Title:  QA Technician - 3rd Shift, 3rd Shift   Req ID: 7317

City, State:  Wells, MN

Reports to:  FSQA Manager 

Classification:  Nonexempt 

Remote:  [[custMobileTeleworker]]

Relocation:  Nationwide relocation assistance is available

CLASSIFICATION: 1-6 see Back & Task Chart

HOURS: 22:00 p.m. – 6:30 a.m. Variable

WAGE: $24.23/hour

JOB SUMMARY: The QA technician reports to and derives authority from his/her QA Supervisor/Lead Person. This individual has the authority to take action as necessary to carry out appointed duties.

JOB DUTIES: Pre-Op Position

· Pre-operative inspection of processing equipment and the facility to ascertain cleanliness and fitness for duty.

· Complete report on findings during inspection and follow-up with necessary steps to remedy deficiencies.

· Calibrate all: floor scales, line scales, water meters and thermometers.

· Set up clipboard forms for QA1 & QA3.

· Set up materials for QA Receiving as needed.

· Finish up QA2 duties after 2200-net weights, Holds, condemns, & contaminations.

· Cooler, inedible dock & locker inspections.

· Water/chlorine & fresh oil tests.

· Tidy up, print and e-mail QA notes.

· Investigate for possible contaminations including securing materials for HACCP committee: Photos, specimens, machine check forms, metal detector forms, statements, anything else relevant to circumstances.

· Be knowledgeable about USDA program requirements and work with USDA personnel in making certain that regulations are being followed and making available HACCP records as requested.

· Other duties include:

1. Batter tests

2. Colorimeter product tests

3. Product temperature checks (frozen, fully cooked).

4. Box counts/ portion weight checks

5. Boneless product inspection

6. Scale/ Metal detector checks

7. General record keeping/ filing

8. Research data for customer complaints

9. Verify monitors tests to satisfy HACCP

10. Sample collection for bacti/ prep and fat moisture

11. Formulation checks/ marination checks

12. Returned product inspection / paperwork

13. Maintain record of restricted ingredient usage

14. FFA test on oils (able to differentiate colors)

15. Assist with receiving inspection

16. Be tolerant of extended periods of time standing/walking and variation in environment (temperatures, humidity, flour, etc.)

17. Bug light checks (weekly) Rodent trap checks (inside/outside) (monthly)

18. Other Duties as assigned by management

WORKING CONDITIONS: Exposure to varying temperatures, high noise, wet conditions, slippery floors, dust, and humidity. Some heavy lifting required. Wear appropriate PPE and other equipment as necessary or required. Periodic bending, lifting and twisting throughout shift.

QUALIFICATIONS: High school diploma or equivalent. Must pass QA & QA Receiver Technician Back & Task requirements. Math test will be administered to applicants who have never previously been tested. Computer knowledge and the ability to work well with other departments is beneficial. Certified power jack operator or willing to become certified.

JOB SELECTION: Awarded job selections are based on the following criteria, but not limited to: Work experience, Job evaluations, HR records (attendances, warnings, notices, etc…), and Personal interviews, Job related test (math, typing, etc…), Previous training and/or education, and Length of service with Brakebush Bros Inc.

Successful completion of a pre-employment drug test and background check are required.
 

Brakebush provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training. Applicants must have the legal authorization to work for any employer in the United States. We are currently unable to sponsor or assume sponsorship of employment visas.

Brakebush is committed to adhering to compliance and applicable pay transparency laws in all states where we operate and any other states where we have a legal obligation.
 

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