QA Technician - Iowa

• Perform appropriate testing procedures on each batch of savory product mixed.
• Determine number of batches, print savory schedule and formulas
• Check each batch of savory product to ensure correct weights and record
• Check finished goods and material in process and record information
• Hold any product that does not fall within accepted limits.
• Rotate retained samples
• Test finished product between savory product change
• Check retained samples or returned products concerned in Customer complaints
• Perform batch checks when necessary
• Record mixing errors and any adjustments made to batches
• Record all checks and tests and file for future reference
• Edit Formulas.
• Print daily paperwork and photos for dessert floor
• Train new Technicians and Inspectors
• Monitor clean up on lines between product
• Adhere to all safety rules and regulations.
• Regular attendance on the job, dependability and reliability is required.
• Sense of ordinary care to prevent material losses or damages to product.
• Interact with other associates in a cooperative and cordial manner.
• Perform checks on film and case to ensure correct film and case print is being used, and record checks
• Monitor Dessert Floor and Savory Department for printing and packaging errors
• Answer phones.
• Pallet verifications
• Review all incoming films
• Clean dishes and the lab as needed.
• Work with R&D in Savannah on rework, test and special batch formulas
• Review Daily paperwork, enter data into computer.
• Evaluates out of spec product for rework percentages.
• Monitor all lab supplies.
• Weekly environmental swabbing
• Work with formula changes and substitutions of ingredients.
• Ability to perform QAD and Putty functions
• Support and participate in the Behavioral Safety Program.
• added duties as needed
• travel required up to 10% between buildings

Diversity & Inclusion:

Our commitment to a diverse and inclusive environment in which all employees are treated with respect is evident in our company culture and values. We believe that fostering an environment of inclusion and a focus on diversity across our organization is vital to attracting top talent, driving innovation, and meeting the high expectations of our customers in a rapidly evolving global marketplace.

Ventura Foods is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.

LANGUAGE SKILLS Must be able to speak English and write English and effectively communicate with fellow employees, supervisors, and Quality Control.