GENERAL   SUMMARY:

This   is an hourly position that reports to the Shift Quality Control   Supervisor. Primarily responsible for   performing various audits of production lane start up and final inspections. Responsible for GMP audits; pre-op check   and line clearance at start-up and change-over. Responsible for reporting and documenting   product non-conformance. Assists in   the resolution of quality related issues. 

 SCOPE OF JOB FUNCTION 

• Responsible   for Line Clearance, verifying that lines are clear prior to startup. 
• Perform   equipment swabbing after sanitation.
• Perform   quality audits for each production line throughout the shift. 
• Document   the in-line process check results for each production run per pre-approved   specifications.
• Report   any OOS (Out of Specification) or non-conformance to the Production and QC   Supervisor. 
• Ensure   that immediate corrective action is completed before start-up for any   non-conformance.
• Ensure   that products that are non-compliant are properly labeled and stored in   designated area, following MRB process.
• Perform   periodic quality and GMP audits of the production area, focus at the mix deck   to ensure product handling compliance.
• Perform   audits of ingredients that are staged for manufacturing, ensure that no   expired materials are used. 
• Perform   temperature audits of ingredients, WIP, and finished product while in   production stage. 
• Prepare Shift report for next shift   follow up.
• Perform case counts audits on all   products.
• Perform daily Pre-operational   Inspection. 
• Assist in metal detector   validations, regular in-process metal detector line checks.
• Ensure operators follow metal   detector SOP.
• Report any Food Safety Risk to   Supervisor. 
• Other duties as assigned.   

REQUIRED:

•  High School Diploma or GED equivalent.
• Must have at least 3 years of related experience in Quality Control in   Food Processing/Manufacturing environment.
• Ability to work well with other departments.
• Good math abilities, good communications and computer skills,   especially spreadsheets.
• Knowledge of safety regulations and procedures.
• Strong decision-making skills, and calm under stressful situations. 

DESIRED:

• Knowledge of manufacturing environment and practices.