Quality Assurance Technician – Food Lab Position Available In Polk, Florida

Quality Assurance Technician – Food Lab

Category:

Professional

Location:

Lakeland, FL 33813

Pay:

$23.00 Hourly

Posted:

6 days ago

Status:

Open
Description
Quality Assurance Technician – Food Lab
If interested, please call/text 812-214-1037 or email casey.williamsonelwoodprofessional What’s in it for you?
Elwood Professional associates are eligible for a comprehensive and competitive benefits package plus an exclusive savings program, including:
Medical/Vision/Dental/Rx plans
Holiday Pay
Teladoc (online care)
Referral Bonus Incentive
And More!
Quality Assurance Technician –

Food Lab Details:

Contract to Hire position
$23.00 /hour
First Shift
Monitors the production process and product by sensory, weight control, and analytical methods to maintain product consistency and comply with established specifications including color, moisture, pH, weight, size, etc.
Evaluates all finished product regarding moisture, ingredient content, breakage, color, package fill, raw and finished weights, seal integrity, code date legibility, and overall product quality.
Accurately performs and documents all testing.
Testing may include inspection and testing of incoming raw materials, in process products, finished goods, and products produced by outside suppliers.
Utilizes testing equipment for validation and/ or calibration.
Communicates all out-of-compliance situations and product standards to production employees and Production/QA Supervisors.
Practices and adheres to safety and hygiene guidelines for safe house keeping and personal protection.
Keeps all work areas clean, stores laboratory supplies in designated areas, keeps benches and aisles clear.
Strictly adheres to safety procedures when handling chemicals for testing. Follows instructions for safe lifting.
Executes and monitors the Food Safety Plan and Food Quality Plan with effectiveness and conformance with the SQF Program at the front-line level.
Identifies, investigates and/or determines whether out-of-compliance finished product should be placed on hold.
Quality Assurance Technician –

Food Lab Qualifications:

High School Diploma or GED is required; further education in Food Science or Quality Assurance is a plus.
Previous experience in quality assurance in a food manufacturing environment, preferably in a bakery.
Strong analytical skills and attention to detail.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Ability to work collaboratively and drive continuous improvement initiatives.
This position offers a dynamic work environment with opportunities for professional growth within our expanding organization.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and celebrate diversity at all levels of our organization.
Our commitment to you: to be Kind, Helpful, Respectful, Honest and Committed To Finding You Work.