Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other responsibilities w/ similar skill and work conditions as assigned.

• Pre-Operational inspections of all production lines.

• Performs product sensory evaluations, Daily calibrations of scales, moisture machines, and

  thermometers.

• Conducts temperature checks, count and defect checks, monitor

• Enforce Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP’s).

• Promotes food safety and quality program within the plant environment.

• Monitor and address plant food safety and quality concerns.

• Filing and maintaining of all completed HACCP related paperwork as related product, equipment and facility.

• Obtaining samples of product lines for analysis to ensure product meets both product and

  customer specifications.

• Proper and expedient disposition of all samples taken throughout the day via a chain-of-custody form that is to accompany samples.

  Required Skills/Abilities:

• Strong organizational abilities are necessary to be successful in this position.

• Self-motivated, possess high-energy, and have an excellent verbal and written communication

  skills, as well as a thorough understanding of computers and their programs.

• Must be able to interact in a dynamic team environment, while displaying tact and diplomacy

  with peers and management alike.

• Bilingual, not required but a plus.

• USDC HACCP certification, not required, but must be willing to become HACCP certified if offered.

  Education and Experience:

• High School diploma or equivalent.

• Manufacturing experience preferably with a Food Safety background.

• Proficiency in English, high level verbal and written communication skills.

Physical Requirements:

• Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer as well as stand and walk regularly.

• Must be able to lift 20-30 pounds at times, occasionally up to 50 pounds.

• Proficiency in English, high level verbal and written communication skills.

  This job requires flexibility to work on weekends/holidays as well as work 12 hours per day if needed.