Quality assurance technician job description

The Kraft Heinz Company is one of the largest food and beverage companies in the world, with eight $1 billion+ brands and global sales of approximately $25 billion. We're a globally trusted producer of high-quality, great-tasting, and nutritious foods for over 150 years. Our brands are truly global, with products produced and marketed in over 40 countries. These beloved products include condiments and sauces, cheese and dairy, meals, meats, refreshment beverages, coffee, infant and nutrition products, and numerous other grocery products in a portfolio of more than 200 legacy and emerging brands.

No matter the brand, we're united under one vision: To sustainably grow by delighting more consumers globally . Bringing this vision to life is our team of 39,000+ food lovers, creative thinkers, and high performers worldwide. Together, we help provide meals to those in need through our global partnership with Rise Against Hunger. We also stand committed to responsible, sustainable practices that extend to every facet of our business, our consumers, and our communities. Every day, we're transforming the food industry with bold thinking and unprecedented results. If you share our passion - and are ready to create the future, build a legacy, and lead as a global citizen - there's only one thing to do: join our table and let's make life delicious!

Our Culture of Ownership, Meritocracy & Collaboration

We're not afraid to think differently. Embrace new ideas. Dream big. We empower our people at every level - from entry-level intern to senior leader - to own their work. We share a responsibility to think like Owners - to be mindful of the collective and sustained success of Kraft Heinz - which we apply to every situation, every day. As part of Kraft Heinz, you're supported to grow and achieve. You're expected to bring your authentic self to work every day, to lead with humility, and drive outstanding performance at every level - and you'll be rewarded. You're given opportunities to leave a mark and build a legacy. But you won't do it alone. You're supported by passionate teammates along the way, and our collective, collaborative spirit fuels our incredible progress.

Job Description QA Line Technician Woodstock Plant Benefits & Compensation Overview:

• Starting Pay: $25.25/hour
• 11 Paid Holidays per Year
• Health/Dental/Vision Benefits provided by the Union

Work Schedule: 2nd Shift (M-F 3:30 PM - 12:00 AM)

• Daily overtime
• Occasionally Weekend Overtime

Plant & Community Overview:

Plant Overview:

• Union plant employing about 245 employees across 3 shifts
• Kraft Heinz Claussen Pickles is the only manufacturing location in the world that produces Claussen brand pickles. Founded in 1870 by CF Claussen & Sons.
• Kraft-Heinz Claussen Pickles is committed to providing a safe and healthy workplace for all of our employees, while also meeting our obligations to preserve the environment.

Community Overview:

• Kraft Heinz Claussen Pickles Plant is located in Woodstock, IL; and it is an integral part of the Woodstock community

PRINCIPAL ACCOUNTABILITIES :

1. Presentation :

Represents and projects the Quality Department in a positive manner.

Represents the department in various meetings within the plant (i.e. daily level 2 meeting.)

2. Leadership/Teamwork:

Must be self-motivated and be able to work without close supervision.

Maintain a consistent, high awareness, and importance on safety. Lead by example.

Perform monthly safety scans and takes initiative in corrective action.

Must perform quality audits.

Work Professionally/respectfully with employees.

Must know, understand, and support all plant policies.

Must regularly communicate with production employees, supervisors, quality coordinators, brine maker, and Quality Management in performing duties and solving problems.

3. Training :

Assist in training and communication to employees on quality issues/procedures.

Must complete training as assigned in areas of quality and safety.

4. Organizational/Communication/Clerical Skills :

Must perform computer skills including accessing procedures & forms, sending email, formatting of spreadsheets, and data entry.

The candidate will be trained in SAP.

5. Technical Quality :

Must operate Lab Equipment and use chemicals safely.

Must conduct quality tests as assigned.

Must collect and prepare samples for analysis and correctly document results of testing.

Must prepare chemical solutions used in lab tests.

Understand and follow quality policies and procedures. Know how to find quality standards when questions arise.

Read, understand, and follow product specifications.

Properly respond to all quality hold situations.

Assure all Processes/HACCP checks are done correctly and timely during Production Quality audits.

Resample and retain unacceptable product and assist in rework.

Perform all other duties assigned by management.

6. Sanitation:

Perform basic sanitation duties in the lab.

SCHEDULED WORKING HOURS

Most of the working hours will be performed on scheduled for 2nd shift but must be able to work 1st shift in the event coverage is needed for vacation, illness, etc. Start time on 2nd shift may be adjusted to begin at 2:00 pm.

Initially training will take place on 1st shift.

Be available to work overtime as needed. (i.e., weekend production)

Location(s) Woodstock Plant Kraft Heinz is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Underrepresented Ethnic Minority Groups/Women/Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity and other protected classes. In order to ensure reasonable accommodation for protected individuals, applicants that require accommodation in the job application process may contact for assistance.

Quality Assurance Technician FULL-TIME
$20.50/hr
The quality assurance/ quality control pre-op technician will focus on equipment inspection prior to start of operation so the production areas can be released to production. Is also responsible for implementing the company s quality programs. The tech will be responsible to conduct QA audits within the manufacturing facility and ensure GMPs, SOPs, SSOPs, CCP and Gold Standard compliance. Evaluates finished goods to ensure strict adherence to internal and customer specifications regarding quality and safety. Responsible for monitoring all processes within the operation such as receiving, cooking, mixing, assembling, packaging, labeling and shipping for adherence to internal and regulatory requirements. Maintains and reviews documents for HACCP, FDA and USDA compliance. Responsible for certain CCP s.
Perform pre-operational and operational inspections of equipment, employees and processes using sensory (visual) and instrumental methods.
Inspects quality and temperature of incoming ingredients including packaging materials.
Analyze and document analysis of materials used in manufacturing.
Monitor, record, and verify HACCP documents.
Perform GMP, SSOP audits and establish corrective actions and preventive measures.
Conduct and facilitate daily safety and quality audit check lists
Perform temperature measurement and monitoring inside manufacturing rooms as well as storage areas.
Support the QA/QC department and production operations to maintain high standards of quality including the execution on the production lines of the company s Gold Standard Process.
Place and remove products from hold and update the hold log as required.
Maintain accurate and up to date records
Conduct package quality inspection and isolate the product that does not meet standards including bagger leak checks.
Ensure Quality and Food Safety by adhering to the company s Food Safety and Quality System Procedures
Performs or assists with additional duties as assigned by QA Lead/Supervisor and/or management
Responsible for the produce wash water CCP and its implementation in compliance with corporate policy. A QA Technician will spend about 2% of their day handling undiluted chemicals with proper Personal Protective Equipment provided. The tech will spend 25% of their day handling diluted chemicals.
Responsible for operating and overseeing the metal detection as a CCP in compliance with corporate policy.
Interacts with regulatory agencies such as USDA as needed especially when dealing with non-compliance issues at the time of pre-op.
SEA-03 WS-03

Schedule


Shift start: Based on route
Shift length: 8 hours
Must be available weekends


Benefits


Health, dental, vision insurance - available after 60 days Paid time off 401(k) plan


Qualifications


Can lift 20 lbs Must be at least 18+ years old
Must be able to work in cold temperatures Must not be food allergen sensitive Ability to quickly learn and comply with all safety, quality, and manufacturing policies and procedures Must be available to work any/all shifts, holidays, weekends and overtime on occasion if business needs change Experience in Quality Assurance or 1-2 years experience in food processing a plus Must not be food allergen sensitive Demonstrated analytical and technical capabilities, leadership skills, and good communication skills, including written, electronic, and verbal


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Must know company standards and all customers' requirements to accurately file test reports and complete documentation. Be familiar with various measurement devices; must be able to read blueprints.
Reporting:

Quality Inspection Technician reports to the Quality Manager


Position Responsibilities:

• Perform final inspection and acceptance of completed products to assure compliance with company standards and customer requirements
• Verify that all processes have been completed and are correct
• Assure that test reports and related documentation are completed and correct
• Pre-testing product for performance before Final Assembly
• Dimensional and visual inspection using blueprints, product data inspection sheets, various measurement devices, overlays or special gauging of all characteristics of the part
• Inspection and receiving of raw materials, maintaining test data records, verify box tickets to the mill order for correct part numbers, mill order numbers and wire certification
• Assure compliance to ISO / IATF 16949 requirements
• Support the Quality function areas when required
• Able to communicate with other employees well and work as a member of a self-directed team
• Perform other related duties as assigned or requested by management


Qualifications:

• Must be proficient in the use of personal computers and office software, including but not limited to: fax machines, copiers, E-mail, MS Excel and Word
• Ability to prioritize work and require only moderate supervision
• Must have working English communication capability including verbal, written, and reading
• Must have working math capability as related to basic measurement applications
• Must be able to maintain accurate records
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Education and Experience
:
- High school or trade school diploma
- An equivalent combination of work experience and education may be considered
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Preferred Education:

- Ability to complete the Measurements Skills Training Program modules 1-4 or similar training necessary
- Working knowledge of blueprint reading
- Setup and measurement with various hand held gauges including but not limited to: micrometers, calipers, gauge pins, intermics, tri-rolls, and micro-finish comparators