quality technician.
geneva , illinois
posted today
job detailssummary
$19 - $19.27 per hour
contract
high school
category life, physical, and social science occupations
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job detailsjob summary:We are seeking Food Safety & Quality Technicians at our Geneva, IL manufacturing facility. This position works 12 hours shifts and follows a 2 on, 2 off, 3 on, 2 off, 2 on, 3 off schedules. Each block rotates from days to nights. Travel may be required during training.location: Geneva, Illinoisjob type: Contractsalary: $19.00 - 19.27 per hourwork hours: 9 to 5education: High Schoolresponsibilities:
Perform and support production technician in testing Vitamin C, pH, Brix, Water activity, Gilmont leak, sanitizer titration and any additional lab testing.
Conducting Daily GMP and Process Audits in production and storage areas of the plant.
Respond to calls from operations regarding potential food safety & quality issues and provide input and decision to continue run or place product on hold.
Place out of specification (quality & food safety hold) product on hold in the system and perform counts of hold product.
Investigate out of spec material as needed i.e. unsealed pouches to verify times of hold product.
Collect retention samples and maintain retention area in Quality Main lab.
Perform data entry into the various Quality System databases.
Review on-line HACCP log sheets and various quality & sanitation related documents to assure compliance with company policies.
Attend DDS (Daily direction setting) and provide quality input and updates as needed.
Cleaning and sanitation of Main Quality Fruit lab.
Maintain quality related documentation (Sanitation paperwork, Daily inspections, calibrations records)
Perform environmental swabbing of equipment, production & warehouse areas.
Perform calibrations and verifications at set frequency of lab equipment (scales, titrator, etc.), production equipment (metal detectors, Screens, strainers magnets etc.).
Perform Glass & plastic audits of production & warehouse areas.
Present training in Quality subjects to new and existing employees.
Support routine maintenance and troubleshooting of lab equipment.
Lead shift sensory program.
Send samples for FPPT (finished product pathogen testing) and place on hold/release in system.
Prepare sanitation chemicals for shutdown cleaning.
Maintain lab chemical, sanitation chemical, lab waste lab equipment inventory.
Participate in cross-plant FSRA Audits.
qualifications:MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Able to work 12 hour shifts and overtime, weekends to provide coverage
Previous lab or food safety or quality department experiences
This position requires a highly motivated self-starter with the ability to work with minimal supervision
Candidates must demonstrate excellent organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills
A proven ability to manage multiple projects while performing everyday tasks is essential
Candidates must possess a strong commitment to Food Safety & Quality
Ability to learn and execute physical and chemical analyses required for this position
Ability to compile, retrieve data, and report results on GMI standard data collection systems and Microsoft Excel
Working knowledge of Microsoft applications including Excel, Access, Word, and Outlook
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Experience in a food plant in the areas of manufacturing, sanitation, or quality assurance
skills: Quality Assurance, MS-WORD, MS-EXCEL, MS-Powerpoint, GMP (Good Manufacturing Practice)Equal Opportunity Employer: Race, Color, Religion, Sex, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, National Origin, Age, Genetic Information, Disability, Protected Veteran Status, or any other legally protected group status.At Randstad, we welcome people of all abilities and want to ensure that our hiring and interview process meets the needs of all applicants. If you require a reasonable accommodation to make your application or interview experience a great one, please contact HRsupport@randstadusa.com.Pay offered to a successful candidate will be based on several factors including the candidate's education, work experience, work location, specific job duties, certifications, etc. In addition, Randstad offers a comprehensive benefits package, including health, an incentive and recognition program, and 401K contribution (all benefits are based on eligibility).This posting is open for thirty (30) days.
