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SunOpta Companies, Inc. Quality Control Technician I third shift in Omak, Washington
Quality Control Technician I third shift Omak Facility, 1124 5th Avenue E, Omak, Washington, United States of America Req #1737 Thursday, July 18, 2024 SunOpta Overview: SunOpta (Nasdaq:STKL) (TSX:SOY) is an innovative and sustainable manufacturer fueling the future of food. With roots tracing back over 50 years, SunOpta drives growth for today's leading brands by serving as a trusted innovation partner and value-added manufacturer, crafting organic, plant-based beverages, fruit snacks, nutritional beverages, broths and tea products sold through retail, club, foodservice and e-commerce channels. Alongside the company's commitment to top brands, retailers and coffee shops, SunOpta also proudly produces its own brands, including SOWN, Dream, and West Life. For more information, visit SunOpta and LinkedIn. Job Title: Quality Control Technician I Classification: Hourly Department: Quality Assurance, Omak, WA Reports To: Quality Assurance Supervisor / Manager SunOpta Overview: SunOpta Inc. is a leader in the plant-based foods and beverages, fruit-based foods and beverages, and organic ingredient sourcing industries. SunOpta is focused on sustainability and specializes in the sourcing, processing, and packaging of organic, conventional, non-GMO food products. SunOpta is looking for talented individuals that demonstrate our most valued behaviors: Passion, Dedication, Speed, Entrepreneurship, Customer-Centricity, and Problem-Solver, to help create a brighter, healthier, and sustainable future of food! Job Summary: This position is responsible for ensuring company standards are met on each shift. The QA Technician works alongside production, logistics and maintenance staff to support the production of high quality, safe and legal product. Essential Functions of the Job: Perform pre-operation inspections at start of production. Verify cleaning and sanitation of production equipment. Perform line clearance and change-over inspections Collect samples at various stages of processing Verify Bar Code Scanner Monitor sample products at various stages of processing, including Brix, pH test and water activity. (Perform checks if needed) Monitor Batch Sheets, Upstream Product Testing, Flow rate sheet, Down Stream Product Testing, Display and Master Case Check, CCP for accuracy and completion. Examine finished products by sight, taste and weight to ensure conformance to company and legal standards. Monitor routine checks for product packaging quality, including date codes, film seal and palletizing formation. (Perform checks if needed) Set up and monitor challenge of metal detector and x-ray machines. (Perform checks if needed) Calibrate equipment daily, including pH meter, refractometer, water activity meter, and table scales. Enter data in the QC daily workbooks daily. Must adhere to all Good Manufacturing Practices and Safety Policies. Responsible for Food Safety and reporting any non-compliance issues to their immediate supervisor. Monitor Good Manufacturing Practices. Assist in training of new employees. Perform weekly verification of temperature in coolers and change out graph. Perform internal QC audits. Sign off on positive release of finished goods. Assist production where required Strong attention to detail, sense of urgency, and excellent verbal and written communication skills are required. Other duties as assigned. Supervisory Responsibilities: None Preferred Qualifications: Previous QC or manufacturing experience. Knowledge and Skills: Good verbal, written and multi-tasking skills. Ability to use critical thinking to plan and problem-solve. Work Environment/Physical Demands: Must be available to work rotating shifts: days, afternoons, nights. Must be available to w