Quality Assurance Technician
Company: Oakhouse Bakery
Location: Madison
Posted on: March 19, 2023
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Job Description:
General SummaryConduct product and line inspections and testing
to ensure safe, quality products are being produced.Perform lab
tests and enter results into database.Support Food Safety Programs,
efforts and QA Manager and department.Principal Duties and
Responsibilities- Collect ingredient samples for analysis, conduct
tests and report any results out of specification.- Enter results
of product evaluations and production checks into the computer
database, using Micro-soft Excel;analyze the data using charts,
graphs and statistics, report trends to the QA Manager.-Conduct
laboratory tests using equipment (but not limited to) like weigh
scales, measurement tools, pH meters,moisture meters, Near Infrared
Analyzer, and water activity meter. Clean and maintain laboratory
equipment.-Perform line process audits for conformance to Standard
Operating Procedure (SOP).-Conduct process audits and line checks
to ensure the manufacturing process conforms to
customerspecifications.-Examine and document line inspections for
compliance with standard operating procedures. (Verification
ofcorrect product, correct formulation, documentation of ingredient
lot numbers, verification of correct code date.)-Sample product,
learn how to prepare samples and conduct bake tests of our
products, and report a finishedproduct evaluation. (Learn the
procedure on how to "slack out" a frozen bagel for baking.)-Verify
production sheets are complete and accurate.-Assist in training
production employees on properly conducting tests or product
sampling.-Place non-conforming product on QA Hold.-Conduct Hazard
Analysis Critical Control line verifications.-Participate in plant
self-inspections auditing Good Manufacturing Practices.-Perform
scheduled scale, thermometer calibration, & chemical titration
checks.-Work in a safe manner.-Must be able to effectively
communicate issues and concerns regarding product quality or safety
to supervisorsthrough written and verbal communication.-Other
duties as assigned.Vision Requirements:Close vision; Distance
vision; Color vision;Peripheral vision; Depth perception; Ability
toadjust focus.How much noise is typical for the workenvironment of
this job?Loud (example - Earth moving equipment)Knowledge, Skills,
and AbilitiesIndicate the minimum qualifications which should be
required in filling a future vacancy of this position. Keep the
position in mind rather than the qualifications of the individuals
now occupying the positions. The qualification listed should be
essential to job performance.Education:-High School Diploma or
equivalent required.Experience:-Six (6) months bakery or factory
process control required.Special Knowledge, Abilities, Skills:-Able
to read, write and speak English.-Ability to communicate in Spanish
a plus.-Ability to demonstrate knowledge of the basic use of
computer software.-Data entry.-Ability to perform analytical
testing is also a plus.-Good observational skills a must.-Attention
to detail a must.-Competency in mathematics a must.You should be
proficient in:
Keywords: Oakhouse Bakery, Madison , Quality Assurance Technician, Professions , Madison, Wisconsin
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