North Coast Sea - Foods Corp

The QC Associate will participate in the inspection and grading of Grade-A products, perform microbial and moisture analysis, produce written reports, verify inventory, quality, and usability of products.. Communicates results of swabs to QC supervisor or manager. Conducts internal audits of plant and paperwork in conjunction with the QC supervisor. 2+ year, experience in food manufacturing; seafood or meat processing a plus. Most of our management team members started at the plant and, through mentoring, rose to their current positions.

quality control associate

The Quality Control Associate is responsible for testing seafood products and materials used during the manufacturing process to verify the products meet predefined criteria and conform to all applicable laws and company standards. They will test products across three stages of production (before, in-process, and final) to ensure that the final product is safe to release for sale or distribution and report findings back to management.
The QC Associate will participate in the inspection and grading of Grade-A products, perform microbial and moisture analysis, produce written reports, verify inventory, quality, and usability of products. They will analyze the sanitation measures within the production facility to ensure company sanitation standards are met.
This position reports to the Quality Control Manager or Supervisor.
Serve as the primary contact between the production staff and the Quality department for all Quality, Food Safety and Regulatory issues
Ensure compliance to food safety programs, as well as company standards and specs
Ensure compliance with the HACCP program
Responsible for filling out assigned HACCP compliance documents
Responsible for doing and recording environmental swabs when assigned
Communicates results of swabs to QC supervisor or manager
Conducts internal audits of plant and paperwork in conjunction with the QC supervisor
Maintain and calibration of quality control equipment
Test and record measurements of seafood product attributes
Compare measurements against the pre-defined company specification
Prepare, process, and maintain test data for review
Evaluate data and draft reports
Identify and communicates with leadership areas for QC improvement
Assist with implementation of new methods and processes as needed
Communicate quality or compliance concerns with urgency to QC leadership
Performs other related duties as assigned
Bilingual (English/Spanish)
REQUIREMENTS
2+ years, experience in inspection and/or production
2+ year, experience in food manufacturing; seafood or meat processing a plus
Certification for Quality Control, preferred
Excellent verbal and written skills
Excellent customer service skills
Strong working knowledge of various mathematical concepts
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Strong project management and organizational skills; able to prioritize and manage multiple tasks and projects on time
Exceptional interpersonal skills: able to navigate organizations to build relationships and garner support
Able to maintain an environment that drives performance and a safe workplace
Drive an environment of teamwork and open communication
OTHER REQUIREMENTS
Must be able to lift 30-50 pounds
Work up to a 10-hour workday: standing/walking most of the day
Hand use: single grasping, fine manipulation, pushing and pulling
Work requires the following motions: bending, twisting, squatting and reaching
Exposure to FDA approved cleaning chemicals
Exposure to temperatures:<br/><br/>Ability to work in wet and dry conditions
Ability to work Monday-Friday, weekends when needed
Ability to use tools and equipment, including knives
Specific vision abilities, including close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus, required
North Coast Seafoods is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against otherwise qualified applicants on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, ancestry, age, sex, marital status, national origin, disability or handicap, or veteran status.
At North Coast, employees consider themselves part of a family where everyone works together to ensure that the company's mission and founding values are upheld every day. We offer an inclusive work environment led by an accessible leadership team that believes in the idea that it's not just about the work we do, but what the work allows us to do for our loved ones.
We encourage the opportunity for real growth and long-term employment. Most of our management team members started at the plant and, through mentoring, rose to their current positions. We are currently looking to build the next generation of leaders.
We offer competitive compensation packages that include comprehensive health coverage, vacation and a 401(k) plan to all full-time, benefits-eligible employees. Employees also have access to the highest quality seafood at cost.
This is a full-time, non-exempt position.<br/><br/>#J-18808-Ljbffr

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