Quality Assurance Technician at Califia Farms, LLC

Shafter, California, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

11 Feb, 26

Salary

26.0

Posted On

13 Nov, 25

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Quality Assurance, Food Safety, Laboratory Practices, GMP Standards, Root Cause Analysis, Communication, Analytical Skills, Attention to Detail, Documentation Practices, Computer Literacy, Team Collaboration, Data Analysis, Sanitation, Training Support, Productivity Monitoring, Testing Methods

Industry

Food & Beverages

Description

Overview The Quality Assurance Technician is responsible for executing corporate and plant specific Food Safety, Quality and Laboratory requirements. Responsibilities Maintain product quality by analyzing manufacturing and engineering requirements and devising testing methods and procedures; Establish product quality documentation by writing and implementing quality assurance procedure Interact with the leadership group, production team members, and maintenance departments to improve and maximize plant output, efficiency, quality and safety Manage Quality Control Program that ensures that product is inspected to meet acceptable safety quality standards Maintain and achieve internal quality targets and measurements; Ensure Production and other support areas of the plant are maintained to highest standards and in strict conformation to GMP standards Achieve quality targets and ensures accurate records of quality compliance; Ensures the cleanliness, sanitation and overall organization of manufacturing areas; Ensures consistency with quality standards, practices, and policies; Support change efforts at manufacturing plant to improve and enhance quality systems; Support training of quality procedures throughout the plant; Communicate with production regarding productivity status and discrepancy; Perform other duties assigned by Executive Management to support the department. Safeguards and maintains company equipment and property, including Personal Protection Equipment (PPE); Ensures all areas are kept clean at all times; Attends all company training sessions Performs other related duties as assigned. Qualifications Must read, write and communicate in English. Must be able to taste all foods with no aversions or allergies. Must follow GMP Policy - wear company issued shirt, hat, safety glasses, earplugs and hairnet in production areas. Able to work under pressure in a very fast paced environment Able to perform root cause analysis. Able to communicate and work well with people on all levels of the organization. Able to receive, analyze and report out information efficiently. Knowledge of Good Laboratory Practices (GLPs) – ability to follow laboratory SOPs. Knowledge of Good Documentation Practices (GDPs) - ability to keep proper records. Strong computer literacy – MS applications, databases. Strong verbal and written communication skills. Strong analytical skills - ability to analyze large amounts of data and determine deficiencies. Strong attention to detail and accuracy. 1-2 years – Experience in food or manufacturing preferred. This position is classified as Non-Exempt (eligible for overtime). The expected hourly rate for this position is between $21.00 – $26.00 per year based on a full-time schedule. Location, confirmed job-related skills and experience will be considered in setting the actual hourly rate. The Company is committed to providing equal opportunity for employees and applicants in all aspects of the employment relationship, without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, marital status, veteran status, disability, age, religion or any other classification protected by law The Company is committed to providing equal opportunity for employees and applicants in all aspects of the employment relationship, without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, marital status, veteran status, disability, age, religion or any other classification protected by law.

Responsibilities

The Quality Assurance Technician is responsible for maintaining product quality and managing the Quality Control Program to ensure compliance with safety and quality standards. This role involves interacting with various teams to improve plant output and efficiency while supporting training and documentation efforts.