Validation Technician - 3rd Shift

About Amy's At Amy's Kitchen, we're more than just a food company- we're a family-owned, proudly independent organic, and vegetarian food company on a mission. As a Certified B Corporation, our purpose is clear: to make it simple and enjoyable for everyone to eat well.We're committed to crafting authentic, mouthwatering dishes using only the finest organic ingredients sourced with care. From farm to table, we ensure top-notch quality in every bite, making healthy eating accessible and convenient for all. At Amy's, we're not just serving meals; we're serving up a taste of goodness, one delicious dish at a time.Shift: 3rd | 10pm - 6:30amPay: $19.25/hr.Location: 441 W Antelope Rd, White City, OR 97503Amy's Perks:A fun and safe atmosphere where teamwork is encouragedWeeks of on-the-job training for your new roleDiscount on Amy's productsOpportunities to grow and advance your careerCompetitive compensation and benefits packageAffordable Amy's meals on-site for lunch and dinnerBonus incentives based on attendance and safetyReferral BonusesSafety Shoe Program, covered by Amy's401k program (up to 4% contribution matching after 1 year)Parental Leave ProgramEducation reimbursement; scholarship ProgramPaid Time Off (PTO) and Unpaid Time Off optionsSUMMARYCollaborate with multiple departments to coordinate and execute validations related to cleaning, thermal processing, critical controls points, and preventive controls. Will perform an analysis on the data collected to determine the efficacy of the procedure, system, or equipment.ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Other duties may be assigned.Coordinate various validation events related to cleaning, thermal processing, CCPs and PCsPerform Indicator, Microbiological and Allergen sampling of equipment.Maintain of documents and records (microbiological results, temperature data, metal detector data).Immediately report out-of-spec results and operating conditions to the responsible department.Identify deviations from specifications and controlsAssist with conducting environmental monitoring swabsMay assist with root cause analysis corrective actionsEnsure validation reports are completed and have appropriate review, approval, and document controlMay prepare presentations on validation summaries and present to managementMay assist with new equipment/area verificationsPerform other duties as assigned.It is the responsibility of all employees to uphold the mission of the Amy's Food Safety and Quality Policy. This includes following all Food Safety and Sustainability programs and participating in all required training.SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIESThis job has no supervisory responsibilities.QUALIFICATIONSTo perform this job successfully, 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.EDUCATION & EXPERIENCEPreferred Associates degree in science related field; at least two years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.SKILLSStrong communication skillsMust pass a written proficiency testDetail orientedComputer literate (Excel, Word, Data Entry programs, PowerPoint)Reliable/DependableAbility to work independently or with minimal supervisionPreferred: Bilingual Spanish/EnglishLANGUAGE SKILLSAbility to read, analyze and interpret technical procedures.Ability to write reports and correspondence.Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from management.MATHEMATICAL SKILLSDraw and interpret bar graphs.Ability to apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry:Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as percentages, rate, ratio by a pre-defined variable.Draw and interpret bar & line graphs and pie charts.REASONING ABILITYAbility to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form.Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONSNone.PHYSICAL DEMANDSThe 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 feel; reach with hands and arms; talk or hear; and taste or smell. The employee is occasionally required to sit. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus.WORK ENVIRONMENTThe work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing 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 occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions, cold (coolers and freezers) and hot (processing equipment) conditions and moving mechanical parts. The noise level in the work environment is usually loud.TRAVELEstimated travel will be infrequent.Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with DisabilitiesThis employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws.