Quality Technician

EK Computer Inc

Cleveland, OH

Pay: $20-$24/hr

Shift: Full time

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

 Performs tasks of medium complexity, this position requires the individual to be trained and

qualified to perform the job under the Food Safety Modernization Act.

 Performs assigned technical tasks/duties associated with department processes and

procedures.

 Process Control Quality Verification Checks during Scaling, Make-Up and Packaging Operation.

 Conduct GMP and Food Safety Self-Inspection.

 Compare test results and disseminate information as required.

 Follow recordkeeping procedures, entering records timely/promptly in the computer for all

reports: Hold, FM, Finished Product Evaluation, out-of-specification report, Environmental.

 Compare test results with current specifications and advice supervisory and production

personnel of problems and/or out-of-code situations. Make recommendations as to cause and

resolution of problem.

 Evaluate results and independently ensure accuracy before alerting supervisory and production

personnel.

 Follow proper inventory maintenance of necessary chemicals and equipment, make out orders

for timely replacement or repair.

 Work with production on solution to problems, including audit of quality performance by

operators.

 Maintain high standard of cleanliness and housekeeping in the QA work area.

 Perform special tests and projects related to the operation as required.

 Assists others in the organization on matters of a technical nature as required

 Provides technical and decision-making support and data in managing situations and issues

relative to quality and/or food safety as necessary

 Responsible for reporting any food safety, quality and legality issues to supervision.

 Performs other duties as assigned by management.

Qualifications:

 High school diploma or GED required; College degree preferred.

 Minimum 3 years related work experience.

 Basic computer skills and working knowledge of MS Office Suite – Excel, Word, Outlook

 Use of Scales, pH meter, moisture analyzer, thermometer calibrator,

 Basic math skills of addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, and percentages.

 Ability to interpret graphs and read measurements.

 Ability to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form.

 Basic microbial knowledge helpful.

Physical Environment:

 Lifting: Ability to lift and carry items weighing up to 50 pounds regularly.

 Standing: Ability to stand for extended periods during the work shift.

 Manual Dexterity: Ability to handle and operate controls, tools, and machinery.

 Mobility: Ability to move freely throughout the plant and work in a fast-paced environment.

Working Environment

 Environment: Industrial bakery setting with exposure to hot and cold temperatures, loud

machinery, and the smell of baked goods.

 Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP): Personal protective equipment (PPE) such as gloves,

hairnets, and safety glasses must be worn as required.

Pay: $20.00 - $24.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Experience:

• Quality Technician: 2 years (Required)
• Control Quality Packaging Operation.: 1 year (Required)
• GMP and Food Safety Self-Inspection: 1 year (Required)

Work Location: In person