QC Technician 2nd shift
Generous Brands, Bakersfield, CA, United States
Overview
The QC Technician will carry out with limited supervision, quality analysis and control for production of beverage, salad dressing, kids’ tube, fiber, concentrate and IQF production. The Quality Control Technician will work within the laboratory and the processing facility to perform analytical analysis, food safety/quality audits and micro audits/sampling. This position will be required to uphold all WM. Bolthouse Farms, Inc. quality/food safety parameters for the products produced.
Responsibilities
Daily audits of production procedures including verification of code dates, scales, water levels, plant GMPs, and documentation
Line audits against established guidelines and frequency
Conduct daily audits and work with QC Supervisor and production personnel in addressing items that are out of compliance
Sample collection, operation of lab equipment, data analysis and entry, shipment of sample
Obtain and examine product retain shelf life samples
Calibrates and maintain laboratory equipment
Performs analytical analysis of all in-process and finished goods produced within the APEX facility
Performs pre-operational, in-process and post operation food safety and plant sanitation audits
Performs microbiological/ATP swabbing of plant equipment and facilities
Places product on hold if deviations from standards occur
Completes corrective actions for deviations from standards
Enforces plant QA, hygiene and GMP policies
Obtains product retain samples for further evaluation
Completes all quality paperwork in both hard copy and electronic format
Other duties as assigned
What You’ll Be Responsible For In This Role
Hours & Workdays
High School Diploma or equivalent; or three to six months of related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience
Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite: Microsoft Excel and Word
Must be able to work with minimal supervision
Additional Required Qualifications
Must be self-motivated and can perform multiple tasks
Ability to communicate in English including writing, speaking and reading, reasonable Spanish desired but not mandatory
Must be teamwork oriented, communicate and interact well with others
Utilize Bolthouse Farms standard operating procedures to prepare and/or analyze various parameters including good laboratory practices and aseptic techniques
Ability to taste and evaluate finished products
Ability to differentiate colors to examine product quality difference
Dependable and can work flexible hours including weekends
Knowledge of math and science concepts
Detail oriented and have a good writing ability for clear record keeping
Preferred Qualifications
1-2 years’ experience in food manufacturing or food production preferred
Bachelor’s degree in Food Science or related experience and or/training; or equivalent combination of education and experience
Physical Demands
The work environment for this position will be typical of the manufacturing facility. There are portions of the job that will require working in cold ( 90°F), loud environments, in proximity of chemicals as well as the laboratory environment. For short periods of time there is work in a frozen environment. Must be able to work in a wet, cold or hot environment and lift 25lbs - 50lbs.
What We Offer
Our rich benefits packages are designed to support the health and well-being of both our eligible co-workers and their families.
Medical
Dental
Vision
Group Life and AD&D
Voluntary Life and AD&D
Group Short-Term Disability
Group Long-Term Disability
Flexible Spending Accounts
Employee Assistance Program
401(k)
Paid Time Off
EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY
We are an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering a culturally diverse organization. We strive for inclusiveness and a workplace where mutual respect is paramount. We encourage applications from a diverse pool of candidates, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, or veteran status. We will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities, as need, to assist them in performing essential job functions.
REASONABLE ACCOMMODATIONS
Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. If you are interested in applying for employment with Generous Brands and need special assistance to apply for a posted position, or if you believe you do not meet any of the required qualifications of a posted position due to a protected disability and would like to explore the possibility of an accommodation, please contact our Talent Acquisition team at: 661-366-7200 for additional support and guidance.
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The QC Technician will carry out with limited supervision, quality analysis and control for production of beverage, salad dressing, kids’ tube, fiber, concentrate and IQF production. The Quality Control Technician will work within the laboratory and the processing facility to perform analytical analysis, food safety/quality audits and micro audits/sampling. This position will be required to uphold all WM. Bolthouse Farms, Inc. quality/food safety parameters for the products produced.
Responsibilities
Daily audits of production procedures including verification of code dates, scales, water levels, plant GMPs, and documentation
Line audits against established guidelines and frequency
Conduct daily audits and work with QC Supervisor and production personnel in addressing items that are out of compliance
Sample collection, operation of lab equipment, data analysis and entry, shipment of sample
Obtain and examine product retain shelf life samples
Calibrates and maintain laboratory equipment
Performs analytical analysis of all in-process and finished goods produced within the APEX facility
Performs pre-operational, in-process and post operation food safety and plant sanitation audits
Performs microbiological/ATP swabbing of plant equipment and facilities
Places product on hold if deviations from standards occur
Completes corrective actions for deviations from standards
Enforces plant QA, hygiene and GMP policies
Obtains product retain samples for further evaluation
Completes all quality paperwork in both hard copy and electronic format
Other duties as assigned
What You’ll Be Responsible For In This Role
Hours & Workdays
High School Diploma or equivalent; or three to six months of related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience
Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite: Microsoft Excel and Word
Must be able to work with minimal supervision
Additional Required Qualifications
Must be self-motivated and can perform multiple tasks
Ability to communicate in English including writing, speaking and reading, reasonable Spanish desired but not mandatory
Must be teamwork oriented, communicate and interact well with others
Utilize Bolthouse Farms standard operating procedures to prepare and/or analyze various parameters including good laboratory practices and aseptic techniques
Ability to taste and evaluate finished products
Ability to differentiate colors to examine product quality difference
Dependable and can work flexible hours including weekends
Knowledge of math and science concepts
Detail oriented and have a good writing ability for clear record keeping
Preferred Qualifications
1-2 years’ experience in food manufacturing or food production preferred
Bachelor’s degree in Food Science or related experience and or/training; or equivalent combination of education and experience
Physical Demands
The work environment for this position will be typical of the manufacturing facility. There are portions of the job that will require working in cold ( 90°F), loud environments, in proximity of chemicals as well as the laboratory environment. For short periods of time there is work in a frozen environment. Must be able to work in a wet, cold or hot environment and lift 25lbs - 50lbs.
What We Offer
Our rich benefits packages are designed to support the health and well-being of both our eligible co-workers and their families.
Medical
Dental
Vision
Group Life and AD&D
Voluntary Life and AD&D
Group Short-Term Disability
Group Long-Term Disability
Flexible Spending Accounts
Employee Assistance Program
401(k)
Paid Time Off
EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY
We are an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering a culturally diverse organization. We strive for inclusiveness and a workplace where mutual respect is paramount. We encourage applications from a diverse pool of candidates, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, or veteran status. We will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities, as need, to assist them in performing essential job functions.
REASONABLE ACCOMMODATIONS
Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. If you are interested in applying for employment with Generous Brands and need special assistance to apply for a posted position, or if you believe you do not meet any of the required qualifications of a posted position due to a protected disability and would like to explore the possibility of an accommodation, please contact our Talent Acquisition team at: 661-366-7200 for additional support and guidance.
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