QA Tech - Food Manufacturing

Description

About Heritage Specialty Foods:

Our company is comprised of two local families and two generations who are joined together by the same mission of supporting our customers with naturally fresh, kettle cooked foods for retail and food service operations. 

With over a decade of experience in fresh food manufacturing, we understand the intricate and delicate balance of taking a recipe and producing it on a grand scale while still maintaining the recipe’s integrity. 

We take full advantage of the abundance of local ingredients available to us in Portland to create our soups, chilis, chowders, entrées, sauces, marinades, and puddings also including vegetarian, vegan, and gluten free options and are looking for someone who relates to our company culture to join the team!

Job Description:

Entry Level QA Technician position for a Food Manufacturer. Perform processes to assure effective operation and control and to verify compliance with established standard practices.

Quality Assurance Technician Responsibilities:

• Conduct a variety of tests and inspections on raw materials, in-process products, and finished goods according to established quality control procedures.
• Physical examinations for size, shape, color, and consistency.
• Chemical analysis to ensure adherence to specifications and identify potential allergens.
• Microbiological testing to monitor for the presence of harmful bacteria.
• Analyze test data and identify any deviations from quality standards.
• Report and investigate quality control issues, determine root causes, and recommend corrective and preventative actions (CAPA).
• Maintain accurate and complete documentation of all QA activities, including test results, calibration records, and inspection reports.
• Assist with maintaining a clean and sanitary testing environment.
• Stay up-to-date on relevant food safety regulations and best practices (HACCP, GMPs).
• Work collaboratively with production, sanitation, and other departments to ensure seamless integration of quality control measures.
• Follow up with employees regarding HACCP paperwork completeness and accuracy.
• Completes daily sanitation, facility, and quality check documents.
• Weekly Thermometer verification checks.
• Weekly pH meter calibration.
• Monitors temperature of coolers and freezers routinely throughout week.
• Routine swabbing and good sampling practices.
• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

 Quality Assurance Technician Qualifications: 

• Previous related experience preferred.
• Attention to detail is a must.
• Comfortable working with numbers and understanding local and federal food regulations.
• Communication skills along with strong positive demeanor.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.

Physical Requirements:

• Must be able to lift 50 lbs repeatedly. 
• Must be able to stand for extended periods of time.