Quality Inspector

At Prinova, our passion for food knows no bounds! With a rich history spanning over four decades in the food industry, we have established ourselves as a trusted global supplier and manufacturer of functional food ingredients, flavors, and aromas. With CUSTOMER FOCUS as our central core value, we put pride in our work to ensure the end user has a quality product. Prinova has proudly received national acclaim as one of the Best and Brightest Companies to Work For® in 2023, a testament to our status as an exceptional employer. This prestigious award highlights our commitment to outstanding HR practices and appreciation for our employees. Guided by the renowned FISH® philosophy, we prioritize creating meaningful work interactions, fostering community engagement, and empowering professional growth, ensuring a remarkable and fulfilling experience for our team members. Don’t miss the opportunity to join our esteemed organization, where exceptional HR practices and employee appreciation thrive. Apply today and unlock the potential for a rewarding and fulfilling career at Prinova! Some of the perks of working at Prinova include medical/vision/dental insurance, 401k, paid time off, and 9 paid holidays. To learn more, check out our Quality Video! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CqSEZpw21oU. Quality Inspector Department: Quality Inspector, Solutions Location: Carol Stream, IL Type: Full-Time Summary: Primary responsibility for daily and assigned project QA/QC activities associated with in-process inspections for manufacturing and warehouse. Equipment swabbing, room clearance, sample verification and work order review. Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned Perform production in-process inspections at the required frequencies which include label approvals, CCP verification, weight checks and manufacture pre and post operational review. Generate associated documentation and communicate non-conformances. Perform physical comparison of manufactured product. (Color, Odor, Appearance) Perform sieve analysis on raw and blended materials. Perform ATP, EMP, Allergen and equipment swabbing. Assist in the completion of Allergen, EMP, Sanitation and HACCP validation. Perform daily pre and post operational verification in log books. Perform monthly internal GMP audits. Complete and maintain sRCA and incident investigations. Assist in quality related training activities. Assist in hygienically taking production pre-shipment samples. Keeps abreast of current regulations and industry standards. Abide by all food safety programs and be able to monitor area for food safety adherence. All Prinova employees are required to ensure compliance standards with food safety, food defense and food quality. (FDA, ILDPH, FSMA and BRC). Supervisory Responsibilities: None Qualifications: To 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. Required Education and/or Experience: Associates degree (A. A.) or minimum of one-year equivalent work experience. Required Skills/Abilities: Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail Strong problem-solving skills Ability to prioritize tasks Ability to function well in a high-paced and at times stressful environment Ability to read, understand and interpret regulatory information, industry standards, and International and Federal Food Regulations. Ability to make educated judgments on correctness, accuracy, and appropriateness of information. Travel: None Work Conditions & Physical Requirements: 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. Ability to lift up to < 55 lbs. Ability to stand for an extended periods of time Work environment is normally on the production floor. Must be able to make frequent rounds in a warehouse environment Must be able to wear any required PPE such as scrubs, hair net, lab coat, and facemask Ability to work in a packaging area with a moderate powder substance in the air with or without a respirator Ability to work above shoulders Ability to work around a variety of different smells and aromas Ability to adjust work schedule as business needs require. Ability to safely handle production equipment and stamina and endurance to perform physical functions throughout the day. Other physical requirements include frequent squatting, bending, twisting, and bi-lateral wrist movement. Quality/Safety Responsibilities: All Prinova employees are required to ensure compliance standards with food safety, food defense and food quality. (FDA, ILDPH, FSMA and BRC). It is the responsibility of each employee to comply with occupational safety and health standards issued under OSHA and to follow all rules, regulations, and procedures established by the Company to ensure that their actions do not impact the health and safety of themselves or others. The above description is not intended to be a comprehensive list of the duties and responsibilities for this position.Prinova reserves the right to change or assign other duties and responsibilities without notice.