Fresh Mark Inc. ยท 1 day ago
Quality Assurance Tech (FSQA Tech)
Massillon, OH
Full-time
Onsite
Entry Level
$17.50/hr - $17.50/hr
1+ years expFresh Mark Inc. is a well-established company in the food industry, known for its high-quality meat products. They are seeking a Quality Assurance Technician to perform a variety of quality control testing and ensure compliance with internal and external specifications in their food processing operations.
AgricultureFood and Beverage
No H1B
Responsibilities
Performs physical, analytical and microbial testing as well as sensory evaluation, as per QA manual and procedures
Perform process checks throughout the production, packaging, sanitation and warehousing functions of the company
Performs environmental testing using sterile technique
Coordinates with the sanitation department for execution of the environmental testing program
Communicates with QA management, Production, and Sanitation personnel on test results and observations made during the sanitation process
Assists the line technicians as required
Assists in the Sample Retain Program
Prepares production line QA Stations and calibrates equipment for processing as needed
Generates departmental reports and consolidate QA audit reports
Provide independent oversight of processes, verifying compliance to company standards and policies, and effectively communicating when there are deviations from standards or processes
Assist in training employees on food safety, company processes and FDA Good Manufacturing Practices
Maintain accurate and organized records of QA activities and USDA pre shipment records
Must have understanding of company and customer specifications and ensure proper documentation
Employee shall also be trained but not limited to Good Manufacturing Practices, HACCP, CCP and Safety
Attends all department and company required trainings
Coordinates on sampling and testing requirements of raw materials and finished products. Conduct sampling as required
Conducts sanitation audits and performs pre-op inspection
Implements Environmental Monitoring Program
Verifies that raw materials and finished products meet set specifications
Conduct all monitoring activities to assure finished products comply with food safety and quality specifications
Reports to QA management on test results and if any result deviation
Reports all safety, quality issues and deviations to management
Comply with all Plant, State, Federal, OSHA, EPA, FDA, USDA, HACCP, and SQF guidelines and regulations for food safety, quality and employee safety
Follow Good Manufacturing Practices requirements to ensure food safety, safe work practices
Qualification
Required
High school diploma or equivalent
Knowledge of food safety principles
Ability to understand and operate basic product testing equipment
High level of organizational skills
Basic math skills
Attention to detail
Data entry and interpretation, database maintenance
Intermediate computer skills (MS Word, Excel, etc.)
Good written and verbal communication skills/fluent reading and writing skills in English
Preferred
Two-year degree or certificate in food science or related subject
One or more years previous Quality Assurance or other related experience in the Food processing facility
Knowledge of FDA GMP's and understanding of HACCP principles
Familiarity with modern food manufacturing processes and food safety systems
Benefits
Paid vacations and holidays
Educational assistance and reimbursement
Health care with low premiums and deductibles
Vision
401K with company match
And more
Company
Fresh Mark Inc.
Fresh Mark is a food production company that provides bacon, ham, dry sausage, hot dogs, deli, and specialty meats.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Alicia Pucky
Vice President, Chief People & Corporate Responsibility Officer
Recent News
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