Iberia Foods
Description
Quality Assurance Technician (PM Shift)
Full-Time, Non-exempt, Milton, NY, On-site
Shift: Monday – Friday, 2:30 pm - 12:30 am; Saturday, 12:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Union position: Yes
Compensation: $20.00 per hour, commensurate with experience.
Position Summary Supports the Quality Assurance Department by ensuring all products meet company, customer, regulatory, and food safety requirements. Performs quality checks on production lines and in the laboratory, maintains quality documentation, supports audits, and assists with laboratory systems, equipment, and administrative functions.
Primary Duties & Responsibilities
Quality & Laboratory Operations
Perform all pre-start, in-process, and finished goods quality checks to meet product specifications.
Conduct laboratory and line tests: Brix, CO2, total acidity, seam checks, enamel tests, water checks, calibrations, and other required analyses.
Monitor product quality parameters continuously and stop production when specifications are not met.
Adjust quality parameters when appropriate to bring products back into specification.
Place product on hold, conduct verification testing, perform root cause analysis, and document corrective actions.
Verify and approve batches; communicate necessary adjustments to the Bulk Department.
Support daily lab functions including equipment calibration, sanitation inspections, wastewater monitoring, and recordkeeping.
Use sensory evaluation (sight, taste, smell) to assess product color, clarity, flavor, and detect off-tastes.
Verify label artwork, graphics, color shades, and tint accuracy.
Production Line Support
Ensure production lines and laboratory are ready for daily startup.
Operate and troubleshoot can, bottle, and case coding equipment.
Follow all company policies, GMPs, SOPs, and customer quality requirements to prevent product defects.
Communicate quality issues and coordinate activities with the QA Lead and production teams.
Quality Systems, Documentation & Compliance
Generate, revise, review, and maintain quality documentation: SOPs, protocols, reports, change controls, action plans, and procedures.
Support document control programs and ensure accurate, timely filing of QA logs and records.
Assist in maintaining plant audit-ready status for corporate, government, and third-party audits.
Participate in food safety and quality audits, chemical training, and quality improvement initiatives.
Ensure established Quality, Laboratory Testing, and Document Control KPIs are met.
Laboratory Systems & Administrative Support
Support administration, maintenance, and validation status of laboratory computer systems, software, and applications.
Assist with hardware/software upgrades and integration of third-party applications.
Analyze laboratory needs and provide recommendations based on best industry practices.
Organize and maintain QA files, purge outdated records, and create new filing systems as needed.
Provide administrative support: data compilation, report preparation, calendar management, correspondence, and data entry.
Conduct and document periodic inventory of laboratory and QA supplies.
Support the QA Manager and department as needed.
Continuous Improvement & Team Support
Participate in continuous improvement initiatives and quality-related projects.
Support the plant Quality Program through corrective action verification and effectiveness checks.
Work collaboratively within a team environment while being self-motivated and capable of independent work.
Perform additional duties as assigned by QA leadership.
Position Requirements
Qualifications & Experience
High School Diploma or GED required; Associate Degree in Chemistry, Biology, or Laboratory Science preferred.
2–3 years of experience in a food manufacturing or laboratory testing environment.
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Full-Time, Non-exempt, Milton, NY, On-site
Shift: Monday – Friday, 2:30 pm - 12:30 am; Saturday, 12:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Union position: Yes
Compensation: $20.00 per hour, commensurate with experience.
Position Summary Supports the Quality Assurance Department by ensuring all products meet company, customer, regulatory, and food safety requirements. Performs quality checks on production lines and in the laboratory, maintains quality documentation, supports audits, and assists with laboratory systems, equipment, and administrative functions.
Primary Duties & Responsibilities
Quality & Laboratory Operations
Perform all pre-start, in-process, and finished goods quality checks to meet product specifications.
Conduct laboratory and line tests: Brix, CO2, total acidity, seam checks, enamel tests, water checks, calibrations, and other required analyses.
Monitor product quality parameters continuously and stop production when specifications are not met.
Adjust quality parameters when appropriate to bring products back into specification.
Place product on hold, conduct verification testing, perform root cause analysis, and document corrective actions.
Verify and approve batches; communicate necessary adjustments to the Bulk Department.
Support daily lab functions including equipment calibration, sanitation inspections, wastewater monitoring, and recordkeeping.
Use sensory evaluation (sight, taste, smell) to assess product color, clarity, flavor, and detect off-tastes.
Verify label artwork, graphics, color shades, and tint accuracy.
Production Line Support
Ensure production lines and laboratory are ready for daily startup.
Operate and troubleshoot can, bottle, and case coding equipment.
Follow all company policies, GMPs, SOPs, and customer quality requirements to prevent product defects.
Communicate quality issues and coordinate activities with the QA Lead and production teams.
Quality Systems, Documentation & Compliance
Generate, revise, review, and maintain quality documentation: SOPs, protocols, reports, change controls, action plans, and procedures.
Support document control programs and ensure accurate, timely filing of QA logs and records.
Assist in maintaining plant audit-ready status for corporate, government, and third-party audits.
Participate in food safety and quality audits, chemical training, and quality improvement initiatives.
Ensure established Quality, Laboratory Testing, and Document Control KPIs are met.
Laboratory Systems & Administrative Support
Support administration, maintenance, and validation status of laboratory computer systems, software, and applications.
Assist with hardware/software upgrades and integration of third-party applications.
Analyze laboratory needs and provide recommendations based on best industry practices.
Organize and maintain QA files, purge outdated records, and create new filing systems as needed.
Provide administrative support: data compilation, report preparation, calendar management, correspondence, and data entry.
Conduct and document periodic inventory of laboratory and QA supplies.
Support the QA Manager and department as needed.
Continuous Improvement & Team Support
Participate in continuous improvement initiatives and quality-related projects.
Support the plant Quality Program through corrective action verification and effectiveness checks.
Work collaboratively within a team environment while being self-motivated and capable of independent work.
Perform additional duties as assigned by QA leadership.
Position Requirements
Qualifications & Experience
High School Diploma or GED required; Associate Degree in Chemistry, Biology, or Laboratory Science preferred.
2–3 years of experience in a food manufacturing or laboratory testing environment.
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