Quality Assurance Technician - 1st shift

Food Safety Role & Responsibility for Fresh Express, Harrisburg PArnrnrnrnrnrnrnrnrnSummary: rnrnrnrnrnThis is a fast-paced position heavily involved with the mathematical and technical areas. The QA Technician serves as an important supporting member of the Production Team at Fresh Express Harrisburg, PA rnrnrnrnrn rnrnrnrnrnJob Function Statements Essential Functions: rnrnrnrnrnrn Responsible for routine sampling and testing of Fresh Express product at various stages of production. rnrnrnResponsible for recognizing, identifying, communicating and documenting out-of-spec samples. rnrnrnResponsible for ensuring that adjustments are made to ensure compliance to specifications, and for rechecking following adjustments to ensure that product is of the highest quality. rnrnrnResponsible for following and helping to enforce GMP rules. rnrnrnPerforms microbiological analysis of product (using petrifilm), according to company and customer specs. rnrnrnPerforms microbiological analysis of environmental samples, according to company and customer specs. rnrnrnConducts follow-ups on out of spec test results. rnrnrnPerforms computer data entry. rnrnrnResponsible for routine sampling and testing of raw material products, to recognize, identify, and document out-of-spec products. rnrnrnResponsible for effectively communicating inspection information to Production management and Quality team members, as well as business management and Corporate Quality when needed. rnrnrnResponsible for conducting and documenting truck inspections for food safety aspects. rnrnrnResponsible for ensuring product traceability through product code verification on raw materials. rnrnrnInspects all inbound shipments of raw materials for compliance to Fresh Express quality standards. rnrnrnSupports the QA department by performing any other additional tasks in QA laboratory. rnrnrnResponsible for performing duties listed below: rnrnrnraw material quality and ATU evaluation rnrnrnwash water chemistry testing rnrnrnpH testing rnrnrnwater & air temperature monitoring rnrnrnmetal detector verification rnrnrnpercent oxygen testing rnrnrncut quality and blend ratio evaluation rnrnrntotal volume testing rnrnrnpackage weight monitoring rnrnrnseal integrity (leakers testing) rnrnrnfinished package temperature monitoring rnrnrncode date verification rnrnrnequipment calibrations rnrnrnCQI and shelf-life sample collection rnrnrndocumentation of all results and actions rnrnrnPerform other duties as required or assigned rnrnrnWhen in the plant the employee is required to wear, hardhat, hearing protection and slip resistant and safety toed shoes. rnrnrnChemical resistant gloves and eye protection are required when working with chemicals. rnrn rnrnrnrnrnRequired Qualifications/Skills: rnrnrnrnrnrnThe ideal candidate should: rnrnrnPosses basic science and technical aptitude. rnrnrnPosses basic computer skills (Excel, Outlook and Word). rnrnrnPosses the ability to read and interpret documents (in English) such as safety rules, product specifications, etc. rnrnrnPosses the ability to write routine reports and e-mail correspondence (in English). rnrnrnBe capable of working in a cold (32 to 36 degrees F), noisy and wet environment for an entire shift. rnrnrnBe capable of working overtime, including weekends and holidays as required. rnrnrnBe capable of working hours and shifts dictated by production schedule. rnrnrnBe capable of meeting all attendance requirements. rnrnrnBe capable of meeting all required testing frequencies (detailed, fast-paced work). rnrnrnBe capable of standing, on cement, for long periods of time. rnrnrnBe capable of operating measuring instruments, such as the weight scale and thermometer. rnrnrnBe capable of performing basic math calculations and use a calculator. rnrnrnrnrnrn rnrnrnrnrnOther Desired Qualifications/Skills: rnrnrnrnrnBasic computer knowledge in Word and Excel rnrnrnrnrn rnrnrnrnrnExperience: rnrnrnrnrn N/A rnrnrnrnrn rnrnrnrnrnEducation/Training: rnrnrnrnrnHigh school diploma (or equivalent)