Amy's Kitchen
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES (Other duties may be assigned)
Conduct pre-operational visual inspections of equipment and areas.
Perform Indicator, Microbiological and Allergen sampling of equipment.
Maintenance of documents and records (QC records, testing and results records, equipment monitoring, verification/validation records).
Immediately reports out-of-spec results and operating conditions to the responsible department.
Identify differences from expectations/standards and communicates according to written procedure.
Prepare and maintain forms and formatting, both electronic and paper, use in Sanitation applications which identify required testing and expected results. Assists in preparing corrective action suggestions for instances when targets are not achieved.
Data Entry of information into the data systems. Ensures entries are correctly completed within the defined timeline.
Initiate RCA/CAPA process to responsible departments for out of specification findings.
Assist with solutions to problems encountered.
Track and trend of results.
Assist with environmental monitoring, new equipment verifications, and cleaning validations.
Work closely with Quality departments and Supervisor to assist with special projects.
Monitor Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs) of all individuals in the plant and warehouse. Advises infractions to supervisor.
Collaborate with Operations, Maintenance, Warehouse and Food Safety & Sensory to facilitate investigations, Root Cause Analysis, Corrective Action Preventative Action, and problem solving for incidents and non-conformances.
Responsible for reporting daily on pre-op results and RCAs at the tier board
Assist with training of various plant staff.
Monitor lab equipment and confirm appropriate conditions for operation during use.
Perform other duties as assigned.
It is the responsibility of all employees to uphold the mission of the Amy’s Food Safety and Quality Policy. This includes following all Food Safety and Sustainability programs and participating in all required training.
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES
This job has no supervisory responsibilities. QUALIFICATIONS
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE
Required: High school diploma or general education degree (GED). Preferred: AA, preferably with strength in math or science OR one to two years related experience and/or training OR equivalent combination of education and experience. SKILLS
Must pass a written proficiency test Detail oriented Computer literate (Excel, Word, Data Entry programs, Smartsheet) Reliable/Dependable Ability to work independently or with minimal supervision LANGUAGE SKILLS
Ability to read, analyze and interpret technical procedures. Ability to write reports and correspondence. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from management. MATHEMATICAL SKILLS
Ability to apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry: Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as percentages, rate, ratio by a predefined variable. Draw and interpret bar & line graphs and pie charts. REASONING ABILITY
Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form. Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations. CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS
None. PHYSICAL DEMANDS
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; talk or hear; and taste or smell. The employee is occasionally required to sit. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus. WORK ENVIRONMENT
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions, cold (coolers and freezers) and hot (processing equipment) conditions and moving mechanical parts. The noise level in the work environment is usually loud. TRAVEL
Estimated travel will be infrequent. Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.
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This job has no supervisory responsibilities. QUALIFICATIONS
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE
Required: High school diploma or general education degree (GED). Preferred: AA, preferably with strength in math or science OR one to two years related experience and/or training OR equivalent combination of education and experience. SKILLS
Must pass a written proficiency test Detail oriented Computer literate (Excel, Word, Data Entry programs, Smartsheet) Reliable/Dependable Ability to work independently or with minimal supervision LANGUAGE SKILLS
Ability to read, analyze and interpret technical procedures. Ability to write reports and correspondence. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from management. MATHEMATICAL SKILLS
Ability to apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry: Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as percentages, rate, ratio by a predefined variable. Draw and interpret bar & line graphs and pie charts. REASONING ABILITY
Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form. Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations. CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS
None. PHYSICAL DEMANDS
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; talk or hear; and taste or smell. The employee is occasionally required to sit. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus. WORK ENVIRONMENT
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions, cold (coolers and freezers) and hot (processing equipment) conditions and moving mechanical parts. The noise level in the work environment is usually loud. TRAVEL
Estimated travel will be infrequent. Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.
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