QA Tech - 3rd shift

Chairmans Foods specializes in producing a wide range of high quality, consistent customer solutions - main courses, side dishes, queso, ready-to-eat protein salads custom solutions for foodservice operators and retail stores. Chairmans has succeeded over the years with open communication, integrity, and with a deep commitment to southern hospitality.

Driven by our mission, vision and values, employee and food safety is always our top priority.

**$1,000 sign on bonus ( $250 paid at 3 months of employment & $250 paid at 6 months of employment & $500 paid at 1 year of employment)

PAY

This position pays $16.00 an hour plus $.50 Shift Differential

SHIFT

Overnight (7pm - 7am) - hours may vary

JOB SUMMARY

Quality Assurance technician tests and inspects products in the manufacturing environment to ensure the quality of the product. The technician works on a variety of products in all phases of production. The Quality Assurance department of the company aims to stop wasteful production of poor quality products and helps to ensure that customers do not receive malfunctioning products. The Quality Assurance technician monitors the operation to ensure product is manufactured and handled properly (Sanitation Operations & GMP’s).

RESPONSIBILITIES/DUTIES:

• Inspect product through sensory evaluation for defects
• Determine overall product quality by conducting and evaluating various product tests
• Use test equipment to determine if product meets customer specifications
• Use measuring equipment such as calipers and scales to ensure product meets specification
• Consult with QA Supervisor regarding any defects; aids in recommendations for improvement and corrections
• Observe product, processes and plant environment for any possible hazards
• Examine materials and ingredients from supplier to ensure compliance with specifications
• Inspect final product made with materials from supplier
• Perform direct observation on SOP’ and GMP’s and record results
• Accurately complete required documents and forms required for recordkeeping
• Review HACCP records to ensure that HACCP requirements are met and properly documented

SKILLS/ABILITIES

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Must move with sense of urgency; time management skills are essential
• Must be able to read and write
• Ability to think, comprehend and retain large amounts of information
• Keen observation and evaluation ability
• Ability to make sound decisions under pressure
• Ability to work under minimal supervisor; self motivated to produce results

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE

• High school diploma or GED
• Two (2) year of prior Quality Control experience is required; preferably in a food manufacturing setting

WORK ENVIRONMENT

• Will work in environment where safety precautions are required to be followed
• Protective gear such as gloves, work boots, and smocks required at all times
• Will work around moving machinery

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• Light to moderate physical effort required
• Regularly required to walk, sit, reach, bend and stand for long periods of time throughout the day
• Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs as needed

Will be expected to perform other related duties and assignments as requested or directed

Chairmans Foods is an EEO employer and conducts background checks and drug testing as part of the hiring process.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $17.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 12 hour shift
• Monday to Friday
• Night shift
• Overtime
• Weekends as needed

Work setting:

• Food Processing Plant
• In-person
• Manufacturing facility

Experience:

• Manufacturing: 2 years (Required)

Shift availability:

• Night Shift (Preferred)
• Overnight Shift (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $500