Position Summary:

The Quality Assurance Dryer Technician performs routine checks on the in-process and finished dryer product and related precursor products (infusion samples, etc.).

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Performs and accurately documents quality and process control observations and tests as specified for each item produced using GMP principles
• Performs periodic calibration of laboratory equipment
• Obtains samples required for visual and analytical evaluation or microbiological testing as per specified requirements
• Performs and documents Pre-Op Line Inspections as needed
• Verifies and documents all product codes e.g. Pan Spec 0.1% oil, Reg. Moisture, etc., at each start-up of a Dryer Lot, product change over, at specified intervals during production runs, and at end of shift
• Places all out of grade product or contaminated product on hold according to Standard Operating Procedure and verify quantities
• Reports any food safety or quality problems to personnel with authority to initiate action
• Reports all out of grade product to appropriate supervisory or managerial parties
• Conducts GMP compliance audits and notifies Production Supervisors as well as QA Management of deficiencies
• Ensures all paperwork is complete at end of shift
• Ensures data entered into famous is correct and reflective of the product produced on shift
• Assists in peer training when applicable
• Assists with filing or proper storage of QA raw data

· Performs general lab housekeeping duties

· Be able to function organoleptic testing as well as analytical testing and notify Production and QA Managers if testing is not aligned

Secondary Responsibilities

· Performs other duties as assigned

Position Qualifications:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education/Experience:

· High school diploma, GED, or equivalent experience

· 2 years’ experience working in a manufacturing quality inspection role preferred

· Ability to read, write, and comprehend English. Spanish bilingual preferred.

· General working knowledge of Microsoft Office products including Word and Excel

Physical Abilities:

· Primary functions require sufficient physical ability and mobility to:

o stand for prolonged periods of time

o walk and climb stairs

o utilize verbal and written communication to exchange information;

o clearly see 20 feet, with or without corrective lenses and differentiate between colors;

o occasionally stand, stoop, bend, kneel, crouch, reach, and twist

o ability to lift up to 40 pounds and carry short distances

Mental & Other Skills/Abilities:

· Adaptability: ability to adapt to changes, delays or unexpected events in the work environment; ability to manage competing demands and prioritize tasks; ability to change approach or method to best fit the situation.

· Dependability: good attendance record and ability to work overtime and weekends as needed

· Interpersonal Skills: ability to maintain satisfactory relationships with others, excellent customer service skills and a good overall understanding of appropriate human relations.

· Judgment: ability to work independently with limited supervision and make prudent and timely decisions.

· Language Ability: ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in oral, written, or diagram form such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals; ability to speak effectively with employees in the organization.

· Mathematical Ability:ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.

· Problem Solving Ability: ability to identify and/or prevent problems before they occur; ability to formulate alternative solutions to problems when necessary; ability to transfer learning from past experiences to new experiences of similar nature.

· Quality Management: ability to complete duties, on time and with precision; ability to edit the accuracy and thoroughness of one’s work as well as the work of others; ability to constructively apply feedback to improve performance, ability to generate ideas to improve and promote quality in work

· Reasoning Ability: ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form; ability to walk through problems involving multiple variables.

Work Environment:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

· Noise Conditions: Loud noise conditions.

· Weather: Will be subject to hot, cold, wet, and/or humid weather conditions.

· Exposures: Working near moving mechanical parts, trucks, and/or forklifts.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $15.74 - $18.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Health insurance
• Paid time off

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Preferred)

Experience:

• Manufacturing: 2 years (Preferred)

Shift availability:

• Day Shift (Preferred)

Work Location: One location