Job Title: Quality Assurance Technician

Location: Harrisburg, PA

Pay Rate: $21/hr
Schedule: 2nd Shift, Monday - Friday (Training will be conducted on 1st Shift)

Job Overview:

We are seeking a detail-oriented and dedicated Quality Assurance Technician to join our team. This role is focused on ensuring product quality by performing inspections, testing, and documentation throughout the production process. As a Quality Assurance Technician, you will work with the production team to maintain high standards and ensure that all products meet specifications. This position will operate on the 2nd shift (Monday-Friday), with initial training conducted on the 1st shift to ensure proper onboarding.

Key Responsibilities:

• Sample Preparation and Documentation:
  • Prepare sample bottles for production machines for the current day, including mixes from the freezer, fill line samples, and necessary quantities for each machine.
  • Collect and document all start-up production samples and additional samples from each production line after a designated period.
  • Collect and document samples during production line changeovers.
• Bacteria Testing and Documentation:
  • Perform bacterial testing and plating of samples, including blending media, melting products, and plating samples.
  • Count and document bacteria levels on sample plates from the previous day’s production.
  • Blend agar and dilution bottles for plating processes.
• Quality Control Checks:
  • Conduct and document quality control checks, including product weight, machine speed, and inclusion quality, multiple times per shift.
  • Calculate and document the mean and standard deviation for product weight and machine speed from the previous day's production paperwork.
• Inventory and Supplies Management:
  • Order and maintain inventory for QA/QC lab supplies and third-floor first aid supplies.
• Support for Production Operations:
  • Assist in relieving packing positions as needed.
  • Monitor and document QA/QC lab equipment temperatures.
• Accident Investigation and Reporting:
  • Document work-related injury accident investigation reports and contact the Nurse Triage line when required.
  • Deliver all related paperwork to the Secretary to the President.
• Hiring and Onboarding:
  • Review potential employee applications, manage background checks, and coordinate further interviews for open Production positions.
  • Process new hires upon selection.

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent (Associate's degree or technical training in quality control is a plus).
• Previous experience in quality assurance or a similar role is preferred.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to identify quality issues.
• Proficiency in using measuring instruments such as calipers, micrometers, and gauges.
• Knowledge of ISO standards or other quality management systems is a plus.
• Ability to work independently as well as collaborate effectively with team members.
• Good communication skills to provide clear, actionable feedback to production teams.
• Willingness to learn and undergo training on 1st shift before transitioning to 2nd shift.

Why Join Us:

Competitive pay range of $21/hr.

• 1st shift schedule (Monday - Friday, 7:00 AM - 3:00 PM).
• Benefit Packages
• 401K Benefit match 4% 
• Opportunity to work with an industry-leading company, with potential for growth and development.
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• If you are an experienced maintenance technician who takes pride in keeping machinery in top condition and values safety, we encourage you to apply today!