Quality Technician Performs activities concerned with development, application, and maintenance of quality standards for processes, materials, and products. Analyzes process reports and troubleshoots problems to correct quality issues.1. Conducts quality assurance testing on products and raw materials on the plant floor.2. May assume other duties as assigned. High School Diploma or equivalent certification Experience in food manufacturing quality control preferred Ability to speak, read, and write English Good verbal and written communication skills Bilingual (Spanish) preferred Good math skills Well-organized with good attention to detail Strong work ethic and positive attitude Adaptable and dependable with ability to follow direction and work cooperation with others Must maintain a helpful and professional attitude and appearance Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out detailed, but uninvolved, instructions and to deal with problems involving a few different variables. Manufacturing work on the plant floor, standing or sitting for long hours, bending, stooping, and lifting. Must be able to hear average or normal conversations and receive ordinary information, sometimes with loud background noise. Must be able to frequently and regularly use wrists, hands, and or fingers. Average, ordinary visual acuity necessary to prepare or inspect documents, products, or operate machinery. Regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds, and occasionally lift and/or move up to 100 pounds throughout the day. Must be able to work for long hours in a no-kill food processing environment, where it is wet, damp, and cold. Temperatures are frequently below freezing, and employees are expected to remain in these conditions for most of their work days. The applicant who fills this position will be eligible for the following compensation and benefits: Benefits: Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage begin after 60 days of employment.
Paid Time Off:
Sick leave, Vacation, and company observed holidays. 401(K): company match begins after the first year of service and follows the company vesting schedule. Wage Scale $18.00 - $19.00 Career Development: Out company is dedicated to supporting professional growth by offering continuous learning opportunities and a focus on career growth through our Better Futures program. Empire is an equal opportunity employer EOE/VET/DISABILITY