Quality Assurance Lab Technician

Reports To: Quality Supervisor

Back-up Position: Quality Supervisor

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Follows all safety requirements, policies and reports any unsafe conditions to Supervisor/Management
Inspects and tests in-process and finished product to ensure they meet product specifications and customer requirements
Gathers and inputs quality test data in the system
Perform additional quality testing for COA for specified customers.
Uses basic knowledge of printing, laminating, slitting, and pouch making of flexible packaging films when inspecting for defects.
Has knowledge of quality test methods when inspecting production samples
Advises production personnel of quality problems.
Put on Hold non-conforming material, document the material hold, and ensure material is placed in the QA Hold Area
Communicates effectively with operators, leads, supervisors, and management regarding non-conforming material.
Work with cross-functional teams
Review press records and ensure proper documentation was provided
Ability to train other employees on quality assurance procedures and standards.
Follows and participates in plant-safe housekeeping guidelines to ensure a safe work environment
Follows Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP)
Follows and participates in the SQF and HACCP programs.
Assists other QA Techs as required to assure customer requirements are met
Back up to the Quality Assurance Supervisor
Be available to cover absences or work overtime within the department as requested by management.
Perform additional duties/tasks as assigned

SQF / Food Safety Responsibilities