Quality Assurance Technician I - 3Rd Shift (1:30 AM To 10 AM)

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!

Founded in 1862, Richelieu Foods, Inc. is a private brand and contract packing food company with a rich history. Widely known in the food and supermarket industry for its superior array of private brand products, Richelieu's principal business segment is retail frozen and deli pizza. Richelieu Foods provides the highest quality products and services with competitive pricing for our Retail, Corporate Brands, and Contract Packing customers. Richelieu Foods is headquartered in Wheeling, Illinois, and operates two manufacturing facilities located in IL and WI.

We are looking for a Quality Assurance Technician (3rd Shift) at our Beaver Dam, WI manufacturing plant. The position reports to the QA Supervisor.

The hours of the position are 1:30 AM to 10 AM.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Essential Functions:

• 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.

Basic Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or GED required.

Desired Qualifications:

• Previous experience in a manufacturing environment is a plus.
• Food experience preferred

Competencies:

• 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.

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.

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.

Universal Pay Verbiage:

The following information is provided in accordance with certain state and local laws. Compensation depends on experience, geographic locations, and other factors permitted by law. The expected compensation for this role is $21.00 per hour. This role is also eligible for shift differential pay ($2.50 per hour) and overtime compensation. Benefits for this role include medical, dental, and vision insurance, pre-tax spending accounts, retirement benefits, paid time off, 401K with company match, short-term and long-term disability, and life insurance.

Richelieu Foods, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard 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.