_ Dawn Foods is a global leader in bakery manufacturing and ingredients distribution. As the partner of choice for inspiring bakery success, we helpcustomers grow their business through meaningful partnerships, research-driven insights and innovations, and products and expertise they can depend on. As a family-owned company, our commitments to our people, products, customers, and corporate values, are all part of our recipe for succe _ Why work for Dawn Foods? PEOPLE. PRODUCTS. CUSTOMERS.

Why should you apply? We invest in you! Industry-leading health insurance starts on Day 1! Competitive Pay $23/hr plus $2/hr shift differential $1000 Sign on bonus 401(K) + company match 10 Paid Company Holidays Paid Time Off Professional training Family-owned business over 100 years in service An opportunity for career advancement, working as part of an empowering workforce Shift Schedule: Monday-Saturday, with two days off rotating each week. 4:30pm-4:30am 4, 12-hour shifts Job Purpose and Overview As a Quality Assurance Technician I, you will be responsible for performing daily quality activities in the plant which includes but not limited to process audit, GMP audits, various in process or laboratory testing to ensure every ingredient and finished good meet product specifications. The Quality Technician is responsible for identifying quality issues, reporting them to the appropriate person and initiating the corrective action process.

What Does It Take to be a Quality Assurance Technician I at Dawn Foods? Below are the minimum qualifications to be a fit for this job. High School Diploma preferred 1 yearof experience and/or equivalent education in supporting plants and assessing the effectiveness of plant quality and food safety programs Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions and procedure manuals. Ability to problem solve in variable situations Must be able to work well with others and independently Knowledge of basic lab equipment such as water activity, viscometers, etc. Basic math, record keeping and computer skills What You'll Do as a Quality Assurance Technician I Monitors and inspects and tests the products in process or in the lab. Ensures the products meet all specifications. Records all information and reports any discrepancies. Monitors and checks the calibration of measuring equipment and the operation of metal detectors to ensure proper operation. Reports any problems immediately. Performs formula audits and process audits, documents audit results. Monitors adherence to all food safety and quality programs including but not limited to Good Manufacturing Practices and the Food Safety Plan. Reports any problems to the appropriate Lead/Supervisor. Promotes and facilitates safe work practices at all times. Takes appropriate actions to ensure the safety of all Dawn team members. Performs environmental swabbing as per the schedule Perform other duties as assigned by management Assists in the investigation of out of compliance products Create a safe work environment by embracing diversity and fostering an inclusive environment where all team members are treated equally and with respect Must be able to work in an environment where various allergens, including, but not limited to nuts, are received as shipments, mixed in ingredients, used as toppings, or baked into product. This will fluctuate based on business need. Physical Demands & Work Environment The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by a Team Member to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; use hands to grasp, move, or utilize objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and a ms; and talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to climb or balance and stoop, kneel, or crouch Frequent standing, pushing, pulling, bending, reaching, stooping, and squatting The employee is occasionally required to use sensory perception for quality measurement of products. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds and regularly lift and/or move up to 30 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to focus. Must be able to tolerate potential allergens: peanut products, egg, dairy, gluten, wheat, and soy. Note:The level of physical effort may vary from site to site and in some cases be greater or lesser than documented here.

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