E&E Foods is looking for a Quality Assurance Tech for its Kenai, AK operations. The position is seasonal from June through Mid- September. The Quality Assurance Technician is responsible for monitoring product quality and compliance with all food safety and regulatory requirements. This position is a member of the facility Food Safety team. The QA Technician reports to the QA Supervisor.
The successful candidate will:
The QA Tech must possess good verbal & written communication skills and have strong interpersonal communication skills. They will need to work positively with others within every aspect of Pacific Star Seafoods, and E&E Foods Corporate Team.
Job Duties and Responsibilities will include but are not limited to:
• Conduct incoming and finished product inspections
• Conducts daily GMP inspections
• Monitors plant Critical Control Points and reports on daily paperwork
• Conducts daily pre-op inspections
• Inspects returned product
• Places product on hold if necessary and monitors held product for proper disposal or reconditioning
• Monitors environmental temperatures in production and warehouse areas
• Responsible for weekly thermometer calibration
• Responsible for daily scale calibration
• Ensures safety, sanitation, regulatory requirements and GMP’s are followed
• Assists with conducting crew training for food safety and/or regulatory requirements
• HACCP team member
• Collects copy of all labels used; fills out label log
• Checks knives in and out daily
• Help in production as needed
Skills/Proficiencies:
• Proficient with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel)
• Familiar with current Good Manufacturing Practices and food safety regulations
• Familiar with HACCP principles and CCP’s in plant
• Good written communication skills
• Has the ability to work a demanding schedule
• Able to work in cold and wet conditions
• Strong organizational skills
• Ability to effectively communicate with people of all levels and roles
• Ability to work in a team environment
• Maintain positive attitude and set a good example
• Must be adaptable to the unpredictable needs of a production environment
• Have a working knowledge of production operations
Requirements
• HACCP certification preferred
• 1-2 years QA/QC work in a food manufacturing environment
• No allergies to fish
• Able to work standing for long periods of time
• Able to lift 50 pounds
• Bilingual skills a plus
• Able to negotiate stairs and ladders
• Able to multi-task
• Able to work in a fast-paced environment
• Problem solving and decision-making skills
SALARY & BENEFITS:
• The starting wage is $17.00 to $19.00 per hour straight time and $25.50 to $28.50 per hour overtime.
• Round trip airfare from largest city near point of hire to plan location in Alaska.
• Free room and board
WORK ENVIRONMENT and LIVING LOCATION:
• Must be able to sustain a 12 hour per day/7 days a week work schedule for the duration of the season.
• Housing is dormitory style, and you may share a room with up to 3 people.
ADA: EE Foods is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities.
EEOC: EE Foods is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, military service, age, ancestry, or disability. Previously incarcerated, BIPOC, women and LGBTQ individuals are strongly encouraged to apply!