We are looking for a QC (Quality Control Technician) to join our team in FreshPoint FreshCuts.
Reporting to the FSQA Manager, the QC Technician is responsible for monitoring critical control points in the food production process and ensure employees comply with GMP and Food Safety policies. This is an entry-level QC role in a food processing environment that is required to work on the production floor where the temperatures are between 0-5 degrees Celsius.

QUALIFICATIONS AND JOB REQUIREMENTS:

• Minimum 1-year experience working in a produce related environment with the ability to identify produce quality issues or in a food manufacturing environment
• Science/ Food Science/ Technology diploma, or degree, is required
• Knowledge & experience with HACCP, SOP’s, SSOP’s, and GMP’s
• Must be well organized and demonstrate effective time management skills.
• Experience or knowledge of Good Laboratory Practices (GLPs)
• Valid driver’s license may be required for sample delivery in company vehicle
• Will be regularly required to lift up to 30lbs and infrequently up to 50lbs, material handling equipment available for use.
• Can withstand cold temperatures for extended periods of time.
• Will need to be able to stand and walk for extended periods during the day.
• Intermediate proficiency in Microsoft Office including Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook

• Enforce the QA program through communication with production personnel.
• Problem solving & trouble shooting of product quality issues.
• Conduct inspections of raw & finished product – product assessments upon receiving and shipping.
• Collect product samples for microbiological testing, retention and Cut specification checks.
• Inspects in-bound produce as they arrive and requests credit from Vendors for any product that does not meet standards.
• Assist in checking and filing paperwork on all loads arriving with refer-unit alarms or temperature issues that receivers identify during the receiving process.
• Monitoring production staff and surroundings for GMP & HACCP compliance
• Data entry, record keeping & completion of QA forms.
• Conducting the start-up of all wash line systems
• Assist in investigating product quality, foreign matters, and food borne illness complaints.
• Conduct cut specifications and prepare KPI reports for specialized customers
• Responsible for compliance with all Policies and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) comprising FreshPoint’s Food Safety Program, specific for the assigned role.
• Any other food safety & quality control related job assigned by Food Safety Program Manager
• Complies with Sysco’s Food Safety Policy and procedures to ensure food safety, quality and legality requirements are met.
• Is willing to work safely with minimal environmental impact and understands the importance of reporting all hazards, incidents, and environmental spills immediately to their supervisor.
• Understands that they play an integral role in their own safety and that of their colleagues and is willing to speak out when hazards are present.
• Perform other duties as assigned.