QA Technician I - 2nd Shift - Litehouse

Basic Purpose and Scope:

The QA Technician I validates, through documentation, observation and performance of in-process line checks, that systems are in place and functional. This position performs analytical tests on ingredients and finished goods, sanitation verifications, environmental monitoring, and routine housekeeping audits.

Core Values Culture Service:

1. Responsible for driving the Litehouse culture through company core values
2. Accountable for outstanding Customer service to all internal and external Customers
3. Develop and maintain effective relationships through collaboration and consistent timely communication
4. Help uphold a "Team Member" environment supporting others with positive behavior

Essential Functions and Responsibilities:

1. Perform all job duties and operations in a safe manner, while following all federal, state, and Litehouse regulations and policies Always
2. Verify that quality systems are in place and functional by both observations and performance of in-process line checks such as pillow dimension, seal quality, metal detector operation, etc. Perform first case checks at startup, shift change and product changeovers 75%
3. Review in-process documentation at the mix deck and filling stations at regular intervals throughout production 5%
4. Understand and be able to use all necessary lab testing equipment 5%
5. Understand and be able to perform analytical tests on ingredients and finished goods including, but not limited to, pH, salt, titratable acidity, water activity, etc. 5%
6. Perform sanitation verifications, such as ATP swabbing, allergen swabbing, visual inspections, etc. 5%
7. Perform environmental monitoring swabbing as needed 5%
8. Perform routine housekeeping audits; report issues and follow-up on corrective actions 5%
9. Understand and appropriately utilize factory software Ongoing
10. Understand and model correct behavior in the core principals of quality manufacturing as they relate to the food industry, such as HACCP, GMP and SQFI Ongoing
11. Responsibility to adhere to Food Safety policies and report food safety and quality concerns to their supervisor Ongoing
12. Maintains clean work area and participates in housekeep throughout the facility and grounds Ongoing
13. Must be able to work scheduled shifts and meet attendance requirements Ongoing
14. Other duties as assigned Ongoing

Supervisory Responsibilities

1. None

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED TO PERFORM WORK:

1. Education: High School Diploma/GED Strongly Preferred
2. Some working knowledge of ROSS or other inventory management system, NWA or other statistical analysis system and SharePoint or other similar system is preferred
3. Strong knowledge of computers including Microsoft Office
4. Must have strong verbal and written communications skills with ability to express ideas professionally, effectively, and efficiently in the common language
5. Communicate professionally in email format
6. Effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to customers and other employees of the organization
7. Compute basic mathematical calculations, rate, ratio, and percent
8. Ability to establish & maintain effective working relationships with all contacts inside and outside of the company with strong interpersonal and organizational skills

Travel Requirements

1. None

Physical Demands

Sitting 25% Walking 50% Stairs/Ladder 5% Standing 20%

Near Acuity

Speaking Ordinary Speech

Hearing Ordinary Conversation

Manual Dexterity Computer Keyboard Fingering

Work Environment

Temperature: Normal inside range Normal with the possibility of potential extremes

Humidity: Wet/Humid

Atmospheric Conditions and Noise: Noise

Potential Hazards: Hazards associated with working in a food manufacturing facility

Protective clothing or personal devices required: Smocks, protective gloves, goggles, safety glasses, face shield, hearing protection, bump caps and/or hard hats and any other personal protective equipment (PPE) as deemed necessary to perform the job safely

Exposure to fluorescent lights

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) Matching
• Dental Insurance
• Health Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• Vision Insurance

We do not offer sponsorship

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

Must be able to pass a background check. Any job offer will be based on the results of the background check.