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Ferrara Quality Control Technician, 2nd Shift - Forest Park, IL in Forest Park, Illinois
467218BR
Auto req ID:
467218BR
Company:
Ferrara
Job Code:
Manufacturing Manufacturing
Job Description:
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Position requires the ability to work overtime. As a result, it may require working varying start times, end times, and weekends dependent on business needs.
Want to make an impact?
The Quality Control Technician position exists to review quality and food safety processes and procedures and ensure that the finished product is in compliance with company standard and government regulation. The essence of the role covers not only processes of sampling, swabbing, and product testing, but also development of documentation and techniques which guarantee satisfactory quality of products and services. Hours are 4:00 p.m. to 4:30 a.m.
Ways you will make a difference
Responsible for daily paperwork and computer systems work (tracking, issuing deviations, filing)
Assists with setting up and preparing for the Product Evaluation System Meeting (PES), Quality Assurance Review (QAR), reviewing and sampling of product from the facility
Reviews film, cartons, and cases for accuracy from in-coming material shipments and documents findings in system
Completes verification/calibration of lab equipment; such as: thermometers, moisture analyzer, and package leak detectors
Collects environmental, validation and allergen swabs as needed
Prepares samples for shipping or courier pick-up
Uses good time management and decision making skills in order to assist key personnel to resolve or minimize out-of-specification conditions and foreign substance contamination of raw materials, in-process, and finished products through observation, identification, notification, documentation, isolation, audit, and disposition
Conducts assists and coordinates data collection for Corporate projects, special projects, trials, or studies as required.
Assists in development, implementation and monitoring of ongoing food safety programs
Maintains various Food Safety (Sanitation, Quality, Pest Control, HACCP) data, manuals, documents, and files
Understand and follow all safety policies and procedures, which includes following proper Lock Out/Tag Out
Follow all GMP, Food Safety practices and HACCP procedures. Properly complete all HACCP and quality check documents
Attend all required plant/team meetings and training sessions
Keep your work area in a clean and orderly manner at all times Aid in maintaining and monitoring Hold and Release Program
Position Title:
Quality Control Technician, 2nd Shift - Forest Park, IL
Job Category:
Technician
Minimum Education Required:
High School/GED
Certificates/Security Clearances/Other:
City*:
Forest Park
Additional Qualifications/Responsibilities:
Skills that will make you successful
Ability to follow detailed instructions
Solid ability to read, write and understand English
Effective communication, interpersonal, technical, and problem solving skills
Ability to work in fast paced environment and handle multiple priorities
Collaborate and work in a team environment
Must have knowledge of lab and testing equipment
Experiences that will support your success
2 years of previous experience in a manufacturing setting or a related position in Quality (experienced in food manufacturing industry)
Operational understanding of manufacturing processes
Mechanical aptitude
Intermediate computer skills in SAP (or related) and Microsoft Office applications
HIgh School or GED graduate, college classes in Sciences preferred
What We Offer
At Ferrara, we’re proud to support our employees by providing comprehensive benefits such as health insurance, dental insurance, a 401(k), and paid time off (PTO). Eligible employees may also receive an annual bonus based on company performance.
Compensation
$27 per hour and $1 per hour Shift Differential
State*:
Illinois