Quality Control Technician Clearwater Seafoods in Glace Bay, NS Yesterday New! - Jobs in Glace Bay, NS

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Purpose of Position:To contribute to and enhance our Quality Assurance team at Highland FisheriesReporting Structure:This position reports to: Quality Assurance Manager, Quality Assurance SupervisorThis position has the following positions reporting to it: NoneWorking Conditions:Location: Highland Fisheries, Glace BayTravel: NoneEnvironment: High Care chilled (Schedule: Beginning at 7:30 am, ending at 4:00 pm. Overtime or altering of shift may be required, as necessaryResponsibilitiesThe following specific job responsibilities relate to this position:

• The primary location of this position is in the Clam Processing facility, however, as required by the QA Manager or QA Supervisor, the QA Technician may be required to fill in / work in other QA Departments within the Company (Crab Production)
• The individual will also be required on occasion to fill in / work on the production staff
• The Quality Control Technician will follow policies, procedures and work instructions developed under the companys Quality Management Program. It is the responsibility of the QC Tech to report all potential issues, instances of product or process nonconformity to the QA Supervisor, QA Manager or Production Manager as required, in a professional and constructive manner. Communication is an essential and critical component of this position.
• The QA Tech has the authority to hold product, under the advice of the QA Supervisor and/or QA Manager and recommend rework or re-processing back to the last acceptable sample during product and process inspections. All intentions to hold product must be agreed with the QA Supervisor / QA Manager
• Pre-operational inspections - Inspection of the facility, using a checklist, each morning prior to production starting and throughout the day for conformance with the CFIA Schedule I, II and company QMP requirements. Recording and reporting of issues to supervisors and sanitation staff.
• Label and packaging verification prior to production commencing, per product being produced and change over, including retention of samples of labels and packaging
• Monitoring of CCPs and reporting / generation of corrective action reports where activities indicate a loss of control or issue with the process.
• Monitoring of plant sanitation using microbiological and allergen swabs as required.
• Monitoring of staff to ensure personal hygiene standards are being met, ongoing monitoring of factory environment and equipment for signs of damage or wear.
• Testing Chlorine residual of salt and fresh water, twice daily (during production and prior to production) and recording results.
• Testing of raw materials as required according to company standards
• Calibration check of Scales (Daily, prior to use) and Thermometers (Weekly) according to procedure.
• Incoming product inspections as per specifications.
• Online and final product inspections as per specifications, procedures, and work instructions. Data entry of results of inspections into electronic system.
• Monitoring of product and processes, to inform production personnel if issues occur. Collection of product samples for microbiological monitoring program, including packaging samples, completing necessary lab paperwork, and arranging shipment the following day (or same day if possible)
• Filing of QC related documents and paperwork in the QA Office.
• Internal audits as necessary and as required by QA Supervisor and/or QA Manager
• Participation in training programs and meetings as required.
• Required to keep work areas clean, tidy and clutter free (no un-necessary objects stored in work areas) Responsible for company issued tools and equipment as required.

Other duties as required by the Quality Assurance Manager and/or Supervisor.QualificationsKey Behavioral Competencies (Personal Characteristics):These are essential in order to perform the job successfully.Dependable, punctual and trustworthyStatistical analysisProblem-solving skillsOrganizational skillsIndustry-specific technical knowledgeStrong communication skills both oral and writtenAnalytical attention to detailAbility to work independently and as part of a teamQualifications:High school diploma or equivalentMinimum of 2-5 years of inspection and/or production experienceMicrosoft Office; advanced Excel an assetQuick Apply

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