FSQ Technician-Sadler's

FSQ Technician

Department 503 Quality Assurance

Classification

Non-exempt

JOB DESCRIPTION

Summary

Overall functions; collecting samples for upper management working The Cutting reading dataloggers working in rooms to cover breaks/lunches/absentees approving operational and organizing and signing paperwork under the supervision and direction of the FSQ Supervisor. Furthermore the lead is expected to lead the QAs with a professional and respectful attitude in absence of the supervisor including making sure the rooms and breaks/lunches are covered and dealing with USDA. The FSQ Technician steps in for the FSQ Supervisor if the Supervisor is absent or otherwise unavailable.

Essential Functions

Reasonable accommodations may be provided to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

1. Collects samples from required areas of the plant and transfers samples to the laboratory

2. Verifies internal temperature of products

3. Performs pre-operational evaluations on production rooms and machinery

4. Performs audits of incoming raw product and outgoing finished product

5. Performs swabs as necessary for investigations positives construction allergen pre-op or audits.

6. Monitors production personnel to ensure employee hygiene practices are followed correctly

7. Verifies the calibration of production instruments (i.e. metal detector scales)

8. Maintains inventory in QA lab(swabs thermometers dataloggers daily utensils etc.)

9. Maintains proper documentation of audits and evaluations

10. Must be able to stand between 2 3 hours at a time will work the required shift for the QA Dept.

11. Must be willing to follow all GMPs (Good Manufacturing Practices) of the company which include but are not limited to: use of a hair net use of gloves use of a company approved frock and rubber boots no jewelry no nail polish or artificial nails no shorts no open-toed shoes no ripped clothing or rhinestones/glitter on clothing no chewing gum candy or tobacco.

Supervisory Responsibility

Supervise FSQ Auditor in the room to ensure that all GMPs and policies are being followed. Position may require the lead to delegate tasks to FSQ Auditors or move them between departments to fill in open positions or cover breaks. The FSQ Technician will stand in as FSQ supervisor if the FSQ supervisor is absent.

Other Duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without addition employees are occasionally sent to help in departments other than their home department when the situation necessitates doing so.

Work Environment

While performing the duties of this job the employee is frequently exposed to extreme temperatures (under 40 degrees and/or above 100 degrees Fahrenheit). The floors in the environment are often wet and can be slippery. The employee regularly works nearing moving mechanical parts.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job:

The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 5 pounds.

The employee will occasionally lift and/or move up to 20 pounds.

Frequent use/motion of hands wrists and arms are required

The employee is often required to stoop kneel crouch or bend

Position Type/Expected Hours of Work

This is a full-time position. 40 hours per week.

Hours of work: Typically Monday through Friday. Start and finish times vary depending on assigned department and and overtime hours are often required. Schedule is subject to change with or without advanced notice.

Required Education and Experience

1. Proficient with basic computer skills

2. Able to read/write English

3. 1 year experience with QA department

Preferred Education and Experience

1. High school diploma or GED.

2. Previous quality assurance experience in a manufacturing environment

Additional Eligibility Qualifications

Previous experience as a QA preferably for at least one year with knowledge of multiple rooms and exceptional leadership capability.

Work Authorization

Proof of identity and authorization to work in the United States is required for this position.

EEO

without regard to race; color; sex; gender identity; sexual orientation; religious practices and observances; national origin; pregnancy childbirth or related medical conditions; status as a protected veteran or spouse/family member of a protected veteran; or disability.