Manufacturing QA Technician II

MANAGER IS NOW LOOKING FOR 2 QA TECHNICIANS FOR THIS LOCATION

QA Technician - Richmond BreadLocation: Richmond, CA 94804Shift is 1st Monday through Friday Hours are 6am – 2:30pm.

While the 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 workload.

Reason for role: additional coverage needed.Addition to the team.Is there a possibility this role could be extended? YesIs there a possibility this role could convert to full time? Not able to comment at this time.

Pay Rate is $28.00 to $30.00 per hour.

Candidates will interview with the manager over Teams. Candidate must be eligible to be employed for an indefinite duration without limitations.Key Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Responsible for sampling, testing, plating, reading, and recording product test results. Troubleshoot 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.

• All production records, including CCP's, shuold be reviewed daily.

• 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, PCQI certified required, GFSI experience preferred.

• Knowledge of Microbiological, Physical, Chemical and Organoleptic Testing.

• Ensure client 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 clients 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 as well as the ability to safely climb ladders and work at elevated heights to perform inspections, cleaning, maintenance, and other job-related tasks.