ASR Group is the world’s largest refiner and marketer of cane sugar, with an annual production capacity of more than 6 million tons of sugar. The company produces a full line of grocery, industrial, food service and specialty sweetener products. Across North America, ASR Group owns and operates six sugar refineries, located in Louisiana, New York, California, Maryland, Canada and Mexico. In the European Union, the company owns and operates sugar refineries in England, Portugal. ASR Group also owns and operates mills in Mexico and Belize. The company’s brand portfolio includes the leading brands Domino®, C&H®, Redpath®, Tate & Lyle®, Lyle’s® and Sidul®.OVERVIEW The Quality Assurance Tech performs routine audits of the Quality Systems, Manufacturing Process, and Facility. The Tech also investigates non-conforming materials and issues holds, provides support for disposition of held materials, and assists in continuous improvement investigations. The Tech is also responsible for conducting any required chemical and physical laboratory tests of solid materials and liquids, and test data analysis. This position will primarily support our 3rd shift production, 10:45pm-7:00am (shift begins Monday evening and last shift ends Friday evening into Saturday morning). Weekends/overtime required based on business needs. Hourly pay rate $21-24/hour plus $1.50 shift differential ROBUST BENEFITS PACKAGE:
Up to 3 weeks of vacation
5 personal days/floating holiday
9 paid holidays
Quarterly bonus program of up to 7% of quarterly gross pay
Annual merit increases
Training and career growth opportunity
Overtime availability
Competitive health benefits (Medical, Dental, Vision, Pet Insurance, and more)
DETAILED ROLES & RESPONSIBILITIES
Performs routine Quality System Audits, Facility GMP Inspections, and Production Process Audits.
Reviews and maintain completed production records for conformance to GMP documentation requirements, obtains needed corrections, and files.
Creates, revises, and reviews controlled GMP documents.
Performs investigations to identify root cause and corrective actions.
Uses SAP to locate information about ingredients, packaging, and finished products for traceability purposes.
Sets up laboratory equipment and instrumentation required for tests, research, or process control.
Tests and analyzes materials used as ingredients, in process materials, and finished products to verify conformity to specifications.
Documents results of tests and analyses on standardized forms, writes test reports, and prepares graphs and charts.
Prepares chemical solutions according to standard formulas; cleans, calibrates, and operates test equipment.
Uses PowerPoint and other methods to deliver Quality topic training to new hires and small employee groups.
WORK EXPERIENCES
1+ years in a Quality Auditor or Quality Control position in a manufacturing facility required, preferably RTE food manufacturing
Prior experience with FDA regulated industry or Safe Quality Food (SQF), BRC, AIB certified industry preferred
Experience conducting internal quality audits and inspections preferred
Experience working with minimal to no supervision required
EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS
High school diploma, general education degree (GED); or equivalent experience as determined by HR required
Bachelors or Associates Degree in Chemistry, Biology, or a similar field preferred
ESSENTIAL CAPABILITIES (KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES AND PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES)
Strong critical reasoning skills with the ability to identify and solve problems, be results focused and detailed oriented
Must possess great attention to detail and the ability to multitask in a fast-paced industrial environment
Microsoft Office and PC skills required
Ability to make sound decisions regarding resource utilization and needs.
Aptitude for teambuilding and employee engagement.
Strong organizational, time management, verbal, and written communication skills
Ability to work overtime and weekends as needed
Must be able to lift, bend, push, and pull up to 50 pounds.
Must be able to understand verbal and written English
LOCATION OF ROLE
Cleveland, OH
We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, veteran status or any other category protected under federal, state, or local law. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need.
