QA Technician - Post Holdings Inc.
North Las Vegas, NV
About the Job
Brand: Michael Foods Inc.
Categories: Operations Production
Locations: North Las Vegas, Nevada
Position Type: Regular Full-Time
Req ID: 23952
Job Description
Business Unit Overview
Michael Foods, Inc. is a leader in the food processing and distribution industry with business in egg products, refrigerated grocery and potato products. We offer exciting job possibilities throughout our organization where you can enhance your career, sharpen your talents and make an impact. Join our company and be part of an innovative team that’s First in Food. Location Description Michael Foods, Inc. locaed in Las Vegas, Nevada is known for is vibrant, inclusive city that offer amenities unlike anywhere elese. From cultural offerings and concerts to festivals. Responsibilities JOB SUMMARY: This position is responsible for conducting food safety and quality testing in accordance with product specifications and validating that documentation is complete and accurate. JOB RESPONSIBILITIES: The primary responsibilities and duties of a QA Technician include: Performs all quality testing for product requiring technical understanding of chemicals, lab equipment and measurements. Audit and document processing parameters pertinent to food safety and quality. Identify any product quality issues and immediately communicate issues/concerns to the department Lead, Production Supervisor, and FSQ Manager. Communicate all Quality and GMP concerns to the FSQ Manager or FSQ designee and Production Supervisor. Ensures all non-conforming product is placed on HOLD for further evaluation. Perform visual inspections on lines prior to start-up and conduct pre-op swabbing. Communicate any findings / problems from pre-op inspection to the department Lead, and FSQ designee (FSQ Manager). Perform chemical concentration testing on sanitizers and notify production when changes are necessary. Collect product samples for micro testing and retain library. Maintain laboratory programs within the quality department, including but not limited to GMPs, HACCP, SQF and sanitation programs. Effectively communicate relevant information to department Line Leader and to fellow employees. Assist in educating and training production employees in Good Manufacturing Practices, HACCP, SQF, Quality Systems requirements and Safety policies. Adhere to safe work practices, follow GMP’s, maintain sanitary conditions and ensure that product quality is maintained. Report to management any conditions or practices that may adversely affect food safety, food quality or personnel safety. Adhere to all safety polices and procedures. Perform other duties as assigned. Qualifications JOB QUALIFICATIONS: EDUCATION: High school diploma or general education degree (GED) or equivalent. EXPERIENCE: LANGUAGE SKILLS: Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos. Ability to write simple correspondence. Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations. MATHEMATICAL SKILLS: Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Ability to compute rate, ratio, and percent and to draw and interpret bar graphs. REASONING ABILITY: Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, and diagram or schedule form. . LICENSES, CERTIFICATES, REGISTRATIONS: Food Handler’s Permit, Clark County Health Department OTHER SKILLS AND ABILITIES: Ability to read, write and speak English. Ability to effectively work with others in a team environment. Good communication skills. Basic Math Skills.
Post Holdings provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, status as a covered veteran and any other category protected under applicable federal, state, provincial and local laws.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)
Categories: Operations Production
Locations: North Las Vegas, Nevada
Position Type: Regular Full-Time
Req ID: 23952
Job Description
Business Unit Overview
Michael Foods, Inc. is a leader in the food processing and distribution industry with business in egg products, refrigerated grocery and potato products. We offer exciting job possibilities throughout our organization where you can enhance your career, sharpen your talents and make an impact. Join our company and be part of an innovative team that’s First in Food. Location Description Michael Foods, Inc. locaed in Las Vegas, Nevada is known for is vibrant, inclusive city that offer amenities unlike anywhere elese. From cultural offerings and concerts to festivals. Responsibilities JOB SUMMARY: This position is responsible for conducting food safety and quality testing in accordance with product specifications and validating that documentation is complete and accurate. JOB RESPONSIBILITIES: The primary responsibilities and duties of a QA Technician include: Performs all quality testing for product requiring technical understanding of chemicals, lab equipment and measurements. Audit and document processing parameters pertinent to food safety and quality. Identify any product quality issues and immediately communicate issues/concerns to the department Lead, Production Supervisor, and FSQ Manager. Communicate all Quality and GMP concerns to the FSQ Manager or FSQ designee and Production Supervisor. Ensures all non-conforming product is placed on HOLD for further evaluation. Perform visual inspections on lines prior to start-up and conduct pre-op swabbing. Communicate any findings / problems from pre-op inspection to the department Lead, and FSQ designee (FSQ Manager). Perform chemical concentration testing on sanitizers and notify production when changes are necessary. Collect product samples for micro testing and retain library. Maintain laboratory programs within the quality department, including but not limited to GMPs, HACCP, SQF and sanitation programs. Effectively communicate relevant information to department Line Leader and to fellow employees. Assist in educating and training production employees in Good Manufacturing Practices, HACCP, SQF, Quality Systems requirements and Safety policies. Adhere to safe work practices, follow GMP’s, maintain sanitary conditions and ensure that product quality is maintained. Report to management any conditions or practices that may adversely affect food safety, food quality or personnel safety. Adhere to all safety polices and procedures. Perform other duties as assigned. Qualifications JOB QUALIFICATIONS: EDUCATION: High school diploma or general education degree (GED) or equivalent. EXPERIENCE: LANGUAGE SKILLS: Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos. Ability to write simple correspondence. Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations. MATHEMATICAL SKILLS: Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Ability to compute rate, ratio, and percent and to draw and interpret bar graphs. REASONING ABILITY: Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, and diagram or schedule form. . LICENSES, CERTIFICATES, REGISTRATIONS: Food Handler’s Permit, Clark County Health Department OTHER SKILLS AND ABILITIES: Ability to read, write and speak English. Ability to effectively work with others in a team environment. Good communication skills. Basic Math Skills.
Post Holdings provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, status as a covered veteran and any other category protected under applicable federal, state, provincial and local laws.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)
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