Associate Food Scientist Jobs in Arizona (NOW HIRING)

Reports To: Quality Assurance Supervisor

FLSA Status: Hourly Role 

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Imagine...working for a company that knows that its people are the key to its success in the marketplace. A company in which achieving extraordinary results and having a stimulating work experience are part of the same process.

We cultivate and embrace a diverse employee population. We recognize that people with diverse backgrounds, experiences and perspectives fuel our growth and enrich our global culture. We are looking for an individual who enjoys working in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment, likes to be challenged, and values the opportunity to make a difference.

Established in 1943, the SK Food Group is a leader in the food manufacturing and wholesale food sales industry. We produce a complete line of products for many different market segments including retail, convenience stores, vending and the transportation industry. In addition, we pride ourselves on the sub-contract manufacturing and private labeling capabilities our company offers to customers throughout the United States. Please visit http://www.skfoodgroup.com for more information.

We are looking for a QA Technician II to join our team in Tolleson, AZ.

Reporting to the Quality Assurance Supervisor.

Summary: Assist with tasks related to quality of finished products, raw ingredients and packaging materials. Ensure Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) and food safety practices are followed.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following:
 Collect measurements, test and report results on various components to ensure they fall within specification ranges.
 Ensure that sandwiches are being built to specification.
 Conduct in line audits/product assessments for specification compliance on food products.
 Coordinate with production on regulatory and quality issues and document corrective actions.
 Ensure GMPs are being followed.
 Assess facility for sanitary compliance.
 Collect weights and measurements of finished good products.
 Ensure package integrity and accuracy.
 Follow the HACCP Plan to ensure food safety.
 Coordinate with production on regulatory and quality issues and document corrective actions.
 Assist with training incoming QA technicians.
 Demonstrate ability to perform pre-operational inspection and ATP swabs.
 Assist in pilot runs and data collection as needed.
 Ensure package integrity and accuracy.
 Other duties as assigned.
 
 Regular and predictable attendance is an essential function of this position.
 
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES
 None.
 
QUALIFICATIONS
 
EDUCATION and EXPERIENCE

High School Diploma, or equivalent, and 1-2 years of related experience and/or training, or equivalent combination of education and/or experience. Bachelor’s Degree in scientific field preferred.
 
CERTIFICATES, LICENSES AND REGISTRATIONS
Certificates related to Food Safety and/or HACCP preferred.
 
REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES
 Knowledge of Microsoft Office products.
 Ability to use iPad/tablet.
 Ability to operate standard lab equipment.
 Excellent time management and task prioritization abilities.
 Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.
 Be detailed and organized.
 Problem solving skills.
 Knowledge of Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs),
 Knowledge of Food Safety fundamentals is desirable.
 Strong attention to detail; data and sample collection, accuracy in paperwork.
 Good decision making and reasoning skills.
 Ability to interpret regulations and product specifications.
 Ability to interact with all levels of organization.
 
 
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an associate to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
 
While performing the duties of this job, the associate is regularly required to stand; talk or hear. The associate is frequently required to walk; use hands to finger, handle or feel; stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl and occasionally sit; climb or balance; reach with hands and arms; taste or smell. The associate must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
 
WORK ENVIRONMENT
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an associate encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
 
While performing the duties of this job, the associate is occasionally exposed to work near moving mechanical parts and extreme cold (non-weather). The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
 
REQUIRED TRAINING
This position requires training on Good Manufacturing Practices critical to the effective implementation of the Food Safety Plan and the maintenance of food safety, quality and process efficiency. Training is also required
 on how to identify food safety issues such as temperature control, cross-contamination, sanitation and cleanliness of the lines, etc., critical to the effective implementation of the Food Safety Plan and the maintenance of food safety, quality and process efficiency.

Benefits:

SK Food Group provides competitive salaries and a wide variety of benefits including programs that provide for your health and welfare, help you prepare for retirement and truly enable you to balance your work and family life.

• Company Paid Medical Insurance
• Associate Bonus Programs
• Family & Friends Referral Bonuses
• DailyPay – Access Earned Pay Sooner
• 401k Retirement Plan with company match
• Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays
• Paid Parental Leave
• Health & Dependent Care Flex Spending Accounts
• Dependent scholarship opportunities
• Educational Tuition Assistance