Food Manufacturing Quality Assurance Tech

We are celebrating 50 years of sweet success and just hit $1B in sales. At J&J Snack Foods, our motto is Fun. Served. Here. We believe in working hard but having a little fun while you do it.

We offer a benefits package that is almost second-to-none that includes 401k eligibility after just 30 days of employment and a 100% Tuition Reimbursement program.

Job Title: QA Technician

Reports To: FSQA Manager

Summary of Essential Job Duties:

• Tests and processes all raw materials, intermediates and finished goods samples in a timely manner. Performs QA floor audits, analysis, etc.

• Documents test results as required by the Country Home Bakers quality control testing procedures.

• Evaluates test results and communicating deviations from the product specifications to the QA Supervisor and operators.

• Collects samples: raw materials, intermediates and finished goods to submit for microbial testing and evaluation at contract labs.

• Inputs data entries into various systems and spreadsheets for QA program reporting. Bakes samples in lab.

• Follows all safety procedures and participate in safety training.

• Complies with all GMP's and continuously monitors GMP's compliance throughout the plant.

• Performs pre-op and changeover inspections (including collecting Charm swabs) as required.

• Segregates, and marks any non-conforming product identified while performing line verifications or product evaluation.

• Completes all necessary reporting and record keeping on product samples released and perform data entry for Statistical Process Control of production in a timely manner.

• Completes Certificates of Analysis as required. Performs daily equipment calibration.

• In conjunction with programs developed by the QA Supervisor and QA Manager, assists in training new QA Technicians in physical baking and analytical testing procedures as well as inspection audit requirements.

• Follows company policies and procedures.

• Performs other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Requires a High School Diploma or equivalent.

• Bachelor of Science Degree is preferred.

• Must be able to read and interpret basic written instructions and perform tasks and projects derived from written instructions. Understand, read, speak and write in English.

• Must be able to manage time and priorities effectively and efficiently, keep confidential information secure, and be able to work well alone, as well as in a team environment.

• Will create reports, complete forms, and otherwise communicate in writing anything that may be passed on to an employee, vendor, customer, potential customer or members of management. Must have intermediate computer skills including Microsoft Word, Access, and Excel.

• Perform basic math skills such as adding, subtracting, multiplying and dividing, as well as an ability to use a calculator.

• Basic Statistical Process Control skills (using control charts, scatter diagrams, histograms, check sheets)

• Minimum of 2-5 year of experience in quality control/assurance in the food industry is required.

• Must be able to lift bags, boxes and pails of raw materials and finished goods that weigh up to one hundred pounds. Other physical requirements include stooping, bending, stretching, sitting, climbing stairs and ladders and standing for long periods of time.

• Must be able to work flexible hours.

Disclaimer:

This position description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the team member. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change, or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.

EEO Statement:

J&J Snack Foods Corp.is an equal opportunity employer and prohibits discriminatory employment actions against, and treatment of, employees and applicants for employment based on actual or perceived Federal, State and local laws that prohibit employment discrimination on the basis of race, color, age, national origin, ethnicity, alienage, religion or creed, gender, gender identity, pregnancy, marital status, sexual orientation, citizenship, genetic disposition or characteristics, disability or veteran's status, sex offenses, prior record of arrest or conviction, genetic information or predisposing genetic characteristic, status as a victim or witness of domestic violence, sex offenses or stalking and unemployment status.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: From $20.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 - 60 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)

• 401(k) matching

• Dental insurance

• Employee assistance program

• Flexible spending account

• Health insurance

• Health savings account

• Life insurance

• Paid time off

• Retirement plan

• Tuition reimbursement

• Vision insurance

Experience level:

• 2 years

Schedule:

• 10 hour shift

• 8 hour shift

• Monday to Friday

• Night shift

• Overtime

• Weekends as needed

Work setting:

• Food Processing Plant

• In-person

• Manufacturing facility

Ability to Relocate:

• Atlanta, GA 30310: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person