Quality Assurance Associate

• Consistent Schedule – Average a 50-hour work week, Monday through Friday
• Starting wage of $22.84 / hour 
• First Shift Schedule - 5AM start time
• Consistent Overtime Pay - $1.5x overtime after 40 hours each week
• 100% Paid Health Insurance for the employee – No Deductions! – Small contributions for adding family members
• Paid Holidays, Vacation and Sick Time
• 401K Savings Plan with Company Match

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES 

• Perform raw ingredient testing (i.e. microbiological, physical, chemical and organoleptic testing) as required.
• Conduct testing for butterfat, total solids, standard plate counts, total coliform counts, homogenization efficiency, and titratable acidity on raw milk, cream, recycled milk products.
• Perform simple maintenance and calibration of lab equipment. Report maintenance issues, as required to QA Director.
• Maintain proper documentation of lab test results in lab data management system and on necessary paperwork.
• Conduct environmental testing in the production areas and coordinates with outside labs for environmental microbiological testing.
• Conduct Pre-operational inspections of processing lines and production areas for label verification, proper packaging, and metal detector checks.
• Collect product samples for all frozen production.
• Perform finished product testing (i.e. microbiological, physical, chemical and organoleptic testing) as required.
• Conduct quality audit checks on processing lines to assure compliance to specifications.
• Knowledge of and willing to support SQF standards such as PCQI, HACCP/HARPC, FSMA, GMP, GLP practices.
• Monitor production and QA staff to assure that duties are performed in compliance with all corporate and regulatory, quality, allergen, food safety, GMP, GLP, and safety requirements; including the use of all personal protective equipment and devices as required to maintain a clean and safe work environment.
• Communicate problems to appropriate plant supervisory personnel in a timely manner.
• Works with management team to verify corrective actions are implemented for audit deficiencies.
• Partner with Operations to continuously drive the culture toward a higher level of food safety and quality.

QUALIFICATIONS

• High school diploma or GED required, background in sciences preferred.
• Preferred 1 Year of experience in a Quality Department in the Food Manufacturing field. Food Microbiology Testing experience is a plus.
• Able to add, subtract, multiply and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, and decimals
• Must be able to perform organoleptic testing of treenut and peanut containing products
• Must be able to effectively work in a team environment
• Must be willing to work flexible hours including overtime as required, occasional weekends and holidays
• Detail-oriented with a strong emphasis on accuracy as well as prioritize multiple tasks
• May occasionally be exposed to chemicals
• Must be able to speak, write, and communicate in fluent English
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Products: Outlook, Word and Excel.
• Must be able to stand, walk, kneel, and bend for virtually the entire shift
• Must be able to lift up to 25 pounds, occasionally including overhead
• Must have excellent attendance

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Hershey’s Ice Cream

Enjoyed by millions since 1894, Hershey’s Ice Cream is focused on producing innovative, high quality products and providing industry leading service. Guided by our family values of integrity, honesty and respect, we strive to provide an unforgettable experience with each delicious bite.

Hershey’s Ice Cream is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, age or disability.

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