What are the responsibilities and job description for the QA Technician position at Rice's Honey LLC?
We are seeking a Quality Control Technician to join our team! You will conduct tests to determine the quality of materials and finished products as well as identify areas of improvement to increase efficiency.
Hours: Monday-Friday 5:15am-1:45pm with some weekends and overtime availability.
Responsibilities:
- Perform thorough examinations of all materials and finished products and must have ability to detect slight variations in color.
- Maintain, monitor, and record information pertaining to products and production. This includes; Code dating, Product Specifications, Seal Checks, and Environmental microbiological sampling
- Monitors testing procedures to ensure that all tests are performed according to established item specifications, standard test methods, or protocols; Proficiency Testing per SOP
- Conduct and report internal audits and evaluations
- Implement and improve quality control operating procedures
- Calibrates, validates, or maintains processing equipment.
- Maintain a clean and safe work environment
- Ensures that facility cleanliness and safety standards are maintained.
- Must be able to follow written directions and apply previously determined corrective action(s) when deviations are identified.
- Quality Assurance procedures pertaining to product, SOPs and GMPs
- Perform various duties/tasks as determined by management.
Qualifications:
- Previous work experience in quality control/food safety or other related fields
- Strong attention to detail
- Strong analytical and critical thinking skills
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Essential for Role Function
- Microsoft Office (Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, Excel)
- Problem Solving - Identifies and resolves problems time efficiently; Gathers and analyzes information; Develops solutions; Works well in group problem solving situations; Uses reason.
- Written Communication - Writes clearly and concisely; Varies writing style to meet specific needs; Presents numerical data effectively; Able to read and interpret written information.
- Quality - Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness; Looks for ways to improve and promote quality; Applies feedback to improve performance; Monitors own work to ensure quality.
- Mathematical- Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as proportions and percentages; Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations.
Education
HS/GED; Understanding of food safety practices such as SQF, GMP, and HACCP a plus
Rice’s Honey is an equal employment opportunity employer and considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, gender, age, color, religion, national origin, marital status, disability, sexual orientation, or any other protected factor.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $16.00 - $18.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Greeley, CO 80631: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)
Education:
- High school or equivalent (Required)
Experience:
- Manufacturing: 1 year (Preferred)
Work Location: One location
Salary : $16 - $18