Quality Assurance Technician - 3rd Shift STELLA & CHEWY'S LLC - Oak Creek, WI 53154 Description: Summary Under the general direction of and reporting to the Quality Manager, the Quality Assurance Technician is responsible for assuring that safe, quality pet foods are produced by performing all quality control tests and tasks in accordance with Stella & Chewys expectations. The QA Tech is responsible for performing prescribed tests, recording test results, taking appropriate actions when production and/or quality issues arise, and maintaining an accurate log of daily activities. The QA Tech must also work with other departments and management with quality issues, and be knowledgeable on Stella & Chewys products, texture, color and ingredients. Essential Duties and Responsibilities This list of duties and responsibilities is not all inclusive and may be expanded to include other duties and responsibilities, as management may deem necessary from time to time. * Monitor Good Manufacturing practices in production areas * Hourly and/or Daily line checks for HACCP and various quality specifications * Hourly performance of metal detector tests * Daily monitoring of room temperatures as part of process controls * Ensures food safety standards are maintained in production, warehousing, and shipping areas * Monitors the effectiveness of daily and scheduled plant sanitation through environmental and product surface swabbing * Pre-op Sanitation Inspection * Ensures raw materials, manufacturing recipes, work in process products and finished products meet established formulations and specifications * Collect samples for micro testing * Maintain retain program through sample collection * Perform required moisture testing for freeze dried products * Abiding by all safety rules and safety regulations as set by Stella & Chewys. * Following all aspects of the Lock Out Tag Out (LOTO) program * Knowing where the MSDS is located and how to read them. * Knowing what safety equipment is needed to perform a specific job task. * Knowledge of what chemicals are used to clean with. . Requirements: Qualifications An individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Requires a reliable source of transportation. Requires the ability to operate various office equipment to include a computer and copier. Requires the ability to operate various software applications such as word processing, spreadsheets (Excel) and database. Requires the ability to use lab equipment and other instruments. Requires the ability to be able to flex work hours as requested. Requires the availability to work weekdays and weekends. Education and/or Experience Requires education generally equivalent to a high school diploma. Further education in a science based field would be desired. 6-12 months experience in quality assurance in a food processing environment. Specific knowledge and Skills Ability to apply mathematical concepts. Must be able to complete all reporting using the software application Microsoft Excel and word. Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions in regards to product quality. Must have well-developed interpersonal skills. Physical Demands The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or touch objects or controls; lift up to 30 lbs. and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to sit. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and the ability to adjust focus. 21 hours ago - save job - original job Apply On Company Site Other jobs you may like Quality Assurance Technician - 2nd Shift STELLA & CHEWY'S LLC - Oak Creek, WI Stella & Chewy's LLC - 21 hours ago Quality Assurance Technician PEI - Menomonee Falls, WI 18 days ago Easily apply Test Lab Technician 2 Strattec - Milwaukee, WI 30+ days ago Quality Inspector The Reserves Network - Milwaukee, WI 22 days ago Easily apply Quality Assurance Technician Midwest Foods - Kenosha, WI 30+ days ago Easily apply * Quality Assurance Technician jobs in Oak Creek, WI * Jobs at STELLA & CHEWY'S in Oak Creek, WI * Quality Assurance Technician salaries in Oak Creek, WI Let employers find you Thousands of employers search for candidates on Indeed Upload Your Resume