Quality Inspector/Technician

The QA Inspector is responsible for performing routine inspections of raw materials in-process products and finished goods to ensure compliance with food safety regulations and company quality standards. This position works closely with production teams to identify issues prevent contamination and ensure product consistency.

Reports To: Quality Control Supervisor

• Assist with Company food safety and quality program updates maintenance and verifications to ensure the facility is meeting regulatory and compliance requirements for all stakeholders.
• Assist in delivering training programs to the employees.
• Monitor and inspect production lines and quality report forms daily to ensure client quality and food safety standards are being met.
• Prepare product lot traceability quality forms and all other items required prior to the start of production.
• Perform line Pre-inspection ATP swab and other allergen tests when needed.
• Perform water sampling and environmental swabbing based on the company/Client specifications.
• Ensure that the allergen program is being followed and make certain quality & food safety standards are being met.
• Conduct a variety of monthly internal audits with cross-functional team and identify opportunities for improvement.
• Maintain and verify that daily weekly and monthly cleaning duties have been completed and records are up to date.
• Ensure that the pest control program is being maintained and liaise with operator to ensure that all BTPL and regulatory standards are being met.
• Supports customer audits and government audits to meet compliance.
• Support the ongoing development and improvement of the Quality Management System (QMS). The co-ordination of processes includes managing controlled documents Quality Records Archiving employee training of QMS processes and special projects.
• Other duties as assigned.

DISCLAIMER: This is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all responsibilities duties skills efforts requirements or working conditions associated with the job. While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the current job management reserves the right to revise the job or to require that other or different tasks be performed as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Previous experience in food safety or quality control preferably in a food manufacturing environment.
• Familiarity with food safety standards (HACCP GMP FDA USDA) and quality assurance practices.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel Word PowerPoint)
• Strong attention to detail and ability to identify product defects or deviations.
• Knowledge of food safety regulations and quality control testing methods.
• Ability to use inspection and testing equipment.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Good organizational skills with the ability to keep accurate records and reports.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively with cross-functional teams.

PHYSICAL JOB REQUIREMENTS:

• The physical demands described here represent those that an employee must meet to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• Lifting of up to 50 lbs.
• A substantial amount of walking sitting standing bending stooping and reaching

SAFETY:

• Adhere to company safety policies and procedures
• Wear required PPE (personal protective equipment) where needed
• Immediately report any unsafe conditions or other safety-related issues

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

While the work environment characteristics described here represent those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job they are in no way all-inclusive. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• While performing the duties of this job the employee regularly works on equipment on the production floor
• The employee often works at a desk or on other equipment.
• The noise level in the work environment is typically minimal.