QA Tech I - Whitebridge Pet
General Mills, Inc, Rex City, MO, United States
Overview
General Mills, Inc. manufactures some of the most beloved foods in the world. We exist to make food the world loves and to be a force for good, a place to expand learning and reimagine new possibilities, every day. We look for people who want to bring their best - bold thinkers with big hearts who challenge one another and grow together. Position:
Quality Assurance Technician I - Whitebridge Pet, Joplin, MO As a part of our manufacturing group, you will be responsible for supporting production packaging and processing operations, sanitation and participation in startup, changeover, and shutdown of operating equipment. Shift hours
8-hour shifts 2nd shift: 2:15pm to 10:45pm 3rd shift: 10:00pm to 6:30am Ability and willingness to work overtime, any shift, including days, nights, weekends, holidays, and emergency events Plant operation is 24 hours a day, 5 days per week Pay
$22.00 Benefits
15 days (120 hours) of vacation annually and 11 paid holidays Great paid time off benefits 401(k) match Health Insurance- Including medical, vision, dental and life And much more! About our Location
Located in Joplin, Missouri, Whitebridge Pet Brands is a key part of General Mills\' pet division. This innovative company specializes in providing natural, minimally processed dog and cat foods, treats, and supplements, featuring renowned brands like Tiki Pets, Cloud Star, and Dogswell. With approximately 52 dedicated employees, we operate in a dynamic business environment that values safety, teamwork, accountability, responsiveness, and respect. We pride ourselves in bringing health and happiness to pets and owners by making food pets love! What your day will look like
Creating high quality natural dog and cat treats that are eaten
EVERYDAY, NATIONWIDE Using
TECHNOLOGY
in an industry-leading facility Working with HIGH-LEVEL operators on
EXPERIENCED
teams that are looking to pass down their knowledge to workers
WILLING TO LEARN
and get paid doing it CHALLENGING
yourself to get the
JOB DONE RIGHT
and gain skills to take with you to your next opportunity Lab & Testing:
Perform daily calibrations, maintain lab cleanliness, and manage inventory. Conduct and document a variety of quality control tests on finished products and water activity, including residual oxygen, leakers, net weights, shelf life, and foreign material. Document and resolve product holds and participate in lab proficiency testing. Oven Operations:
Operate, monitor, and unload ovens, ensuring all critical control points are met. Sample Collections:
Collect, label, package, and ship samples for micro testing, swabs, and product development. Manage documentation and communicate results for the positive release of finished products. Operation Checks:
Conduct and document routine line checks, foot bath/dry quat chemical concentration tests, and visual inspections of production changeovers. Evaluate and document incoming raw materials and ingredients as needed. Documentation & Communication:
Maintain accurate records for product quality, regulatory compliance (HACCP), and trace exercises. Timely communicate any issues or deviations from test results, documentation errors, or production problems to appropriate personnel. What you have to offer
Minimum of a high school education or GED 1 year of experience in a food manufacturing facility preferred Working knowledge of computer systems; Microsoft Excel, Word and Outlook is a plus Previous lab experience preferred that includes testing with water activity, moisture, residual oxygen, package leak detection, net weights, pH, NIR, etc. Must possess the ability to understand and effectively communicate with co-workers, supervisors and others in the workplace regarding work matters (our business is generally conducted in English). Physical requirements
Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs Must be able to perform physical tasks for extended periods of time including standing, walking, climbing, bending, pushing, pulling and twisting over surfaces Ability to climb and/or work at heights while utilizing stairs, ladders, personnel lifts, or platforms Ability to wear protective clothing and equipment such as safety shoes, face masks, safety glasses, hearing protection, a hard hat, a hair/beard net and gloves when required Willing and able to adhere to all grooming requirements necessary for a food manufacturing environment Ability to work in hot, cold, noisy, dusty, wet environmental working conditions Willing to work around industrial high-speed moving machinery Ability to work with allergens that might be present in a food environment COMPANY OVERVIEW
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General Mills, Inc. manufactures some of the most beloved foods in the world. We exist to make food the world loves and to be a force for good, a place to expand learning and reimagine new possibilities, every day. We look for people who want to bring their best - bold thinkers with big hearts who challenge one another and grow together. Position:
Quality Assurance Technician I - Whitebridge Pet, Joplin, MO As a part of our manufacturing group, you will be responsible for supporting production packaging and processing operations, sanitation and participation in startup, changeover, and shutdown of operating equipment. Shift hours
8-hour shifts 2nd shift: 2:15pm to 10:45pm 3rd shift: 10:00pm to 6:30am Ability and willingness to work overtime, any shift, including days, nights, weekends, holidays, and emergency events Plant operation is 24 hours a day, 5 days per week Pay
$22.00 Benefits
15 days (120 hours) of vacation annually and 11 paid holidays Great paid time off benefits 401(k) match Health Insurance- Including medical, vision, dental and life And much more! About our Location
Located in Joplin, Missouri, Whitebridge Pet Brands is a key part of General Mills\' pet division. This innovative company specializes in providing natural, minimally processed dog and cat foods, treats, and supplements, featuring renowned brands like Tiki Pets, Cloud Star, and Dogswell. With approximately 52 dedicated employees, we operate in a dynamic business environment that values safety, teamwork, accountability, responsiveness, and respect. We pride ourselves in bringing health and happiness to pets and owners by making food pets love! What your day will look like
Creating high quality natural dog and cat treats that are eaten
EVERYDAY, NATIONWIDE Using
TECHNOLOGY
in an industry-leading facility Working with HIGH-LEVEL operators on
EXPERIENCED
teams that are looking to pass down their knowledge to workers
WILLING TO LEARN
and get paid doing it CHALLENGING
yourself to get the
JOB DONE RIGHT
and gain skills to take with you to your next opportunity Lab & Testing:
Perform daily calibrations, maintain lab cleanliness, and manage inventory. Conduct and document a variety of quality control tests on finished products and water activity, including residual oxygen, leakers, net weights, shelf life, and foreign material. Document and resolve product holds and participate in lab proficiency testing. Oven Operations:
Operate, monitor, and unload ovens, ensuring all critical control points are met. Sample Collections:
Collect, label, package, and ship samples for micro testing, swabs, and product development. Manage documentation and communicate results for the positive release of finished products. Operation Checks:
Conduct and document routine line checks, foot bath/dry quat chemical concentration tests, and visual inspections of production changeovers. Evaluate and document incoming raw materials and ingredients as needed. Documentation & Communication:
Maintain accurate records for product quality, regulatory compliance (HACCP), and trace exercises. Timely communicate any issues or deviations from test results, documentation errors, or production problems to appropriate personnel. What you have to offer
Minimum of a high school education or GED 1 year of experience in a food manufacturing facility preferred Working knowledge of computer systems; Microsoft Excel, Word and Outlook is a plus Previous lab experience preferred that includes testing with water activity, moisture, residual oxygen, package leak detection, net weights, pH, NIR, etc. Must possess the ability to understand and effectively communicate with co-workers, supervisors and others in the workplace regarding work matters (our business is generally conducted in English). Physical requirements
Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs Must be able to perform physical tasks for extended periods of time including standing, walking, climbing, bending, pushing, pulling and twisting over surfaces Ability to climb and/or work at heights while utilizing stairs, ladders, personnel lifts, or platforms Ability to wear protective clothing and equipment such as safety shoes, face masks, safety glasses, hearing protection, a hard hat, a hair/beard net and gloves when required Willing and able to adhere to all grooming requirements necessary for a food manufacturing environment Ability to work in hot, cold, noisy, dusty, wet environmental working conditions Willing to work around industrial high-speed moving machinery Ability to work with allergens that might be present in a food environment COMPANY OVERVIEW
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