QC Technician

Basic Purpose and Scope:rnThe QC Technician I will conduct analytical testing on product and monitor micro samples submitted for labeling accuracy. Monitor all CCPs for formulated products.rn rnCore Values Culture Service:rnrnResponsible for driving the Litehouse culture through company core valuesrnAccountable for outstanding Customer service to all internal and external CustomersrnDevelop and maintain effective relationships through collaboration and consistent timely communicationrnHelp uphold a "Team Member" environment supporting others with positive behaviorrnrn rnEssential Job Functions Duties and Responsibilities:rn1. Perform all job duties and operations in a safe manner, while following all federal, state, and Litehouse regulations and policies - Alwaysrn2. Understand and be able to use all necessary lab testing equipment - 35%rn3. Perform and understand analytical tests on ingredients and finished goods - 35%rn4. Perform qualitative sensory testing for every batch produced - 15%rn5. Perform data entry of test results via computer software or written methods - 6%rn6. Notify appropriate personnel if product is out of specification or for paperwork discrepancies - 5%rn7. Monitor chemical concentrations - 2%rn8. Review batch records and finished good jobs for accuracy and consistency - 2%rn9. Inspect processing equipment for cleanliness following the Allergen wash as necessary - 1%rn10. Responsibility to adhere to Food Safety policies and report food safety and quality concerns to their supervisor - Ongoingrn11. Must be able to frequently work overtime and weekends as necessary - Ongoingrn12. Must be able to work scheduled shifts and meet attendance requirements - Ongoingrn13. Other activities and duties as assigned - Ongoingrn rnSupervisory Responsibilities:rnrnrnNonernrnrnMinimum Qualifications Required to Perform Work:rn1. Education: High School Diploma/GED Strongly Preferredrn2. Certifications: Nonern3. Experience: Nonern4. Ability to read and comprehend basic instructions, short correspondence, and memosrn5. Ability to write basic correspondencern6. Computer Skills Data Entryrn7. Ability to compute basic mathematical calculationsrn8. Ability to establish & maintain effective working relationships with all contacts inside and outside of the company with strong interpersonal and organizational skillsrn9. Must have strong verbal and written communications skills with ability to express ideas professionally, effectively and efficiently in the common languagern10. Ability to multi-task, focus and work efficiently in a fast-paced environmentrnrnTravel Requirements:rnrnrnNonernrnrnrnPhysical Demands:rnSitting 0% Walking 10% Stairs/Ladders 5% Standing 85%rnNear AcuityrnSpeaking - Ordinary SpeechrnHearing - Ordinary ConversationrnManual Dexterity- Computer Keyboard FingeringrnLifting requirements: Frequently; Frequently; up to 55 lbs. Over 55 lbs. must be with two or more individuals or with mechanical aides (hoist, dolly cart, forklift)rnEmployee will be required to perform: Climbing 5%rnBending/stooping; kneeling 20-50%; Crouching 5%; twisting 50-80%rnUse of upper/lower extremities: Fine Manipulation/Fingering 100%rnGrasping/handling, pushing/pulling, reaching (shoulder height or below) 80-100%rnSensory Requirements: Taste, vision, smell, touch and hearingrnrnWork Environment:rnTemperature: Normal inside range Normal with the possibility of potential extremesrnHumidity: Wet/HumidrnAtmospheric Conditions and Noise: Noise.rnPotential Hazards: Hazards associated with working in a food manufacturing facilityrnProtective clothing or personal devices required: Rain suits, smocks, protective gloves, goggles, safety glasses, face shield, hearing protection, bump caps and/or hard hats and any other personal protective equipment (PPE) as deemed necessary to perform the job safelyrnrnExposure to fluorescent lightsrnrnBenefits:rnrn401(k)rn401(k) MatchingrnDental InsurancernHealth InsurancernLife InsurancernPaid Time OffrnVision InsurancernrnrnWe do not offer sponsorshiprnrnAll qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.