Top Tier Ingredients, LLC
Quality Assurance Technician
Top Tier Ingredients, LLC, California, Missouri, United States, 65018
Job Details
Job Location:
Top Tier Ingredients LLC - Hancock, WI 54943
Position Type:
Full Time
Salary Range:
$21.50 - $23.00 Hourly
Job Shift:
Nights (5 pm to 5 am)
Quality Assurance Technician The Quality Assurance Technician's role ensures that safe and quality food ingredients are produced by performing quality control tests and other tasks in accordance with Top Tier Ingredients's Quality Assurance Standards.
Core Responsibilities
Sample Collection & Testing:
Retrieve, test, and record quality control samples of raw materials, in-process items, and finished goods to ensure all products meet Top-Tier’s quality standards and customer requirements.
Batch Record Verification:
Review ingredient batch records to confirm correct ingredients, materials, and formulations are used in compliance with production specifications.
In-Process Quality Checks:
Conduct and document Critical Control Point (CCP) and Critical Processing Check (CPC) verifications at various production stages such as cooking, blending, and packaging.
Sanitation Verification
Pre-operational Inspections:
Perform pre-operational inspections to verify that all equipment, food-contact surfaces, utensils, and production areas are properly cleaned and sanitized before production begins. Identify and report sanitation deficiencies.
In-Process Sanitation Checks:
Conduct in-process sanitation checks to ensure continued compliance with hygiene standards during production, including monitoring personnel practices (e.g., glove changes, handwashing) and equipment cleanliness.
Environmental Monitoring Support:
Support environmental monitoring activities as needed.
Other Responsibilities
Deviation Reporting:
Document and report any deviations, process abnormalities, or product non-conformances in accordance with SOPs and Top-Tier policies.
GMP Compliance:
Monitor and enforce Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs) across all departments; coach and support team members to maintain hygiene and food safety compliance.
R&D Trial Support:
Accurately record process parameters and observations during Research & Development (R&D) production runs to support formulation trials and process validation.
Workplace Safety:
Maintain a clean and safe working environment. Report safety concerns and take proper action regarding any unsafe equipment, processes, or behaviors.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
High school diploma or GED required.
Familiarity with food safety systems such as HACCP, GMPs, SSOPs, SQF, and SPC (Statistical Process Control).
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision while maintaining accuracy and accountability.
Supports and participates in Continuous Improvement initiatives.
Strong attention to detail with accurate data entry skills and proficiency in Microsoft Office and digital quality systems.
Perform basic to intermediate math calculations related to weight verification and ingredient batching.
Strong verbal and written communication skills in English.
Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced, team-oriented production environment.
Education & Experience
1 year of experience in a food manufacturing environment.
6-12 months of experience in quality control in a food processing environment is preferred.
Physical Requirements
Ability to climb stairs/ladders, walk on catwalks, and navigate around plant equipment.
Capable of lifting up to 25 lbs – 55lbs regularly and up to 100 lbs occasionally.
Able to work in humid, warm environmental conditions.
Must be able to clearly understand and communicate instructions in verbal and written English.
Must be 18 years or older at time of hire.
Work Schedule
Work schedule can vary depending on time of year and product demand. One can generally expect 36 to 50 hours, over 3-4 days per week.
Hours: 5pm to 5am (12 Hour Shift) 2-2-3.
Compensation
Wage: $21.50 to $23.00 per hour.
About Top Tier Ingredients LLC With Top Tier Ingredients, LLC you will work as part of a high-performing food manufacturing organization where team members collaborate to get the job done and challenge the status quo to find a better way. We highly value hard work, achievement, and reliability and reward people accordingly.
This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required for this position. Duties, activities, and responsibilities may change, or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice. Top Tier Ingredients, LLC provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
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Top Tier Ingredients LLC - Hancock, WI 54943
Position Type:
Full Time
Salary Range:
$21.50 - $23.00 Hourly
Job Shift:
Nights (5 pm to 5 am)
Quality Assurance Technician The Quality Assurance Technician's role ensures that safe and quality food ingredients are produced by performing quality control tests and other tasks in accordance with Top Tier Ingredients's Quality Assurance Standards.
Core Responsibilities
Sample Collection & Testing:
Retrieve, test, and record quality control samples of raw materials, in-process items, and finished goods to ensure all products meet Top-Tier’s quality standards and customer requirements.
Batch Record Verification:
Review ingredient batch records to confirm correct ingredients, materials, and formulations are used in compliance with production specifications.
In-Process Quality Checks:
Conduct and document Critical Control Point (CCP) and Critical Processing Check (CPC) verifications at various production stages such as cooking, blending, and packaging.
Sanitation Verification
Pre-operational Inspections:
Perform pre-operational inspections to verify that all equipment, food-contact surfaces, utensils, and production areas are properly cleaned and sanitized before production begins. Identify and report sanitation deficiencies.
In-Process Sanitation Checks:
Conduct in-process sanitation checks to ensure continued compliance with hygiene standards during production, including monitoring personnel practices (e.g., glove changes, handwashing) and equipment cleanliness.
Environmental Monitoring Support:
Support environmental monitoring activities as needed.
Other Responsibilities
Deviation Reporting:
Document and report any deviations, process abnormalities, or product non-conformances in accordance with SOPs and Top-Tier policies.
GMP Compliance:
Monitor and enforce Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs) across all departments; coach and support team members to maintain hygiene and food safety compliance.
R&D Trial Support:
Accurately record process parameters and observations during Research & Development (R&D) production runs to support formulation trials and process validation.
Workplace Safety:
Maintain a clean and safe working environment. Report safety concerns and take proper action regarding any unsafe equipment, processes, or behaviors.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
High school diploma or GED required.
Familiarity with food safety systems such as HACCP, GMPs, SSOPs, SQF, and SPC (Statistical Process Control).
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision while maintaining accuracy and accountability.
Supports and participates in Continuous Improvement initiatives.
Strong attention to detail with accurate data entry skills and proficiency in Microsoft Office and digital quality systems.
Perform basic to intermediate math calculations related to weight verification and ingredient batching.
Strong verbal and written communication skills in English.
Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced, team-oriented production environment.
Education & Experience
1 year of experience in a food manufacturing environment.
6-12 months of experience in quality control in a food processing environment is preferred.
Physical Requirements
Ability to climb stairs/ladders, walk on catwalks, and navigate around plant equipment.
Capable of lifting up to 25 lbs – 55lbs regularly and up to 100 lbs occasionally.
Able to work in humid, warm environmental conditions.
Must be able to clearly understand and communicate instructions in verbal and written English.
Must be 18 years or older at time of hire.
Work Schedule
Work schedule can vary depending on time of year and product demand. One can generally expect 36 to 50 hours, over 3-4 days per week.
Hours: 5pm to 5am (12 Hour Shift) 2-2-3.
Compensation
Wage: $21.50 to $23.00 per hour.
About Top Tier Ingredients LLC With Top Tier Ingredients, LLC you will work as part of a high-performing food manufacturing organization where team members collaborate to get the job done and challenge the status quo to find a better way. We highly value hard work, achievement, and reliability and reward people accordingly.
This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required for this position. Duties, activities, and responsibilities may change, or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice. Top Tier Ingredients, LLC provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
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