Manufacturing QA Technician II

Manufacturing QA Technician II Location: Richmond, CA 94804 Shift is 1st Monday through Friday Hours are 6am 2:30pm ( While worker is training it will be Monday through Friday Hours are 6am 2:30pm) / Candidate must be flexible for overtime and the occasional Saturday pending on work load. Is there a possibility this role could be extended? Yes Candidates will interview with manager over Teams. Key Responsibilities include but are not limited to: * Responsible for sampling, testing, plating, reading, and recording product test results. Trouble shoot out of spec results. * Ensure that daily records are kept and maintained. * Data Entry, tracking and interpretation. * Following QC Hold Procedures for out-of-specified products. * Must possess the ability to follow standard operating procedures (SOP's). * Will assist in the discipline to maintain a 5-S rating of an "A ". * Be flexible in working hours. * Equipment calibration and troubleshooting. * Perform other duties as assigned. * Participate in continuous improvement. * Must meet with the supervisor daily covering any issues associated with production. * Monitor all CCP records and frequen have limited work authorization. cies. * Follow-up customer complaints and correspond with production. * Manage product specifications. * Coordinate HACCP team. * Maintain policy and implement policies and procedures including training relating to GMP's, Food Safety and regulatory compliance. * Exceptional attention to detail and strong organizational skills. * Ability to adapt effectively within a continually changing and demanding environment. * Must be able to demonstrate an ability and willingness to communicate effectively in order to maintain high levels of safety, quality, and efficiency. * Demonstrate ability to effectively manage multiple tasks and duties as they relate to food safety and regulatory compliance. Qualifications: * Minimum bachelor's degree (Food Science, Biology, Microbiology or related science) and minimum 2 years experience or an addition 4+ years (min 6 years) if no degree. * HACCP certified required, SQF Practitioner preferred. * Knowledge of Microbiological, Physical, Chemical and Organoleptic Testing. * Ensure policies, procedures, and workplace safety are adhered to. * Evaluate trends from test results and develop plans to correct deficiencies and communicate these plans to employees, and management. * Implement quality control processes/testing to meet the expectations of quality standards and ensure that the product(s) are within specification. * Excellent organizational skills with a high degree of initiative and flexibility. * Good analytical and problem-solving skills. * Utilize and maintain inventory on laboratory and sanitation supplies. * Good oral/written communication skills. * Able to multi-task in a fast-paced environment with limited supervision. * Proficient in window-based PC programs. * Lab Test Equipment/Maintenance. * Must follow current Good Manufacturing Practices, Good Sanitation Practices, Food Safety and Occupational Safety. * Ability to lift up to 50lbs