Quality Control Technician

WHO WE ARE:

Paradise Tomato Kitchens is a tomato-based sauce supplier originating in Louisville, KY in 1992. We serve the foodservice industry by making innovative sauces, packaging, and services within our two Louisville, KY locations (Old Louisville - Brook Street near UofL and Shively - near the corner of Dixie Hwy. and Crums Lane) and one location in Los Banos, CA. We are an equal opportunity employer and proud to have a talented diverse group of employees on our team. This position is at our Shively location, 1600 Crums Lane Louisville, KY 40216.

Paradise is all about customer satisfaction. We combine knowledge, passion, and innovation into every facet of our service. Our desire to treat employees and customers like family helps us stand out from other suppliers and employers. Paradise is committed to providing benefits that address the well-being and growth of our employees through health plan options, wellness programs, savings options, tuition reimbursement programs, employee recognition and more.

Community & Social Responsibility

We're very proud of our family of experienced, customer-focused employees. They are the biggest reason for our continued success and growth.

Community involvement is a core principle of our business. Paradise supports numerous organizations dedicated to families and children. We fund college scholarships, partner with the FFA, and are also involved with the development of Kentucky manufacturing and support the foodservice industry, Research Chefs Association, and the American Pizza Community.

Sustainability

We're committed to minimizing our environmental impact with practices that are socially responsible, environmentally friendly, scientifically sound, and economical. We do this through manufacturing initiatives, our pouch packaging, recycling programs, continuous innovation, and employee efforts.

WHAT WE OFFER: ·

1. A place where you are treating like family
2. Fair Pay for your knowledge and skills
3. Health, dental, vision, accident, and critical illness insurance
4. Company paid life insurance, short-term and long-term disability insurance
5. 401K and Roth options available, with company match up to 4%
6. Paid time off (Vacation and Sick time)
7. $150 Attendance Bonus (hourly positions)
8. Holiday Pay
9. Wellness options
10. Recognition awards
11. Referral program

WHAT YOU WILL DO:

This position directs the preparation of food, performs product quality testing, microbiological testing, maintains laboratory equipment and supplies, manages nonconforming materials on their shift, administers quality programs, performs required audits, and line inspections. In addition, the Quality Tech supports plant studies, QA reporting, employee training and other assigned duties.

The Quality Tech is responsible that food is safe and meets Customers' expectations. The performance of the Quality Tech is evaluated annually by the Quality Manager and/or Supervisor.

The Quality Tech is the final authority on shift to determine the disposition of product and is responsible to manage and document any Food Safety event that occurs on their line/shift as agreed upon with the Plant Manager, Quality Manager or Supervisor. It is expected for the Quality Tech to work in direct partnership with the Production Supervisor and Maintenance Tech to support employee safety, plant efficiency and sanitation. It is imperative that Operators and Plant Personnel periodically see the Quality Techs present on the floor to show the dedication, direct involvement, and team collaboration required to support a safety-first culture. They are a resource for production and available for questions and guidance in relation to Food Safety and Quality.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. The Quality Tech will perform the daily pre-shift walk-through noting any immediate SSQE (food/work safety, sanitation, quality or efficiency) issues that need to be addressed.

1. Must inspect incoming fresh ingredients per the Quality Program.

1. Must make routine batching adjustments to compensate for fluctuations in core raw materials and ensures accuracy to recipes on the shift.

1. Analyze batches before filling begins and ensure adherence to specifications.

1. Ensures packaging codes are correct and package quality meets Paradise standards prior to start up and audits throughout the shift per the Quality Program.

1. Performs required analytical testing to ensure the product stays in specification once the product is running.

1. It is the responsibility of the Quality Tech to ensure all necessary retain samples are pulled on every production run and perform all necessary microbiological testing on finished products.

1. Audits the production lines for proper final packaging quality. Such observations include, but are not limited to pouch alignment on conveyors, glue patterns on boxes, tape patterns on boxes, packaging seals, and cooler water temperatures.

1. Operates and maintains lab equipment, i.e. refractometer, automatic titrators, colorimeters, viscosity methods, etc., reporting any problems to the QC Manager or Supervisor.

1. Report low inventories of laboratory supplies to QC Manager or Supervisor in enough time before running out of stock.

1. Must be knowledgeable of all applicable Paradise Tomato Kitchens Quality Assurance policies, procedures, and programs.

1. The Quality Tech may also be responsible for training other employees on Quality policies, procedures, and programs.

1. Responsible for correctly labeling Rework/Hold events that occur on their shift and reporting them to the Plant Manager, Quality Supervisor or Manager.

1. Responsible for administering all relevant areas of the Quality Program as directed by the Plant Manager, Quality Manager or Supervisor.

1. Required to use the ERP system to perform all necessary functions as directed by the Plant Manager, Quality Manager or Supervisor

1. It is critical for the Quality Tech to be a leader with the production group and direct the production team to manage all food safety events.

1. Responsible for advising Quality and Plant management on issues related to product preparation, pouch integrity, package labeling, GMP's, food safety, and sanitation on their shift/production line.

1. Other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

1. Associates degree preferred or equivalent years of experience in lieu of education

1. Leadership and team communications skills

1. Basic mathematical and reasoning skills

1. Basic Computer skills

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.

1. The ability to perform repetitious work.

1. Occasional pushing/pulling and lifting/carrying 50 pounds or less.

1. The ability to stand for long periods of time.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $47,000.00 per year

Benefits:

1. 401(k)
2. 401(k) matching
3. Dental insurance
4. Employee assistance program
5. Flexible spending account
6. Health insurance
7. Health savings account
8. Life insurance
9. Paid time off
10. Referral program
11. Tuition reimbursement
12. Vision insurance

Schedule:

1. 12 hour shift
2. 8 hour shift
3. Day shift
4. Night shift

Ability to commute/relocate:

1. Louisville, KY 40216: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Shift availability:

1. Night Shift (Preferred)
2. Day Shift (Preferred)
3. Overnight Shift (Preferred)

Work Location: One location