Winland Foods ยท 1 day ago
Quality Technician
St Louis, MO
Full-time
Onsite
Entry Level
$22.80/hr - $22.80/hr
1+ years expWinland Foods is committed to excellence and quality in food production, and they are seeking a Food Quality Team Member to ensure product safety and compliance with food safety standards. The role involves performing inspections, supporting continuous improvement initiatives, and collaborating with production and sanitation teams to uphold quality and safety standards.
Food and BeverageFood ProcessingManufacturingWholesale
Responsibilities
Safe Equipment Operation & Maintenance:
Perform daily inspections, environmental swabbing, and product inspections
Verify compliance with established standards
Product Handling, Quality Control & Inventory Management:
Conduct and oversee tasks like sensory testing, label verification, and analytical testing to ensure product attributes are correct
Understand and follow plant policies for placing materials on hold and collecting retention samples
Assist with inventory control for approved suppliers following FIFO practices
Help with customer sample requests and microbiological testing for shipping requirements
Food Safety & Sanitation Compliance:
Lead facility inspections and assist with a variety of quality checks and audits
Follow GMP, HACCP, SQF, FSMA, and company food safety policies
Maintain cleanliness and sanitation
Participate in internal auditing
Team Collaboration, Leadership & Training:
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to resolve quality issues and investigate customer complaints
Assist team members, adapt to operational changes, and contribute to productivity, safety, and quality goals
Documentation, Communication & Continuous Improvement:
Manage specialized quality programs and documentation, using technical skills in systems like SAP and other quality management software
Prepare accurate written documentation
Record inventory transactions, shipments, and quality results in SAP
Ensure precision in recording and reporting test results
Support plant trials, process improvements, and cost savings projects
Participate in 5S efforts
Qualification
Required
High School Diploma or GED required
Minimum 1 year of work experience in manufacturing or food production
18+ years of age
Ability to operate, troubleshoot, and advise on minor adjustments to formulas or processes
Mechanical aptitude with the ability to identify and resolve quality irregularities
Proficiency in SAP, hand scanners, and basic math skills
Computer literacy in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook
Knowledge of GMPs, SQF, HACCP, FSMA, and other food safety regulations
Commitment to following all company safety policies and procedures
Ability to lift up to 50 lbs., push heavy loads, stand/walk up to 90% of shift, and climb as needed
Must have near and far visual acuity, some color perception, and full range of hand/arm movement
Communicate effectively in English, both verbally and in writing
Work independently and collaboratively in a team environment, with a proactive, team-oriented mindset
Positive attitude, dependable, self-motivated, and willing to work overtime or weekends as needed
Strong problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment
Demonstrated accountability for work quality, attendance, and continuous improvement
Preferred
Degree in Biology, Chemistry or Food Science
Benefits
Union provided coverage (Medical, Dental, Vision, STD, LTD)
401(k) with match, accrued vacation & paid holidays after 90-days of employment.
Company
Winland Foods
Winland Foods specializes in manufacturing and developing pasta, sauces, dressings, dry dinners, pita chips, and syrups.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Eric Beringause
Chief Executive Officer
Gene Pagel, MBA
Chief Information Officer
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