QA Tech at DECOPAC INC. – Fife, Washington

Primary Function: Conduct pre-operational inspections; in-process testing and sampling of every stage of the manufacturing process to ensure specifications are met. Ensure high quality of production process and finished product.

Schedule: Monday - Friday 9:00 AM to 5:30 PM

Responsibilities and Duties: This information is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. Team member may perform other duties as assigned.

Conduct pre-operational inspections and monitor sanitation proceduresConduct inspections throughout both plants on two-hour cycles to monitor production processes within required environmental controlsThoroughly documents inspection results in a timely manner and notifies supervisor(s) of all compliance concernsAudit and monitor the compliance to the GMP standards and record and report all deviations to the Quality Assurance ManagerMonitor pest control devices weeklyReport defective screen, machinery and materials to responsible partiesBe a part of the Food Safety Team to conduct monthly sanitation inspections at both plantsAssist with QA and Regulatory projects as needed

Qualifications:

1-2 years of Quality Control/Quality Assurance experience in a food manufacturing capacity preferred.General knowledge regarding food safety, GFSI, HAACP, AIB, FDA, Kosher, and Federal, State and local regulations governing food products is required. Certifications or training in any of the above desirable.Must possess knowledge of Quality Control practices and procedures within a manufacturing environment.Meticulous attention to detail; well organized and able to apply logic to a variety of situations to solve complex problems.Records maintenance skills.Color acuity necessary.Self-starter requires minimal directives. Proactive problem-solver.Strong interpersonal skills and a team attitude.

Physical Activities:

Requires mobility. Physical setting may be in office, plant, or warehouse. Requires telephone communication skills, basic math skills, basic reading and writing skills. Requires ability to see and distinguish fine differentiation in color, detail, and design. Office and manufacturing floor setting. Involves sitting, standing, walking, and communication abilities. The environment may be loud at times. May be subject to temperature changes. Use of standard office equipment.

All full time employees working an average of thirty (30) hours or more will be eligible to enroll in a comprehensive benefit package.

DecoPac, Inc. is committed to providing equal employment opportunity to all applicants and employees according to all applicable laws, directives and regulations of federal, state, and local governing bodies and agencies. In keeping with this commitment, DecoPac, Inc. will recruit, hire, train and promote persons in all job titles, without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex (including factors related to pregnancy or child birth), national origin, age, marital status, familial status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity status with regard to public assistance, employment status, local human rights commission activity, status as a protected veteran, genetic information, atypical hereditary cellular or blood trait, or any other protected category.