Quality Technician

Key Responsibilities

• Complete daily tasks and tests in a timely manner and with a high level of accuracy and reliability
• Prepare samples, media and buffers used for daily analysis
• Check the specification of incoming raw materials, products in production and finished products by performing chemical, microbiological, and organoleptic testing
• Ensure all quality testing is completed as per program and customer requirements
• All products released on time and meeting all internal and customer specifications. If out-of-spec products, results are communicated as appropriate
• Conduct product testing and complete environmental monitoring
• Produce reports for internal and external customers
• Maintain frequency of scheduled tasks (including but not limited to): Daily plant inspections Customer complaints, as assigned, are investigated and results provided as per process
• Daily plant inspections
• Customer complaints, as assigned, are investigated and results provided as per process
• Monitor and maintain the Quality, Food Safety and SQF systems, including reviewing and updating quality SOPs and documents
• Computer data entry of various information for the purpose of releasing product for shipment and maintaining accurate records
• Record chemistry and microbiological results
• Maintain laboratory equipment and maintain cleanliness within the lab
• Food Safety & Quality responsibility as outlined in SOP’s & other training materials provided and accurate record keeping
• Work closely with production staff in the areas of sanitation, hygiene, product quality, GMPs and related necessary training
• Has complete authority to stop the manufacture of food if any unsafe conditions are encountered or the quality of the product might be compromised
• Maintain and order necessary lab supplies
• Attend prescribed courses and training
• Other duties as assigned by Management