Vacancy expired!
Join our Quality Assurance team as the next Quality Control Technician to help us kick off the production week! This role is hubbed out of our manufacturing headquarters located in Santa Rosa, California and is the perfect opportunity to be involved in the full operations process! Best part, you'll be working for a local and established food company, the last 45+ years in Sonoma County!
Schedule - this role works on our startup overnight shift reporting Monday - Friday, 1:00am to 9:30am.
The Quality Control Technician is a critical member of our operations team, ensuring every tortilla that leaves our facility is perfect! This role is responsible for the testing and inspection process for all company manufactured products at various stages throughout the production process. This person will compile and evaluate statistical data based on findings from the production floor to determine and maintain both the quality and reliability of raw materials and finished products.
HOW TO JOIN OUR TEAM! - complete our application for employment online.
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WHAT THE JOB ENTAILS:
-Tests products at specified stages in the production process and records test data, applying Quality Control procedures and accurately documenting the results of the inspections and testing
-Inspects quality of raw materials and purchased products upon receipt according to Quality Control procedures
-Inspects raw material and tests samples to verify against specifications
-Conducts and documents investigations of product integrity and communicates reports in a timely manner
-Performs quality related inventory movements within ERP system in a timely manner
-Maintains all controlled document files and test records efficiently
-Monitors and verifies Production processes meet quality and food safety standards
-Maintains internal, regulatory and third party requirements
-Assists Quality Assurance Manager in maintenance and monitoring of HACCP program
-Monitors the compliance of all Good Manufacturing Practices for all employees
-Complies with and ensures compliance with SQF, FDA-FSMA QAI/NSF, GFCO, OSHA and LTF Safety regulations
-Follows through completely on Customer Inquiries through investigation, reporting and training
-Instructs production employees about standards of quality and food safety through ongoing training and working in conjunction with Production Managers and QA Supervisor
-Assists Quality Manager and Supervisor in establishing standards of quality
-Participates in the development and/or revision of inspection procedures, policies, forms and/ or programs
-Ensures plant cleanliness by communicating issues and auditing Sanitation practices
-Supports R&D with special projects, as needed
-Assists Warehouse, Sanitation, Maintenance, Supply Chain and Production with adhering to LTF GMP policies and procedures
-Partners on Traceability Exercises, Mock Recalls and Recalls, as required
-Maintains QC lab in clean and organized condition
-Assists QA Manager & Supervisor on food safety, SQF, audit-related projects as needed as needed
-Maintains acute attention to detail and performs work accurately
-Thinks critically and suggests opportunities for improvement and solutions to issues to the QA Manager + Supervisor
-Performs other duties may be assigned by Manager
-Prompt and regular attendance onsite is required
WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR (REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS):
-One to two years related experience in the food industry; or equivalent combination of education and experience
-Certificate from college or technical school; College coursework preferred
-Proficient in Microsoft Office and general computer skills
-ERP knowledge preferred
-Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating instructions, procedures and policies
-Comfortable writing routine reports and company-wide correspondence
-Speak effectively before groups of employees and conduct training, as needed
-Able to work with a diverse group of people across multiple departments
-Communicates verbally and in written form proficiently in English
-Bilingual in Spanish is preferred
-Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as proportions and percentages. Ability to apply concepts of basic algebra and analyze mathematical data
-Comfortable addressing issues involving several concrete variables in standardized situations
-Takes initiative to investigate issues and deduce root causes and outcomes
-Strong organizational, problem-solving, and analytical skills
-Experience with laboratory environment, equipment and safety procedures
-Acute attention to detail, with the ability to prioritize tasks while maintaining good time management
-Embraces and promotes the La Tortilla Factory culture
WORK ENVIRONMENT/PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
-While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts and risk of electrical shock, standing on a concrete surface for long periods of time, and being exposed to noise levels requiring the use of ear plugs
-The employee is regularly required to use hands and fingers to handle or feel, reach with hands and arms, and taste or smell
-Must frequently lift and/or move up to 25lbs
THE PAY: Competitive pay starting at $19.00 - $21.00 per hour. Plus our generous company-sponsored benefits package including: Health, Dental, Vision, 401K match, Life Insurance, Paid Time Off, Paid Holidays, and so much more!
For consideration, please complete our application by clicking on the link above. Please be advised that your application is not complete until you fill out, sign, and submit an Application for Employment for a specific position for which we are actively recruiting. Your application must reflect that you possess the required qualifications for the positions.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.
