Quality Assurance Technician (Temporary)
Job Location:
Rancho Cucamonga, CA - USA
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Job Summary
THE ROLE:
- This position will report to the: QA Supervisor
- Travel Requirement: N/A
- Location: Rancho Cucamonga CA
- FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
- Employment Category: Full-Time Temporary; Hourly
- Pay Range: $25.50 - $30.50/Hr
Generous Brandsis dedicated to inspiring people to thrive through the power of vibrant nutrition through its leading brands Bolthouse Farms Health-Ade and Evolution Fresh. Generous Brands partners with SAMBAZON to manufacture distribute and sell SAMBAZON branded beverages.
Bolthouse Farmsis a pre-eminent provider of chilled juice smoothies shakes and protein drinks. Health-Ade is the fastest growing kombucha brand dedicated to creating bubbly beverages that boost gut health. Evolution Fresh is a premier cold-pressed juice brand with national availability. And SAMBAZON beverages bottle the superfruit power of açaà in juice and natural energy cans.
The company operates its North American business from facilities in Southern California and the Greater Chicago Area. To learn more please visit .
WHAT YOULL BE RESPONSIBLE FOR IN THIS ROLE
This role contributes to Evolution Fresh success by ensuring product quality information is provided to all necessary parties samples are maintained and raw materials have complete traceability to the finished product. Models and acts in accordance with Evolution Fresh guiding principles.
JOB DUTIES:
- Evaluates and documents quality of finished goods and raw materials
- Reports quality conditions as needed
- Evaluates condition of the manufacturing facility and warehouse space to ensure compliance to regulatory and HACCP requirements
- Audits programs in support of quality objectives
- Maintains a clean and organized working environment
- Follows safety regulations. Participates in process improvement activities. Meets performance schedules
- Maintains product quality through adherence to Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) Food Safety Preventive Controls product specifications and quality procedures
- Participates in the maintenance and development of plant quality programs in support of HACCP
- Provides training and education of quality-based programs to manufacturing partners
- Demonstrates and understands safety as a core value and follows the key essentials to safety as set forth by our safety resolution; reinforces and coaches others to do the same
- Understand and follows established safety guidelines consistently complies with all safety procedures (e.g. PPE Lock Out Tag Out)
- Supports food safety legality and quality programs
- Maintains product quality through adherence to good manufacturing practices Food Safety Preventative Controls product specifications and quality procedures. Monitors and documents quality measures using analytical tools
- Performs other duties as assigned.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
- High School/GED or one to two years experience in related field or combination of both education and experience
- Operation of manual and automated analytical equipment (1 year)
- Regulated food manufacturing environment with familiarity of Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) standards (1 year)
- Scientific method and report writing (1 year)
- Gathering recording and reporting on operational and quality metrics through manual or automated systems (1 year)
ADDITIONAL REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- Mechanical/Technical Aptitude to troubleshoot minor equipment failures and make minor adjustments
- Math skills combined with the ability to perform and understand scientific based tests and results
- Knowledge of computer applications such as Microsoft office Word Excel etc.
- Communicate and interact well with others in the laboratory and manufacturing environment
- Able to work over 40 hours weekends and flexible hours when business need arises
- Ability to work with minimal supervision and apply common sense of Good Laboratory Practices
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- Bachelors degree in food science Microbiology Chemistry or a related field preferred
- Working knowledge of food safety regulatory requirements and global standards including Preventive Controls for Human Food (FDA CFR) and Global Food Safety Initiative (GFSI)
- Experience with GFSI-recognized certification programs such as BRC and/or SQF preferred
PHYSICAL DEMANDS & ENVIRONMENTAL HAZARDS:
- Must be able to lift and/or carry up to 55 an occasional manner.
- Must be able to grasp with fingers and hand for extended periods of time in a repetitive motion.
- Must be able to use 3-points of contact when climbing or descending stairs.
- Must be able to stoop bend at knees and/or crouch in a repetitive manner.
- Must be able to stand and walk for extended periods of time.
- Must be able to work in environmental exposure including but not limited to freezer and noisy cold wet or humid conditions of 34F or below.
- Occasional exposure to fumes airborne particles toxic and/or caustic chemicals.
- Occasional material exposure to moving mechanical parts and equipment (forklifts pallet jacks etc.).
WHAT WE OFFER plus more!
Our rich benefits packages are designed to support the health and well-being of both our eligible team members and families.
- Medical Dental & Vision
- Group Life and AD&D
- Voluntary Life and AD&D
- Group Short & Long-Term Disability
- 401(k)
- Paid Time Off
- Flexible Spending Accounts
- Employee Assistance Program
- Gym Membership Discounts
EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY
We are an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering a culturally diverse organization. We strive for inclusiveness and a workplace where mutual respect is paramount. We encourage applications from a diverse pool of candidates and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color ethnicity religion sex age national origin disability sexual orientation gender identity and expression or veteran status. We will provide reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities as needed to assist them in performing essential job functions.
REASONABLE ACCOMMODATIONS
Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. If you are interested in applying for employment with Generous Brands and need special assistance to apply for a posted position or if you believe you do not meet any of the required qualifications of a posted position due to a protected disability and would like to explore the possibility of an accommodation please contact our Talent Acquisition team at .
RECRUITMENT AGENCIES:
Generous Brands does not accept unsolicited agency resumes. Generous Brands is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes.
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2nd Shift (3:00 p.m. to 11:30 p.m.); Weekends overtime holidays and/or rotating shift and day off schedules may be mandatory based on business and departmental needs.
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