Quality Control Person

Position Summary: Monitor the quality of product and processing environment; adhere to defined procedures and report deviations from quality standards.

Essential Functions: Adheres to safety, food safety, quality and legal compliance. Perform all work in accordance with environmental, health and safety standards, rules, regulations and practices of the facility. Must be able to pass training/certifications as required for atmosphere (oxygen and carbon dioxide) readings throughout the department. Cook and evaluate product for sensory and physical attributes. Collect samples and measure product specifications (patty weight, thickness, etc.).Set-up and enter data into statistical process control computer software (AppStats or other).Set-up, maintain, disassemble, and clean the equipment and other tools used in quality monitoring (calibration wands, calipers, scales, cooking grill, etc.).Check proper operation of all Metal Detection throughout the department. Calibrate equipment and tools necessary for completion of activities (scale, grill, etc.).Continuous monitoring of the quality of the product, packaging, and processing environment. Identify, record, and report any out of conformance product, equipment, or situations to a supervisor. Deviations may be determined through operational observations or evaluation of monitoring for completing accurate, legible quality monitoring records and/or automated data entry. Measure finished product of finished product packaging for integrity of the container, ensure that it has been properly assembled, and check for visible damage. Evaluation of finished product packaging code(s) for proper placement, legibility, and accuracy. Verify that finished product scales, and the scale operators are continuously accurate by: Weighing finished product boxes after the scale. Conducting patty counts on cases of finished product after the scale. Sample, weigh, and calculate Misting Weights of fresh versus frozen product. Performing other related and assigned duties as necessary (room temperature, micro swabs, quality audits, retests, tare weight checks, projects, etc.).Monitoring processing area for evidence of condensation and notify Operations Supervisor if condensation is present. Document completed work as required by the supervisor. Compliance with all other duties as assigned.

Supervisory Responsibilities: None. Physical and Visual Activities: Lift patty boxes.

Retrieve: to visually differentiate items of color, up close and in the distance.

Physical Requirements: Ability to wear personal protective equipment and/or clothing. Stand/walk 7 or more hours per day. Constantly reach horizontally and vertically to retrieve/test patties and monitor metal detectors. Constantly grip/grasp, twist/turn, handle/finger, talk/hear, and use eye/hand lift up to 50 lbs up to waist level. Constantly carry up to 5 lbs 10 feet. Frequently bend, taste/smell and use fine motor tasks. Frequently carry up to 25 lbs 15 feet. Occasionally kneel/crawl, squat, and climb. Occasionally carry up to 50 lbs (boxes of patties) 15 feet. Push/pull patty boxes 5 feet requiring 10 lbs of force. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance visions, and color vision. Environmental/Atmospheric Conditions: Constantly work in damp, wet, humid, and slippery environments. Constantly work near moving equipment. Constantly work in extreme heat/cold (40-45 degrees).Constantly work in high noise levels requiring hearing protection. Frequently work near fumes or airborne debris. Occasionally work with toxic or caustic chemicals. Occasionally work with hand tools causing segmental /Tools/Equipment/Software: Bump cap, hair net, safety glasses, hearing protection, and smock. Rubber and cotton gloves. Appstats computer. Calipers, scales, and oxygen monitor. Calculator and radio. Grill.

Required Education/Experience: High school diploma or GED.Must be knowledgeable about the quality characteristics of raw, finished, cooked, and packaged product.

Language Skills: Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos. Ability to write simple correspondence. Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one small group situations to customers, clients, and other team members of the to use effective problem solving skills. Mathematical Skills: Ability to use mathematical functions including addition, subtraction, multiplication and division in accordance with production paperwork. Ability to perform these operations using units of weight measurement, volume, and distance.

Other Assigned Duties: Other Assigned DutiesWhy Join Us Golden State Foods (GSF) is one of the largest diversified suppliers in the food industry, manufacturing a range of products including sauces, dressings, condiments, syrups, and toppings for leading restaurant and retail brands. Join GSF and grow your career with a global food industry leader who: People First: At Golden State Foods, we're not just a company; we're a dynamic community where your talents are celebrated, and your ambitions are nurtured. Values Driven: Our core values drive everything we do, creating a culture of innovation, integrity, and excellence. But we're not content with just being great; we strive for greatness in every aspect of our work. People Development: At GSF we strive to continually develop our people to prepare us all for the needs of tomorrow. Philanthropy & Sustainability: We're committed to making a difference beyond our walls through philanthropy and sustainability efforts across all our locations around the globe.

Extensive Benefits: Golden State Foods believes in a holistic approach to wellness focusing on the whole person with benefits that support those needs.

Equal Opportunity Employer: We're proud to be an equal opportunity employer. Our company values diverse perspectives and is committed to creating an inclusive and respectful workplace where every person is supported and empowered to thrive.