QA Technician

Job Description

The QA Technician will support the quality and operational teams in the sugar processing operation. In this role, you will perform laboratory analysis and monitor the operation while maintaining accurate documentation in accordance with the Quality and Food Safety systems in a GFSI certified facility.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine analysis on raw materials, in-process and final products to ensure that finished products meet required specifications prior to releasing shipments.

• Conduct product release procedures and generate Certificates of Analysis.

• Perform calibration of lab equipment.

• Perform plant-wide monitoring activities to ensure compliance with good manufacturing practices, safety, food safety, and quality assurance practices.

• Maintain proper documentation in all formats of record keeping in a legible manner.

• Report concise and professional communication in all forms; verbal, written, and electronically.

Essential Skills

• Quality assurance

• Quality control

• Inspection

• Chemistry

• Biology

• Food manufacturing

• Food safety

• Laboratory

• Document control

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• A science-related 4-year degree or equivalent experience in Food Quality Assurance/Food Safety is preferred.

• Minimum of 1 year experience at plant level QA is preferred.

• Formal HACCP, BRC/SQF Training, FSMA/FSVP/PCQI Training is preferred.

• Good knowledge of Current Good Manufacturing Practices, 21 CFR Part 117, and understanding of all applicable regulatory requirements (Federal and State).

• Understanding of quality testing within the food and beverage industry, including analytical, microbiological, and sensory evaluation.

• Basic knowledge of chemical and microbiological analysis and basic math.

• Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment, define problems, collect data, establish facts, draw valid conclusions, and make effective decisions.

• Ability to adapt to changing organizational and operational needs.

• Able to handle multiple tasks simultaneously.

• Skill in organization and prioritization, attention to detail.

• Must be a team player and leader by example.

• Must be able to communicate ideas verbally and in writing, be a self-starter, and handle challenging situations.

• Must possess a working knowledge of computers and business software such as Microsoft Office.

• Experience in the sugar or sweeteners industry is preferred but not mandatory.

Work Environment

This position requires climbing stairs or ladders, working at heights, lifting, operating test equipment, sitting and finger dexterity for data entry, speaking, hearing visual acuity, and mobility between departments. Work may require bending, stooping, squatting, kneeling, and crouching; telephone work; ability to receive detailed information through verbal and written communication; ability to express or exchange ideas through the spoken word; ability to lift up to 50 lbs. Use of both hands is required. The work is primarily indoors, with some work to be performed outdoors. The noise level in the work environment is medium/loud noise, and there may be exposure to sugar dust, steam, heat, uneven surfaces, high humidity, slippery floors, cold, and physical and mechanical hazards.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $24.00/hr.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I are embedded into our culture through:

• Hiring diverse talent

• Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection

• Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes

• Ensuring growth opportunities for our people

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com (%20actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com) for other accommodation options.