FSQA Line Inspector Technician

Job Summary:

The FSQA Line Inspector Technician will assist the Food Safety and Quality Assurance team in maintaining food safety & quality checks on raw materials and finished goods, microbiology plating, sensory testing, batch approval, regulatory paperwork, and good manufacturing practices (GMP).

Supervisory Responsibilities:

• None.

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Perform food safety & quality analysis including dilutions, plating, & interpretation of results
• Maintain records of testing, information and various metrics such as number of defective products per day etc.
• Inspect procedures of the entire production cycle to ensure they are efficient and comply with safety standards
• Audit daily paperwork and logs to ensure compliance with FDA, USDA, SQF and other legal requirements are being met
• Monitor the use of equipment to ensure it is safe and well-maintained and discard any that doesn’t meet requirements
• Prepare and submit reports daily
• Approve or reject raw materials with respect to quality standards and record supplier performance
• Select output samples and check them using appropriate methods (measuring dimensions, testing functionality, comparing to specifications etc.)
• Ensure compliance to GMP, HACCP, food safety, & quality SOPs & standards throughout the facility
• Raw material batch & finished product testing to ensure food safety & quality specifications are met
• Inspect raw materials including packaging for integrity & traceability
• Maintain traceability for holds, work in progress, & palletized finished goods
• Perform checks before, during, & after production including cleanliness for general sanitation & allergens
• Support the environmental monitoring program & 3rd party testing needs
• Maintain records & documentation following internationally recognized guidelines
• Support internal audits for food safety, quality, OSHA/safety, & chemical compliance
• Maintain QA lab inventory & upkeep including calibrations
• Flexibility to assist on the floor during production runs
• Assist in the promotion of a strong & positive food safety culture

• Uphold SQF requirements including promotion of a strong & positive food safety culture
• Active involvement in implementation, upkeep and continuous improvement of food safety as part of an interdisciplinary team
• Stewardship for our B-corp mission to promote worldwide health and wellness by fostering the delivery of high quality, healthy foods through sustainable methods.

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Understanding of FDA & GFSI food manufacturing standards
• Working knowledge of all current OSHA and safety standards
• Attention to detail & effective communication
• Must work well in teams and demonstrate behavior conducive to promoting strong teamwork
• Must possess a positive attitude in a fast-paced & changing production environment
• Must be punctual, on site and ready for work at scheduled hours
  

Education and Experience:

• High School degree or equivalent
• 1-3 years of experience in Quality Assurance in a Production environment required
• Previous experience in food manufacturing preferred

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to stand and walk for 8-hour shifts
• Perform repetitive or continue behavior including lifting 10-20 pounds
• Occasionally lift up to 30 pounds at times
• Frequent bending, crouching, or twisting
• Work in various adverse conditions such as tight or enclosed spaces, heights, and temperature extremes to complete work assignments
• Ability to work in fast-paced production environment