Quality Assurance Tech; FSQA Tech

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Fresh Mark in Massillon, Ohio is hiring a Quality Technician. The QA Technician performs a wide variety of quality control testing, including routine observations and monitoring of receiving, manufacturing and processing activities to assure compliance with internal and external customer specifications as well as regulatory compliance.

• 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.
• 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.

• Two-year degree or certificate in food science or related subject preferred, high school diploma or equivalent required.
• One or more years previous Quality Assurance or other related experience in the Food processing facility preferred.
• Knowledge of FDA GMP’s and understanding of HACCP principles.
• Familiarity with modern food manufacturing processes and food safety systems.
• 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.

• Starting rate is $17.50/hr.
• $1.50 shift differential for 2nd and 3rd shift.
• Paid vacations and holidays, educational assistance and reimbursement.
• Health care with low premiums and deductibles.
• Vision insurance.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Other comprehensive benefits.

Fresh Mark provides an excellent work environment and comprehensive benefits. Owned and made in the USA for more than 100 years, Fresh Mark’s Sugardale brand takes a personal approach to making great tasting high quality meats. The company is dedicated to quality and provides a supportive culture where employees can grow in their knowledge and career.

Fresh Mark welcomes all interested people to apply for job opportunities in our company. We pride ourselves in being a diverse company and we consider applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital or veteran status, disability or any legally protected status.

All applicants applying for positions with Fresh Mark must accept the Employment Application Consent Form to continue their candidacy. Fresh Mark is a drug free workplace.