QA Trainee 3rd Shift

Foods you love. Brands you trust. And a career that empowers you to grow.

At Nestlé USA, we’re all working towards the same goal – to delight and deliver for our consumers. With a rich portfolio of beloved brands, including DiGiorno, Toll House, and Coffee mate, in 97% of U.S. households, we have a unique opportunity – and responsibility – to be there for every moment in our consumers’ lives.

Joining Nestlé means becoming part of an inclusive workplace that inspires innovation, encourages strategic thinking and creativity, and celebrates your achievements. No matter where you work within the organization, you are empowered to challenge the status quo, embrace risk-taking, and pioneer new ideas. Our supportive and collaborative environment encourages bold ambitions and continuous learning so that everyone can grow and thrive.

This position is not eligible for Visa Sponsorship.

POSITION SUMMARY:

Quality Technicians are responsible for ensuring our manufacturing processes comply with Nestle’s high quality standards. Technicians work closely with operation leads and machine operators in identifying, solving and preventing issues that could impact quality and food safety.

Join our team!

• Equal amounts of sitting, standing and walking
• 8-hour shifts with core hours of 9:30am-6:00pm. Must be flexible to adjust hours based on business needs
• Comprehensive benefit after 30 days of employment
• On-site company store with Nestle products
• Equal amounts of sitting, standing and walking

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Review processing records for accuracy, completeness and compliance to factory and regulatory requirements.
• Perform inspections of processing areas to ensure high quality of products, services, housekeeping and GMP standards are maintained.
• Monitor formula specifications, formula substitutions and other record keeping efforts for regulatory compliance and product specifications.
• Hold "Out of specification" material. Communicate with supervisors
• Collect microbiological samples of the factory environment.
• Maintain work areas in a clean, orderly and safe condition.
• Collect and communicate information to help management make decisions pertaining to food safety/quality incidents.
• Take part in team efforts to problem solve issues that may arise in the production areas.
• Participate in quality initiatives to continuously improve processes and documentation
• Support training for line operators to ensure process checks are accurate and timely as stated in QMS

ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBLITIES:

• This role will be required to do the duties assigned above when they fill back-up role as QA Tech and Incoming Goods Tech.
• The main responsibilities for this individual will be:
  • Quality Document Controller - Intelex
  • Globe Superuser
    • Inspection Plan Management
    • Master Data and Recipe Management
    • MMS Management
    • Health Checks
  • Be knowledgeable of ISO standards and facilitate 3rd party external audits
  • Mock Recalls and Withdrawals
  • Quality OI Compliance Management
  • Assumes other duties as assigned by the QA Supervisor, Factory Hygienist and the QA Manager.

RESPONSIBILITIES MAY INCLUDE

• Management of a quality program, project or initiative

REQUIREMENTS/EDUCATION:

• High School diploma or equivalent. Experience in food manufacturing is helpful
• Basic computer skills

EXPERIENCE / REQUIRED SKILLS

• Must have written and verbal communication skills
• Must be able to work both independently and in a team environment
• Must be able to take initiative and work with little supervision
• Must have good judgement and logical thinking skills
• Must have strong attention to detail and organizational skills
• Good time-management skills and ability to multi-task
• Flexible work schedule, when needed

It is our business imperative to remain a very inclusive workplace.

To our veterans and separated service members, you're at the forefront of our minds as we recruit top talent to join Nestlé. The skills you've gained while serving our country, such as flexibility, agility, and leadership, are much like the skills that will make you successful in this role. In addition, with our commitment to an inclusive work environment, we recognize the exceptional engagement and innovation displayed by individuals with disabilities. Nestlé seeks such skilled and qualified individuals to share our mission where you’ll join a cohort of others who have chosen to call Nestlé home.

The Nestlé Companies are equal employment opportunity employers. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Prior to the next step in the recruiting process, we welcome you to inform us confidentially if you may require any special accommodations in order to participate fully in our recruitment experience. Contact us at accommodations@nestle.com or please dial 711 and provide this number to the operator: 1-800-321-6467.

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