QA Inspector

The Quality Assurance (QA) Inspector position provides quality standards by monitoring throughout the plant.

Responsibilities

• This includes verification of raw material receipts, taking raw material samples, and verifying finished packaged product.
• QA Inspectors are required to lift and move raw material samples and boxed products.
• Team member in overall management of the facility.
• Expect to work on tests and pilot runs of new and improved products and evaluate the results of the pilot programs.
• Prepare technical reports because of research and development (R&D).
• Assist R&D in developing products that are consistent with our expectations for quality, safety, value, and wholesomeness.
• Responsible for taking product samples, performing various tests, and analyzing the lab results from such test samples, including trending, grading, quality, and functionality validation.
• Quality control personnel involved also participate in design reviews and provide feedback on error detection for new products and process quality.
• Inspect all machinery and structures to ensure compliance standards are met.
• This includes cleanliness after sanitation processes are complete and prior to startup of operations.
• Report to management all areas not meeting cleanliness standard and perform re-inspection activities prior to startup of operations.
• Position will perform audits, monitoring for potential foreign material sources, and reporting all findings to management in a timely manner.
• Will inspect and test equipment, performing activities such as verifying scale accuracy, swab tests, sensitivity of metal detection systems, and all sanitizing equipment is functioning as required.
• Responsible for maintaining compliance by monitoring and inspecting the condition of various areas such as freezers, hand-wash sinks, locker rooms, overhead structures, ceilings, outside grounds, docks, drains and pest control.
• Inspections include monitoring employees for proper sanitation equipment such as proper use of hairnets, beard nets, frocks, gloves, etc.
• Report all findings to management in a timely manner.
• Responsible for inspection of all raw material trailers which include, but not limited to, inspection of seals as well as the recording and monitoring of set points and temperatures.
• Perform verifications, confirming trailer is from approved supplier list.
• Performance of core sampling test.
• Accurate and timely completion of product adjustment forms, damaged box reports, and sparse lean claim forms, all of which are reported to the appropriate corporate personnel in a timely manner.
• Perform regularly scheduled product sampling for various micro and analytical tests.
• Accurately record sampling data in a timely manner.
• The QA Inspector is also responsible for accurate labeling, packaging, and shipping of product samples to specified laboratories.
• Will perform various inspections on finished product and place on hold product for additional inspection and coordinate the stopping of production when necessary.
• Responsible for measurement and recording of quality factors of finished product such as fat, protein, temperature, and color.
• Responsible for inspecting and manifesting all finished products.
• Activities may include visual inspection of products, inspecting liners, gathering product temperatures, taking product samples, etc.
• Will provide coverage and assist in areas as needed.
• Will perform inventory checks for QA supplies and materials.
• Ability to perform all essential job functions with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Perform all other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Skills and Abilities Basic math and writing skills.
• General computer knowledge and proficiency.
• Must be proficient in Microsoft Office, including Word and Excel.
• Demonstrated Competencies Accuracy with strong attention to detail.
• Ability to follow directions.
• Ability to analyze and interpret data from a variety of sources.
• Self-directed.
• Communicate effectively with all levels of employees as necessary, both in verbal and written form.
• Must have regular and punctual attendance.
• Must be able to lift, push, and pull up to 60lbs.
• This position requires walking, standing, twisting, reaching, bending, climbing, and lifting.
• Must be willing and able to work flexible hours, including weekends.
• High School diploma or equivalent is required.
• Verifiable ability to perform essential job functions will be considered.
• Quality Assurance.

Preferred

• Experience in a food or restaurant environment is preferred.