Quality Control Technician
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This is a direct hire role with outstanding benefits!

Job Title: Quality Control Technician

Location: West Chicago, IL

Pay Rate: $23/hr. + Benefits

Shift: (1st) 6am-2:30pm | (3rd) 10pm-6:30am

• Responsible for data entry, managing and utilizing date information within company databases.
• Presiding over facility sanitation practices, performing inspection of equipment, and or manufacturing processes.
• Conformance to GMP guidelines and all company policies/procedures Inspection of Finished Goods, representing Medical Foods, Dietary Supplements and other high-profile contract customer products.
• Identify non-conforming conditions within the manufacturing environment and with products and materials per their compliance to food safety and food quality.
• Responsible for placing non-conforming products and materials or products that do not conform to specifications into hold status.
• Ensure appropriate communication of food safety and quality issues with production Supervisors, Managers and other facility personnel as required.
• Initiates investigations into the causes of material or product non-conformances, gathering pertinent information documents, interviews, graphic and physical evidence, etc , without prompt from Supervisor.
• Investigates customer complaints with guidance from supervisor
• Perform audits based on SQF guidelines: Hard Plastic, Processing Line, X-Ray, etc.
• Make suggestions to improve plant safety, food safety and product quality.
• Make suggestions on how to increase efficiency and cost savings within the department
• Gather finished good samples per program requirements.
• Provide hands-on training to plant employees as directed

QUALIFICATIONS

• To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.
• The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.
• EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE
• 3-5 years quality control experience in the food/beverage industry
• Knowledge of one or more of the following is desirable: GMP s, HACCP, SQF, FDA of USDA regulations for foods and beverages.
• Internal auditing, CAPA investigations and training of personnel a plus.
• Must be able to complete a skills assessment test to assess basic skills needed in the position.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, and ABILITIES

• Good Computer skills e-mail, internet use, basic skills in MS excel, MS word, and MS Power Point Good written and oral communication skills in English and Spanish are required.
• Ability to work in a team-based environment.
• Ability to work independently Proactive behavior take initiatives/make suggestions/follow up with limited supervision
• Good analytical skills observation, attention to detail, problem solving
• Desire to learn, take on challenges and responsibilities.
• Cross training in other Quality Areas such as Incoming Inspection/Lab.
• Flexibility to adapt to change.
• Basic math skills: Arithmetic, percentages, ratios, measurements
• Ability to multitask, organize and prioritize tasks Good conflict resolution and interpersonal skills Identify and communicate unsafe work conditions to Supervisor

BENEFITS

• Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance
• 401 K ROTH Plan with Company Match
• Life Insurance Aflac Supplemental Insurance
• Paid Time Off + Paid Holidays
• Employee Assistance Program

PERKS

• Training and Career Development Opportunities
• Referral Program
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Discounts on our Delicious Products
• Health Club Member Reimbursement
• Interactive Company Culture with Engagement Activities
• Employee Service Awards
• Company Philanthropy

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• Employee must be able to: Climbing: Ascending or descending ladders, stairs, ramps, and the like, using feet and legs and/or hands and arms.
• Balancing: Maintaining body equilibrium to prevent falling when walking, standing or crouching on narrow, slippery surfaces.
• Reaching: Extending hand s and arm s in any direction.
• Standing: Remaining upright on the feet