Quality Technician

Mattoon, IL - USA

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: Yesterday

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Job Description:

Perform activities of Quality Assurance as detailed in the Quality Systems manual

Ability to perform all lab tests and finished product testing

Communicate results of routine QA tests to production personnel. Notify supervisory personnel and QA Supervisor of product quality or plant conditions which may have a negative impact on product and work together to correct the the case of finished product perform follow-up testing until situation is corrected and product disposition is resolved in a quality conscious manner.

Collect ingredient and finished product samples as required.

Assist in special tests or inspections requested of the plant QA department by the Plant Manager Shift Manager and QA Manager.

Use Analytical data to assist Operations determine cause of issues.

Understand processes at Mattoon in order to troubleshoot issues.

Actively work towards quality improvement (final product plant condition and customer service) improve in productivity and cost reduction.

Lab housekeeping and equipment maintenance

Ability to actively address food safety and quality concerns.

Able to cover all receiving functions as necessary.

Able to cover all composite labs activities as needed.

Other duties as assigned

Ensure adherence to all site food safety and security practices

Maintain a safe and clean work environment to promote associate safety and product integrity

Must be able to cover overtime for area.

Initiate PRIMPS and non-conformances in Nexus System

Enter data into NIR and Infinity QS databases

Ability and willingness to develop and manage self demonstrate self directed workgroup leadership and contribute to efficiency quality and cost optimization with minimal supervision.

Ability to lift 50 lbs.

Ability to operate forklift in a safe manner.

Ability to work rotating shifts under stressful conditions such as heat cold high and/or confined spaces and have full mobility with ability to climb ladders and stairs.

High School diploma or equivalent plus 1-2 years experience (manufacturing environment preferred).

Good basic math reading and writing skills. Good mechanical aptitude. Basic knowledge of personal computers. Good problem solving skills. Good housekeeping skills and knowledge of GMPs.

The base pay range for this position at commencement of employment is between the range listed below however base pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors including but not limited to job-related knowledge skills and total compensation package for this position will include variable pay medical and dental benefits participation in 401k plan and paid time off of participation in these benefit plans will be provided if an applicant receives an offer of employment.

The pay range listed is applicable to IL:USD 22.69 - USD 31.20

Required Experience:

Job Description:Perform activities of Quality Assurance as detailed in the Quality Systems manualAbility to perform all lab tests and finished product testingCommunicate results of routine QA tests to production personnel. Notify supervisory personnel and QA Supervisor of product quality or plant c...