Frankford Candy LLC is America’s leading supplier of licensed branded confections, marketing products under popular brands like Nickelodeon, Disney, Marvel, Mars, Mondelez and more. We market a broad range of seasonal and everyday chocolate and non-chocolate products to all major retail distribution channels nationally. Frankford manufactures chocolate products in our Philadelphia, PA headquarters and imports other confectionery products from countries all over the world.

We are currently searching for an independent Quality Assurance Technician to join our dynamic team. Reporting to the Director of Quality Assurance, the Quality Assurance Technician is responsible for inspecting and evaluating Frankford’s daily operations including: processing, production, packaging. In addition to rating productions lines for overall quality, weight control and adherence to GMP's. The goal of this position is to ensure all Frankford products meet specifications and to uphold our high-quality standards.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Administrative:

• Aid in developing line specifications for new items
• Complete daily inspection reports

Line / Plant Inspections:

• Assure products meet standards set forth by BOM and specifications established
• Rate each line for Quality, GMP’s and Safety

Microbiological and Lab Testing:

• Test and record viscosity, extraneous, fineness, color, etc.
• Collect sterile samples of ingredients/ production samples
• Maintain a sanitary work environment
• Fill out appropriate paperwork for QA testing
• Prepare for micro samples for testing of Salmonella, Coli forms, APC, Yeast & Mold

Record Keeping:

• Record daily production scores and items produced
• Record all metal and screen findings

Product Development:

• Prepare samples for sales and PD department as requested
• Give input on design, weight, decorations

Interpersonal Interactions:

• Advise supervisors and line personnel on quality issues
• Advise PD Managers of quality issues in regard to packaging

EXPERIENCE / EDUCATION

• Degree in Food Science or 5-year-minimum in Food/Beverage Industry
• Knowledgeable in Food Safety

QUALIFICATIONS

• Proficient in Microsoft Excel, Word, and Power Point
• Willingness to learn
• Team-player who can also work independently

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Experience level:

• 3 years

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Work setting:

• Food Processing Plant
• In-person
• Manufacturing facility

Application Question(s):

• Are you available to work 3rd Shift (10:30PM-6:30AM)?

Experience:

• Food Science: 3 years (Required)

Shift availability:

• Night Shift (Required)

Ability to Commute:

• Philadelphia, PA 19114 (Required)

Work Location: In person