QA Associate – Food Production Position Available In Worcester, Massachusetts

QA Associate – Food Production 3.8 3.8 out of 5 stars 393 Fortune Boulevard, Milford, MA 01757 The QA Associate reports directly to the QA Manager. Coordinates with departments that impact food quality, including receiving, portioning and sanitation. Responsible for Food Safety Audits, Quality Assurance, and protection of the LSF Brand.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

: Perform Food Safety Audits of the Quality Control Center. Assist with training of new employees, document control initiatives, and tracking data trends. Monitor GMPs, SOPs, and food safety controls. Monitor sanitary conditions of the facility, specifically using an established bacterial swabbing method. Monitor temperatures and other operating parameters of various laboratory instruments necessary for accurate testing. Prepare various media types used in laboratory testing, including monitoring and documenting pH levels. Keep inventory of testing media and materials. Maintain a clean and sanitary laboratory, including but not limited to keeping benchtops sanitized and free of clutter, washing lab floor and cleaning all glassware/metal instruments used in the testing process. Participate and act as key member of the HACCP Team. Perform other tasks as directed to support Quality and Brand.

SKILLS & COMPETENCIES

Must be able to work independently, multi-task, and make appropriate decisions when necessary. Must have good communication skills and be able to work with personnel from other departments. Must be comfortable in a laboratory environment and know basic lab standard operating procedures, as well as aseptic technique. Must have basic problem-solving skills and be detail oriented.

MINIMUM EDUCATION & TRAINING

: Minimum associate degree in biology, food science, or related field, bachelor’s degree preferred. Experience in lab or food production environment a plus. Must be able to tolerate cold temperatures for short periods of time. HACCP Certification a plus. Must be able to lift 50lbs. Bilingual a plus.

ENVIRONMENTAL WORKING CONDITIONS

The working conditions will be in a laboratory setting as well as in a seafood processing setting. We offer a highly desirable full-time work schedule, competitive pay and benefits, paid training, plus room for continued growth within our organization. Legal Sea Foods participates in the federal E-Verify program to confirm employment eligibility of all new hires. E-Verify is an online system that allows companies to determine the eligibility of their employees to work in the United States. All new hires will be required to complete Form I-9 and successfully participate in the E-Verify process.

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

$18.00 – $19.00 per hour

Benefits:

401(k) Dental insurance Employee discount Health insurance Paid time off Referral program Vision insurance

Schedule:

10 hour shift Day shift Monday to Friday Ability to

Commute:

Milford, MA 01757 (Required)

Work Location:

In person