Quality Assurance Associate

JOB TITLE: Quality Assurance Associate

Founded in 1940 by Sam Young and now led by Jordan Young, Fairfield Processing takes great pride in its rich history as a third generation, family-owned and operated American business providing innovative products and brands to its consumers. Fairfield has built strong consumer loyalty over the decades by delivering consistent, quality products at good value – all with an unconditional guarantee. 

Working for Fairfield is like being part of a family. Because we believe in you and what you will contribute to our vision, we want the best for you.  We understand that what a company has to offer in respect to their Benefit Package can play a major role in the employment decision-making process.  That is why we have made it a priority to seek out the best possible benefits for our employees.

Benefits Offered:

• Medical 
• Vision 
• Dental 
• Prescription Plan
• 401 (k) 
• 9 paid holidays and much more 

Come join our team!

As a Quality Assurance Associate, you will play a crucial role in ensuring that our products meet the highest standards of quality and reliability. You will work closely with the Quality Assurance Supervisor to conduct thorough inspections, tests, and evaluations of our products at every stage; from receiving to delivery. Your attention to detail and commitment to precision will contribute to building and maintaining Fairfield’s reputation for excellence in the manufacturing industry. 

Schedule: 

1st Shift: Monday – Friday  6AM-2:30PM, Full-Time, 40 hours per week (overtime may be required when needed.) Schedules are subject to change based on the needs of the operation. 

2nd Shift: Monday – Friday 3PM-11:30PM, Full-Time, 40 hours per week (overtime may be required when needed.) Schedules are subject to change based on the needs of the operation. 

Pay Range: DOE

Essential Duties 

(Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.)

• Complete assigned inspection tasks, ensuring these tasks are reported using the mandated inspection templates, and, when necessary, reorganize tasks to meet deadline changes and updates as communicated by the Plant management team and Quality Assurance Supervisor.
• Stay constantly up to date on the Quality Manual and Procedures, use of templates, etc.
• Participate as requested in samples production with the sales and manufacturing teams, as well as managing samples inventory and catalog, including samples disposal calendar.
• Submit inspection reports to Quality Assurance Supervisor for escalation and suggest corrective actions to the Department management.
• Participate in the analysis of inspection reports using the Quality SharePoint archive, or other such digital system described in the Quality Manual and Procedures
• Help maintain vendor scorecards and report to management.
• Comply with all OSHA safety requirements.
• Ensure company policies & procedures are followed.
• Meet all assigned goals and assist others in accomplishing their goals.

Education and Qualifications: 

• High school diploma or vocational/technical certification. 
• Must have skills for mathematics and detail.
• Knowledge of standard quality management tools and systems (MIL-STD, ISO9001) a plus.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Demonstrate strong ability to operate handheld computers and tablets.
• Knowledge of Enterprise Resource Planning systems and Oracle NetSuite are preferred.

Fairfield Guiding Principles

Make Products We Want to Use | Operate with Integrity | Strike a Lifestyle Balance | Promote the Giving Spirit

Fairfield Processing Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identify, age, disability, protected veteran status or any other status protected by law. EEO is the Law.