QC Technician - Second Shift - Tree Top

SCHEDULE

3:00pm - 3:15am, Monday - Friday

SUMMARY

Under the direction of the Quality Assurance Supervisor, this person is responsible for conducting the Quality Control testing that ensures production specifications are achieved. Skills will be acquired through on the job training, review of SOPs, and working through daily responsibilities and challenges.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

This is a representative sample -- not to imply a complete listing of all responsibilities and tasks.

• Follow all safety standards.
• Complete knowledge and understanding of FG specifications and insure adherence.
• Complete knowledge and understanding of the product grading inspection aids and laboratory equipment.
• Accurately perform production inspection according to grading procedures.
• Perform Brix, pH, Titratable Acidity, Piece Counts, Drain Weights, Damage, HEM, Bostwick, Color, Temperature, Organoleptic and other tests mandated by the QC grading procedures, as assigned by the supervisor.
• Maintain accurate, legible inspection data on the QC grading forms. Complete all forms according to procedures. Washes and prepares laboratory equipment.
• Segregate any product that does not meet specification.
• Report any deviations from specification to the QA Supervisor in a timely manner.
• Report any deviations from specification to the Industrial cook and the Production Supervisor in a timely manner.
• Release of product line prior to run.
• Organize and direct the usage of reworks and add back to the system.
• Keep grading station in an organized and sanitary condition.
• Knowledge and understanding of Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs) and ensure adherence, notify Supervisor as needed.
• Follow directions provided by the QA Supervisor and QA Manager.
• Collect microbiological samples of the finished product as indicated.
• Assign hold number for products placed on hold. Complete Hold forms and create hold labels and placards. Ensure the QC hold placards and tape are in place.
• Prepare samples of raw materials and Finished Product requested by customers/sales/corporate.
• Enter daily QC data into electronic files (only when instructed).
• File QC records.
• Other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS

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.

• Fluent in English, in order to interpret documents such as specifications, safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, reports, business correspondence, regulatory and procedure manuals.
• Add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.
• Ability to record numbers on required paperwork.
• Communicate clearly and effectively with co-workers and supervisors. Work independently with little or no supervision and be a team player.
• Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram or schedule form.
• Meet behaviors established in Tree Top's performance management and development process.
• Effectively organize, set priorities, schedule assigned work; oversee multiple and rapidly changing priorities.
• Pay attention to detail.
• Effectively execute tasks.
• Ability to use a computer and Microsoft Office programs.
• Maintain confidential and sensitive information.
• Must be able to work flexible hours.
• Communicate effectively.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED); and six months to one-year position-related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Have some college or technical school education, one to twelve months position-related experience and one to three years training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Training and certification in PCQI, HACCP, SQF and/or Better Processing (Acidified Foods) is preferred.
• Prior experience with recordkeeping and documentation systems is preferred.

Tree Top is an EEO/AA employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, veteran status, or any other protected status in accordance with applicable law. If you require an accommodation to participate in our application process, please contact Human Resources at: hr@treetop.com or 509-697-7251.