QA Engineer I

Description SUMMARY:
The mission of the Quality Engineer-I will be to support the operation in monitoring the production quality and compliance of Faribault Foods, Tucson, Arizona, in providing expertise on quality related problems, in performing audits and in communicating trend analysis on quality results, while supporting the plant goals of quality, safety, productivity, and customer service.ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: include the following.
Other duties may be assigned.
Perform analysis according to the control plans and HACCP procedures and record the information on appropriate forms. Verify thermo process capability and conformance to process specification of products and recommend new product specifications. Conduct heat penetration testing on products to understand the impact of process variables on product attributes to drive appropriate improvements in products. Validate that product and process capabilities are met for present and proposed product changes in accordance with FDA & USDA requirements. Perform all bench work analysis according to Standard Operating Procedures (SOP's) and Standard Methods.
React according to the decision grid when results from analysis show bad (poor or abnormal) developing trends.
Initiate root cause analysis and corrective action efforts when plant quality objectives are not met.
Participate in updating, developing and implementing appropriate SOP's for the Business Units.
Participate in developing and improving tracking system (documentation, etc.), and to provide training and awareness programs to the factory for quality requirements including the following: sanitation methods, sanitary design criteria, maintenance of equipment and plant grounds - both existing and new installations, GMP's.
Certify manufacturing processes using quality assurance tools. Member of the Material Review Board. Lead continual improvement of suppliers via assessment audits. Conduct supplier quality meetings. Develop processes and procedures in accordance with FSSC 22000 & PAS 220 or SQF based quality system elements. Drive adequacy and conformance of processes and procedures through the internal audit process and the corrective action process. Participate in Plant Quality Audits on equipment, material, product and procedures. Maintain workstation in a clean and orderly manner daily. Adhere to company policies concerning GMP's.
Show exemplary behaviors by being a role model for Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP's).
Participate in appropriate operator training and business unit quality performance assessment.
Provide expertise to business units in troubleshooting quality-related problems.
Communicate concerns / results daily, weekly, and monthly to the business units and the organization.
Be proactive when incidents arise: analyze facts and results during investigations (context, why, who, what, etc.) Take additional actions if necessary (pre-reading, increase checks, hold pallets, etc.)
Communicate detailed summary of incident and actions taken to departments affected and concerned, i.e. production, distribution, scheduling, etc.
Present information clearly and concisely.
Maintain high morale and quality focus among plant personnel, and support the plant's union-free status.
Maintain proper safety conditions of equipment and of Company assets.
Comply with all standard safety practices, safety guidelines, and all Company guidelines and policies.
Work an eight (8) hour shift and/or overtime plus weekends as required.
Demonstrate good attendance.
Effectively read, write, speak and comprehend English.
Requirements QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.
The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and / or ability required.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE: Bachelor's degree with related experience and/or training.
Must be able to understand and follow directions.
Must be able to handle multiple tasks and projects simultaneously.
Must be able to demonstrate good attendance.
Manual and finger dexterity.
Must be able to work extended hours and/or overtime as required.
Must be able to participate in job development training, such as equipment cross-training and team development training.LANGUAGE SKILLS: Ability to effectively read, write, speak and comprehend English.
Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
Ability to write routine reports and correspondence.
Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or employees of the organization.MATHEMATICAL SKILLS: Ability to work with basic mathematical concepts such as percentages, graphics, ratios, and proportions.
Also have basic understanding of statistics, such as averages, standard deviations, variances and frequencies.REASONING ABILITY: Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form.
Must have good conceptual skills.PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit and talk or hear.
The employee is frequently required to use hands to finger, handle or feel objects, tools, or controls, and taste or smell.
The employee is occasionally required to walk and reach with hands and arms.
The employee is occasionally required to stand and walk.The employee occasionally lifts and / or moves up to 25 pounds.
Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and distant vision.WORK ENVIRONMENT: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.Work is performed primarily in an office setting in a fast-paced manufacturing and production environment.
When performing jobs on the plant production floor, work requires possible exposure to all temperature changes, high noise levels, working around moving equipment, electrical hazards, tanks, heights, fumes, chemicals, vibrations, dust, etc.
Working hours must be flexible with the ability to work on all shifts and extended hours as required.The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.Faribault Foods' Benefits and Compensation:-Paid Time Off, Holiday Pay, and paid End of Year Shut Down-Health Insurance (Medical, Dental, & Vision) - after 60 days-Employee Assistance Program-401(k) Retirement Plan & Employer Match-Tuition Reimbursement-Perfect Attendance Incentives-Life Insurance - Company paid-Short-Term & Long-Term Disability - Company paid-Job Progression Program - Earn as You Learn-Employee of the Month Recognition Program-Wellness Program - Up to $150 in rewards-On-campus gym; free weights, elliptical, treadmill, etc.-Employee referral bonus $200, for the employee-Provided uniform shirts twice a year - Company paid-Reimburse up to $150 for steel toe boots every 12 monthsFFI is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.
FFI does not discriminate based on age, ethnicity, race, sex, gender, religion, national origin, creed, tribal affiliation, ancestry, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status, genetic information, veteran status, socio-economic status, as well as any other class protected by law.