Department: Quality
Reports to: Quality Supervisor
Status: Full-time
The pay range for the role is $45,500 to $75,900 plus bonus, comprehensive benefits, retirement savings plan, paid vacation, and other perks and opportunities.
Reporting to the QC Supervisor, the scope of this position involves performing the pre-operational inspection, ensuring the production process meets superior food safety systems (HACCP) and quality standards from entry of raw materials into the facility, to the processing of goods, to shipment of finished product.
Key Responsibilities:
- Prepare samples, media and buffers used for daily analysis
- Perform chemical, microbiological and organoleptic testing of raw ingredients, work in progress and finished products
- Generate test results with a high level of accuracy and reliability
- Conduct product testing and complete environmental monitoring
- Produce reports for internal and external customers
- Computer data entry of various information for the purpose of releasing product for shipment and maintaining accurate records
- Maintain laboratory equipment and maintain cleanliness within the lab
- Work closely with production staff in the areas of sanitation, hygiene, product quality, GMPs and related necessary training
- Monitor and maintain the Quality, Food Safety and SQF systems
- Has complete authority to stop the manufacture of food if any unsafe conditions are encountered or the quality of the product might be compromised
- Reports to the Manager/Supervisor, QC any issues or barriers encountered in the accomplishment of duties above
- Complete tasks in a timely manner
- Maintaining and order necessary lab supplies
- Other duties as assigned by Management
Qualifications:
- Minimum of 3 years’ experience in the food industry
- Bachelor of Science Degree or Diploma in Microbiology or Food Science
- Knowledge of microbiological procedures and autoclaving techniques
- Knowledge of HACCP, GMPs, allergens, and food security
- Excellent interpersonal, verbal/written communication and problem-solving skills
- Proficient computer abilities using Word & Excel
- Own transportation and ability to work weekends
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Quality Control Technician in Madoc employer: Gay Lea
At Gay Lea Foods, we pride ourselves on being an exceptional employer that fosters a collaborative and innovative work culture. As the Senior Director of Cheese Business, you will have the opportunity to lead strategic initiatives in a supportive environment that values employee growth and development. With a hybrid work model and a commitment to enhancing profitability and market share, we offer a unique chance to make a meaningful impact in the dairy industry while enjoying a fulfilling career.
