QA 2nd Shift - Quality Technician

Job: H00600 - Quality Technician

Report to: Department Lead and/or Supervisor

Job Description

Responsible for compliance of food safety systems along with quality programs, policies, procedures, and processes that are designed and necessary to ensure food-safe products. Comply with government regulations and adhere to quality standards and specifications for Shenandoah Valley Organic

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Assure finished product meets company standards.
• Assure product throughout the production process is carried out in accordance with plant HACCP, SSOP, and GMP procedures.
• Assure sanitary conditions in production areas are maintained in accordance with regulatory requirements.
• Accurately record findings observed during the verification and pre-shipment review checks.
• Perform pre-operational and operational sanitary inspections.
• Perform HACCP and GMP-related tasks.
• Assist in the process of product sample preparation and shipping.
• Assist USDA inspectors if required.
• Collect product samples during operation.
• Generate daily QA documentation.
• Support production in the development of, effectiveness, and the implementation of corrective actions.
• Additional task as assigned by supervisor

Skills and Knowledge

• High School Diploma or G.E.D required.
• 1-2 years experience in poultry production
• Verbal communication skills, able to explain concepts
• Excellent reading comprehension and writing skills, including good grammar and spelling
• Self- Starter, able to complete tasks under minimal supervision at times
• Able to follow the directions of the lead, supervisor, and manager
• Team-Player
• Strong analytical ability and math skills.
• Ability to organize, plan, and complete work in a timely manner.
• Labeling experience (not required, but desired).
• Must be able to read and write English. Bi-lingual a plus.

Physical Demands

• Color vision corrected to 20/20
• Ability to write notes in English
• Sitting 10%Walking 60%
• Standing 30%
• Lifting up to 50 Lbs.

Interested applicants should sign up in the Human Resources department.