Quality Assurance Associate at Highland Laboratories

Mount Angel, Oregon, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

27 Aug, 26

Salary

21.0

Posted On

29 May, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Quality Assurance, Quality Control, cGMP, Food Handling Regulations, Laboratory Equipment, Document Management, Auditing, Critical Thinking, Analytical Skills, Communication, Time Management, Microsoft Word, Spreadsheets, Email, Vendor Negotiation

Industry

Food Production

Description

Description This organization believes that each employee makes a significant contribution to our success. That contribution should not be limited by the assigned responsibilities. Therefore, this position description is designated to outline primary duties, qualifications, and job scope, but not limit the incumbent or the organization to just the work identified. It is our expectation that each employee will offer his/her services wherever and whenever necessary to ensure the success of our endeavors. Title: Quality Assurance Technician Department: Quality Control Reports To: Laboratory Manager Classification: Nonexempt Introduction Period: Up to 90 days Wage: 19.00 – 21.00 /hr. Position Summary: Responsible for performing quality checks on finished products prior to shipping, manufacturing and product lines. Develop internal specifications for finished products, raw materials, and packaging components. Essential Functions: Evaluates quality of finished products prior to shipping. Collects appropriate retained samples and maintains retained storage area. Verifies cleanliness and suitability of manufacturing and packaging lines. Analyzes materials prior to incorporation into products. Review labels for accuracy and compliance. Assist with Document Management. Audit Records. Maintains a safety conscious attitude. Maintain excellent attendance. Qualifications: Two years of experience working in a food manufacturing or other manufacturing facilities. Familiarity with State of Oregon Food Handling regulations. Familiarity with laboratory analytical equipment. Working understanding of current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP). Possess effective communication skills with both technical and non-technical personnel within team management environment. Ability to negotiate with outside vendors. Experience with personal computers (spreadsheet, Word, E-mail) and other PC or server applications. Requires ability to take and follow directions, time management skills, organizational development, and improvement. Critical thinking and analytical skills required to perform the essential job functions listed on this job description.

Responsibilities

Perform quality checks on finished products, raw materials, and packaging components prior to shipping. Verify the cleanliness of manufacturing lines and maintain retained samples and documentation.