Quality Assurance Technician I -1St Shift

Company Information

At Richelieu Foods, we are dedicated to a culture of belonging for everyone. Driven by our values of ownership, respect, and growth, we put people, safety, and quality above all else -- delicious pizza, outstanding service, and solid customer relationships are what happens as a result.

Richelieu Foods, Inc. is a leading national private label and contract packing food manufacturer focused on frozen pizza. We have two manufacturing facilities located in IL and WI. We provide products to many national retailers, wholesalers, distributors, club and mass stores, as well as industrial accounts including other food manufacturers.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Perform Inspections including Pre-Operative and Food Safety - document and communicate results.

• Perform Daily Operating Inspections as needed to assure compliance with GMP's and USDA requirements.

• Perform Magnet and Metal Detector Record Checks inform Supervisor of deficiencies.

• Conduct ATP swab tests - Daily and Weekly Line Swabs.

• Calibrate Lab Scale, pH meter, salt analyzer.

• Conduct Organic start-up tests including assurance that documentation of no unauthorized cleaner was used, line was triple rinsed and pH 7 on line.

• Daily review of previous days HACCP records.

• Change thermometer recorder charts as needed.

• Perform Quality Audits - including Quality systems, production scales and salt analyzers, document and communicate findings.

• Preform In-bound checks and check COA's to assure they meet requirements.

• Keep stock of Laboratory and Production supplies as directed.

• Liaison with USDA.

• Distribute weekly Code Date Sheets on a timely basis.

• Report and Follow-Up on Food Safety and Food Quality concerns.

• Perform Pizza Line Coverage checks.

• Notifies Supervisor of all down times.

• Follows and enforces all Food Safety PPE/GMP requirements and reports any concerns.

• Performs other duties as assigned by the Supervisor.

Required Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous experience in a manufacturing environment is a plus.

• Food experience

Essential Skills and Abilities

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, both oral and written required.

• Strong organizational skills required.

• Ability to interact and to manage conflict in stressful situations while maintaining composure and perspective.

• The ability to identify, define, and solve problems.

• Strong initiative and the ability to work with others to achieve desired results.

• A sense of accountability for results.

• Proficient computer skills, including Microsoft Office.

• Ability to work cooperatively and maintain a professional working relationship with employees.

• Ability to read and understand formula sheets.

Work Environment

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts and power industrial truck.

• The employee is frequently exposed to cold, wet and/or humid conditions. The noise level in the work environment is usually loud.

• The schedule for this role is typically Monday through Saturday, 10-hour shifts.

Physical Demands

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand for the duration of the production shift; talk or hear; use hands or finger to handle or feel; and reach with hands and arms.

• The employee is frequently required to walk.

• The employee is infrequently required to sit; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, or crouch.

• The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 40 pounds, and occasionally lift and/or move more than 70 pounds.

Pay and Benefits

The following information is provided in accordance with applicable state and local laws. Compensation is based on experience, geographic locations, and other legally permitted factors. The starting hourly rate is $21.00/hr. This position may also be eligible for overtime pay.

Benefits for this role include medical, dental, and vision insurance; pre-tax spending accounts; 401K with company match; paid time off; short-term and long-term disability; and life insurance.

Disclosures

This job description is not intended, nor should it be construed to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, skills, or working conditions associated with the job. It is intended only to be a general description of the essential functions common to positions of this type.

Richelieu Foods, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regards to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.