QA Line Technician - 1st Shift Job Listing at Lassonde Pappas in Selah, WA (Job ID 3324)

Description

Join a Legacy of Quality and Innovation at Sun-Rype Products (USA), Inc.!

Since 1946, Sun-Rype has been providing families with delicious, wholesome juices and fruit snacks. As a progressive company committed to innovation and growth, we're proud of our long-standing reputation and excited for what's ahead.

Sun-Rype Products (USA), Inc., a wholly owned subsidiary of Sun-Rype Products Ltd. (B.C., Canada), is currently seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented Administrative Assistant to support our team in Selah, WA.

At Sun-Rype, we work together to deliver results, continually challenge ourselves to improve, and celebrate the success of our business as a team. Our collaborative, passionate culture is what truly sets us apart.

If you're an organized, proactive individual who thrives in a fast-paced environment we would encourage you to apply and join our team.

Position Summary: This position will conduct necessary testing throughout all facility production processes, maintaining the record of test results received. This position will enable Quality management to make in-process adjustments with the goal of achieving the required end product specification.

Responsibilities:

1. Inspection of raw fruit.
2. Operation and calibration of lab equipment.
3. Performance of tests on production lines, in-process product, and finished product.
4. Collection of samples in support of all relevant programs.
5. Communication of out-of-spec results to relevant stakeholders, implementation of corrective action.
6. Maintenance, organization, and sanitation of QA responsible areas, including but not limited to lab, throughout shift.
7. Creating and maintaining complete, accurate records of all testing performed.
8. Performance of sanitation inspections throughout the facility and on incoming tankers.
9. Pumping and flushing of juice to production lines.
10. Quality, GMP, and Food Safety auditing. Ensuring SOPs are adhered to.
11. Additional responsibilities as required.

Job Requirements:

The following requirements are those that are normally required for performance of the position.  Any disabled applicant or incumbent who does not meet one or more of the requirements, but who can perform the essential function of the job (with or without reasonable accommodations) shall be deemed to meet these requirements.

Position that back up this role during absence:

Quality Assurance Technician or Quality Assurance Lead

Role in Food Safety:

Inspection of Raw Fruit

Following GMP practices

Performance of sanitation inspections

A.  Physical Requirements:

This position requires the following physical demands up to 90% of the time:

• Must be able to lift and carry 25 pounds, 
• Must be able to stand for up to 8 hours during a shift minus breaks and lunch,
• Must be able to work in hot, humid and/or cold areas,
• Must have good hand-eye coordination.

B.  Non-Physical Requirements:

1. Education:  Associate's degree preferred.  High school diploma or GED required.

1. Experience:  One year experience in a juice processing and/or bottling environment preferred.

1. Special Skills:

• Able to work any shift, overtime and any or all days of the week in accordance with plant needs.
• Understanding of required analyses and proper use of lab equipment.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Superb organizational skills and attention to detail.
• A demonstrated commitment to continuous improvement.
• Personally invested in the success of the business.
• Motivated, focused and accountable for results.

1. Licensure, Registration, Certification:

• None required. 

1. External Relationships:

• None

1. Internal Relationships:

• The QA Lab Technician must interact and communicate effectively with all employees of the organization.        Effective communication is especially important with the shift supervisor.

1. Direct & Indirect Reports:

• There are no direct or indirect reports.