Overview
Des Plaines - Bldg 1 & 2, 1938 S Wolf Road, Des Plaines, Illinois, United States of America
Job Description
What We Want to Give You :
- health / dental / vision insurance
- flex spending accounts
- short & long-term disability
- paid holidays and vacation
- bonus opportunities (referral, production, etc.)
Job Summary : Enforce that all elements of food safety within the Quality Monitoring Scheme are being met. Share any discrepancies with the QMS to their Supervisor or Quality Manager. These discrepancies are but not limited to HACCP programs, Allergen programs, Sanitation procedures, GMP findings, Foreign Material findings, and HOLD procedures. Ensure that all regulatory, customer, and company quality initiatives are being met and maintained.
Responsibilities
Perform Quality checks on production lines in a timely and accurate fashion every hour per line. (Will frequently be responsible for 3 lines at any given time).Ensure that product being produced meets all legal and customer requirements as outlined in the Bluebook for each product.Complete paperwork in a timely and accurate fashion each day.Maintain instrumentation and equipment in good condition and stored appropriately.Label, store, and organize samples and product retentions.Follow Hold Procedures for all non-conforming materials or product.Perform HACCP and Preventive Controls checks / tasks as needed.Assist in test runs and new product trials as needed.Perform other audits or inspections as required.Other tasks or duties as required by supervisor.Meet or exceed customer expectations.Maintain a clean and organized work area.Sustain plants 5-S efforts.Keep all information pertaining to our operations (products, customers, production details, etc.) confidential.Qualifications
Required Competencies & Knowledge :
Education RequirementsRequired – High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent.Experience RequirementsRequired – 3 months of as a Quality Assurance Technician.Preferred – 1 year of experience as a Quality Assurance Technician or other technical department.
Skills, Knowledge, and Ability RequirementsMust have good attention to detail and be able to spot defects on fast-moving production lines.Must be able to gain a basic understanding of how different machinery operates as it relates to the quality of the product and adjustments that need to be made to correct certain conditions.Must be able to maintain good interpersonal communications with co-workers, employees from other departments, and superiors.Physical & Mental Requirements
Physical Requirements :
Body Positions - Sitting, Standing, Kneeling, CrouchingBody Movements - Walking, bending arms, wrists, and fingers; twisting / turning of head, shoulders, and torso.Must have ability to lift 40 pounds occasionally and stand or sit for lengthy durations.Mental Requirements :
Mathematics – Must be able to perform simple mathematical calculations and be able to work with fractions / ratios and percentages.Language - Must be able to communicate in English both verbally and in writing and interface with customers, vendors and employees. Must be able to read and comprehend English. Ability to speak, read, write, and comprehend Spanish is a plus.Must be able to perform basic tasks on a computer using Microsoft Office and other software packages as needed.Working Conditions
Work will be done in both climate controlled and non-climate controlled, production areas of the facility.
Measures of Performance
Able to interpret results and reach basic conclusions regarding product quality.Able to functionally assist in mock product recalls and comprehend the steps associated with this process.Willingness to work as a team member and help out where needed to ensure maximum process efficiencyWillingness to maintain a positive and productive relationship with co-workers, production, management and others with whom the position may have contact with.Safety Requirements
Hearthside's number one priority is keeping our employees and visitors safe. Therefore, all employees are required to :
Follow all current and future safety policies, at all times.Participate in all safety training and pass written exams.Wear all required PPE.Report all accident / incidents immediately to the proper person.Provide post-accident drug screen.Starting Pay : Quality Technician I $19.50hr, a shift differential is offered for 2nd and 3rd shift opportunities. Individual base pay depends on work location and additional factors such as experience, job-related skills, and relevant education or training. The position is eligible for a discretionary annual incentive based on company and individual performance. We offer a comprehensive benefits package for full-time employees including health, dental, 401k and wellness benefits beginning on the 90th day of employment. This information is provided per the relevant state and local pay transparency laws for the location in which this position will be performed. Base pay information is based on market location.
Sponsorship for work authorization is not available for this position. It is the candidate's responsibility to ensure they are legally authorized to work in the location to which they apply.
Maker's Pride is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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