Quality Assurance Technician

This position will provide administrative, scheduling and maintenance of systems within the Quality Assurance Department. Key role in assisting with CAPA investigations and effectiveness. Participates in improvement projects and activities in the department to help meet plant goals in Quality. Annual Document Review Ensures reassessments are being completed on time Schedule/Assist with Monthly Sanitation Audits Ensure sanitation audit findings are closed on time Assist with internal auditor training Schedule Monthly & Quarterly Quality Management System Review Meetings (QMSRM) Create and share agendas for monthly & quarterly QMSRM Compile all documentation associated with the QMSRM Present information for monthly & quarterly QMSRM Create and share meeting minutes for monthly & quarterly QMSRM Complete training for QMSRM items Corrective and Preventative Actions (CAPA) Initiate Corrective Action Requests (CARs), Preventative Action Requests (PARs), and Supplier Corrective Action Requests (SCARs) as requested Maintain CAPA logs Collect updates related to CAPA status Ensure CAPA items are complete prior to closing Aid in root cause analysis, corrective actions, and determining effectiveness Assist with QA compliance items Communicate items due each month Communicate status of compliance activities Ensure compliance calendar activities are complete each month New Hire Training Document Control Process/file document changes (DCN's) Ensure details such as revision number, document number, required approvers, and date are accurate Ensure training for all new/revised documents is complete when required Ensure master document logs are kept up to date Continuous Improvement & Collaboration Participate in CI activities and improvement projects

EDUCATION, CERTIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

College Diploma/Degree or 3+ years related work experience required Must be PCQI certified Must have Food Defense Awareness training certificate Hazard Analysis & HACCP training certificate

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

Ability to work in team environment, but able to work alone on specific projects Good attention to detail and problem-solving skills Excellent oral, written and computer communication skills Understanding and application of Ajinomoto QMS policies, procedures, & job instructions Ability to use applicable software programs Must be willing to work overtime as needed Excellent networking skills and professional communication within the plant, within corporate, and with outside vendors.