Quality Technician Level 1

Job Type : RegularThe Quality Technician I supports Agropur’s commitment to food safety and quality by monitoring and verifying production parameters in accordance with Quality programs. The Quality Technician I is responsible for ensuring organization standards and Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs) are followed to preserve integrity of the products while providing feedback for continuous improvements for the Quality System. Invest in you, Join Agropur. We dairy you! We are looking for a Quality Technician in Luxemburg, Wisconsin USA. The Quality Technician supports Agropur’s commitment to food safety and quality by monitoring and verifying production parameters in accordance with Quality programs. How Agropur Invests in YOU : Starting Rate : $23.93 / hour Hybrid Schedule : 7 AM to 7 PM three to four days a week, and every third weekend from 6 AM to 2 PM. Sunday Double Time Two pay increases in the first year up to $1.00 $1.50 Shift Differential Double Time on Sundays Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Short and Long-term Disability Insurance 401(k) with up to a 7% company match 3 Weeks PTO Paid holidays and 2 floating holidays Advancement Opportunities Tuition Reimbursement Healthy work / life balance What this role is about : Perform various testing including in-line sensory testing, in-line titratable acidity testing, in-line pH testing, equipment sponge swabbing, in-line production sampling, etc. Support adherence and continuous improvement of pre-requisite programs including GMP’s, training, calibration, pest management, cleaning / sanitation, environmental monitoring, and allergen control. Comply with the Hazard Analysis Critical Control Points (HACCP) program and help maintain the program in the production facility. Work with Production on the Quality Systems during manufacturing process and consult with production to resolve quality, production, and efficiency problems. Actively participate in sustaining all certifications that Agropur Ingredients holds including SQF, NFS, Kosher, Organic, Certified Gluten Free, and Halal. Follow through with changes to existing products in response to complaints, customer requests, or cost-saving activity. Calculate and review specifications on testing data and enter data into Quality Laboratory Information Management System. What you need to be a Quality Technician : High School Diploma or equivalent required. Associate’s Degree in Science, Food Science or Chemistry field preferred. Minimum one (1) year of production / food manufacturing experience preferred. Knowledge of quality assurance procedures and sampling requirements required. Exhibit a professional manner in dealing with others and work to maintain constructive working relationships. Where you’ll be working : Our Luxemburg, WI, plant is home to about 170 employees. This facility produces mozzarella and provolone cheese, as well as various whey streams. Luxemburg is located between Lake Michigan and Green Bay, WI. Luxemburg offers the benefits of small town living while only minutes from a multitude of entertainment options. Luxemburg has many outdoor activities to enjoy, including golf, tennis, hunting, fishing, snowmobiling and cross-country skiing. Visit the Luxemburg Chamber site http : / / luxemburgchamber.com for more information on local events. Agropur’s US operations produce 1 billion pounds of quality, award-winning cheese each year. We create more than 20 different varieties, and provide whey protein and dry ingredients which are by-products of the cheesemaking process. As one of the world’s largest dairy producers, Agropur partners with some of the most recognizable food, beverage and nutrition brands to help feed the world. Better Dairy. Better World. Agropurus.com Apply Today! Agropur welcomes people from all backgrounds and origins. We are proud to be an employer with a diverse community and are committed to providing a respectful and inclusive experience for all employees and applicants. We will work with candidates who request accommodation. Please note that an adequate knowledge of French is required for positions in Quebec. In this text, the use of the masculine gender to designate persons is intended only to lighten the text.