Quality Assurance Technician (Food Production)

Quality Assurance Technician (Food Production)Staff Management Group is seeking a Quality Assurance Technician (Food Production) for our client in Dayton, NJ. Please read the ENTIRE job description and ALL of the job requirements BEFORE applying for this position.Schedule:1st Shift: 7:30AM - 4PMMonday - FridayMight have to work some SaturdaysPlus overtimePay Rate:$21 / hourJob Summary:The Quality Assurance Technician (Food Production) is a temp-to-perm position, responsible for the quality, food safety, and esthetics of the product. The QC technicians follow through on set processes and ensure adherence to good manufacturing practices (GMP), food safety, Safe Quality Food (SQF) standards, and product quality standardsWhy Apply?Temp-to-permConsistent 1st shift scheduleCompetitive pay at $21/hrWork in a clean, structured production environmentOpportunity to grow within food manufacturingJob Responsibilities:Responsible for monitoring and programming critical control points (CCP).Responsible for monitoring product food safety and quality throughout the manufacturing process.Responsible for performing sanitation verification and allergen testing on equipment and other areas required.Responsible for the correct recording and filing of all relevant record logs and documentation.Ensures the proper recipe guidelines for products are met during processing.Ensures employees are following all Food Safety and worker safety practices.Ensures and educates employees on food safety and SQF standards.Comply with all food safety regulations--HACCP, GMPs, and SOPs.Perform plant food safety audits and determine food safety hazards or areas to improve in the plant and processConduct daily product evaluation.What We're Looking For:MUST be bilingual - English AND SpanishAt least 3 years of experience in a food processing or manufacturing environmentStrong understanding of HACCP, GMPs, and SOPsFluent in English with clear communication skillsDetail-oriented, thorough, and able to stay focused while working independentlyAbility to work well with a team and respond quickly in a fast-paced environmentComfortable working full shifts, including overtime and occasional Saturdays as neededBasic computer skills, including Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPointAbility to perform physical tasks, including lifting up to 50 lbs when requiredHigh School Diploma or GED required (Associate degree or higher in a science-related field is a plus)Staff Management Group is an equal employment opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without unlawful discrimination based on race, color, creed, national origin, sex, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, or citizenship status.About Staff Management Group: Staff Management Group has over 30 years of experience placing staffing candidates in distribution, manufacturing, production, assembly, and clerical positions. Staff Management Group is one of New Jersey's leading staffing and recruiting agencies specializing in light industrial and clerical staffing. Come join the team!