QA/QC Associate

Department Quality Food Safety Reports To QC Supervisor or designee FLSA Status Non Exempt Position SummaryResponsible for confirming finished product pallets are correctly identified and ready for warehouse release Primary duties include verifying pallet tagbarcode accuracy product identifiers lot traceability case counts and pallet condition intact clean pest free Essential Duties & ResponsibilitiesA Finished Pallet Verification Release Readiness PrimaryVerify each finished goods pallet is properly tagged and the barcode matches the product producedConfirm pallet tag data is accurate productitem number SKU product ID traceability lotdate code and correct cases per palletVerify pallet integrity and load stability; ensure pallets are not broken or unsafeInspect for cleanliness and food safety conditions no debriscontamination; no evidence of pests or pest activityPlace product on hold and escalate nonconformances immediately per procedureB Documentation Compliance and Continuous ImprovementReview QC paperwork for completeness accuracy and legibility; ensure corrections follow Good Documentation Practices GDPEnsure holds deviations rework and nonconformance documentation are completed per procedureSupport investigations for codingtagging errors and GMP concerns; assist with corrective actionsSupport internal audits customer audits and regulatory inspections as directedC Cross Training & Additional ResponsibilitiesCross train with the QC Supervisor QC Technicians and QC Receiving Inspector to provide coverage and support business continuityPerform other related quality control and food safety tasks as assigned by department managersAuthorityAuthority to stop or hold product and escalate quality or food safety concerns when identification coding sanitation pest or pallet condition issues are observed outside of written product specification expectations and Job expectationsQualificationsHigh school diploma or GED required; college coursework in food science biology or a related field preferred2 years of quality control experience in food manufacturing packaging or a regulated manufacturing environment preferredWorking knowledge of GMPs basic food safety principles traceabilitylot coding systems scanning barcodes and tag verification and documentation practicesSkills & CompetenciesStrong attention to detail and accuracy in a fast paced production environmentClear communication and correct in real timeOrganized dependable and able to prioritize multiple tasksSound decision making and holds self accountable in performing job duties to meet the expectations of the department for the good of all in the companyPhysical & Work Environment RequirementsMostly standingwalking on the production floor; repetitive motion and reachingAbility to lift up to 40 50 lbs occasionally samples or cases as requiredAbility to work in hothumid or temperature variable environment as the production floor is within a building without air conditioning or heatingAbility to wear required PPE hairbeard nets gloves hearing protection safety shoes etcAbility to work overtime weekends and shift schedules as neededAbility to defend decisions to hold product that does not meet expectationsDisclaimerBaumer Foods Inc is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race color religion sex pregnancy national origin age disability genetic information veteran status or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal state or local law This job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by employees assigned to this position It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties responsibilities qualifications or working conditions associated with the position Duties and responsibilities may be modified or assigned as business needs require