Home Chef Lithia Springs , GA 30122
Posted 2 weeks ago
Overview
Ensures the accuracy and quality of all product labeled, portioned, meal bagged, and shipped from Home Chef by working alongside production to conduct on-the-line checks of product against recipe specifications and quality standards.
Responsibilities
A QC Tech demonstrates mastery of all core QC Associate responsibilities, specifically:
Labeling
Performs visual inspection during labeling process (including bottles, jars, bags) for proper placement of label, correct name of product and/or ingredient per Q.A. sheets
Portioning
Issues correct QC samples to production team leads/production associates prior to production, utilizing QA sheets to ensure correct portion amount for the specific ingredient being portioned
Issues the proper measuring equipment (i.e. scales, measuring spoons, measuring cups, spatulas, pumps)
Reinforces training for production team leads and associates on proper measurement using the equipment
Confirms the portioned amount with production team leads for each portioned ingredient prior to starting production (based on QA sheets)
Performs final verification of portioning and sign-off on portioning line prior to starting production
Conducts hourly visual inspections of portioned ingredients for accuracy
Meal Bagging
Utilizes production sheets to verify proper meal bag line setup:
Verifies that all ingredients required for the meal are present and within shelf life
Confirms ingredient amounts with production team leads and associates (particularly for ingredients that require multiples)
Sign-offs on production sheets
Conducts hourly visual or physical inspections to ensure meal bag accuracy (by unpacking completed meal bag)
Maintains continuous watch over meal bagging line and helps to close bags at the end of the line
Performs random meal bag inspections to ensure produce quality and double check ingredient quantities on days when shipping lines are operational
Shipping Line
All Lines
Verifies set up of line (meat, meal bags, recipe cards, box call outs) using boxing call out sheet prior to start of shipping
Communicates back to production team when errors are identified on the line
Visually inspects meat for quality (e.g. freezer burn, discoloration, broken seals) when serving in the role of protein QA
Understands and can conduct sanitation process for proteins that have fallen on the floor or have been otherwise exposed to potential sources of cross-contamination
Similar Line:
Verifies the setup of the line prior to each run, ensuring correct product is present, and initials similar sign off sheet with start time
Ensure correct pick quantity (e.g. 4 serving run) has been communicated to the production associates working on the line
Unique & Hybrid Lines:
Confirms correct proteins, meal bags, box call outs, recipe cards, and ice quantity have been placed in each box utilizing the pick ticket
Receiving/Outbound Transfers
Completes and properly documents QC inspections of all inbound/outbound ingredients
Escalates issues to FSQA Supervisor/FSQA leadership of any issues regarding quality or food safety
Other Responsibilities
Final Box Verification
Removes boxes systematically from each line and completes the final box verification form
Documenting issues identified in the box as well which shipping line it was packed on
Provides feedback to production supervisor and or team lead running the shipping line when issues are identified
Corrects issues identified in boxes checked and ensures box is placed on pallet for shipping
Post-op Clean up
Collects all utensils (scales, dishers, measuring cups, measuring spoons, etc.) from sanitation after they have been cleaned and sanitized and places them in designated spots within the QA lab for the next shift
Places QA sheet / clipboard / tablet in designated storage area
Equipment Setup and Maintenance
Sets up portion fillers with ingredients requested
Verifies Scales used in portioning
Issue Escalation
Promptly notifies FSQA Supervisor and/or FSQA Leadership when quality issues arise such as produce quality, portioning quantity, or missing ingredients
Attitude and Attendance
Arrives to work at scheduled time and follows time off request procedure
Communicates with co-workers in a professional manner
Treats co-workers with respect at all times
Uses teamwork with working with production throughout the day
General Responsibilities:
Follow the facility GMP's and help enforce them throughout the facility
Support the efforts of the company to maintain our food safety system (SQF) and quality programs
This position requires 0% travel.
Qualifications
High school diploma or equivalent required
Previous experience working in food quality is preferred
Hourly Range: $15.50 - $18.00
Home Chef