Quality Assurance Technician

International sugar refinery and distribution facility in Buffalo, NY looking for QA Technicians!!

12 hour shift 6pm-6am rotating days

Pay varies based on experience - Up to $22/hr to start

Please respond with resume for immediate consideration!!

JOB DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

-Perform routine analysis on raw materials, in process and final products to ensure that finished products meet required specifications prior to releasing shipments

-Conduct product release procedures and generate Certificates of Analysis

-Perform calibration of lab equipment

-Perform plant wide monitoring activities to ensure compliance with good manufacturing practices, safety, food safety and quality assurance practices

-Maintain proper documentation in all formats of record keeping in a legible manner

-Report concise and professional communication in all forms; verbal, written and electronically

QUALIFICATIONS:

-A science-related 4-year degree or equivalent experience in Food Quality Assurance/ Food Safety is preferred.

-Minimum of 1 year experience at plant level QA is preferred

-Formal HACCP, BRC/SQF Training, FSMA/FSVP/PCQI Training is preferred

-Good knowledge of Current Good Manufacturing Practices, 21 CFR Part 117, understanding of all applicable regulatory requirements (Federal, State, Local)

-Good understanding of quality testing within the food and beverage industry, including analytical, microbiological, and sensory evaluation. Must possess a basic knowledge of chemical and microbiological analysis and basic math.

-Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment, define problems, collect data, establish facts, draw valid conclusions, and make effective decisions

-Ability to adapt to changing organizational and operational needs

-Able to handle multiple tasks simultaneously

-Skill in organization and prioritization, attention to detail

-Strong team player and leader by example

-Must be able to communicate ideas verbally and in writing, be a self-starter and handle challenging situations

-Must possess a working knowledge of computers and business software such as Microsoft Office

-Experience in the sugar or sweeteners industry is preferred but not mandatory