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JOB DESCRIPTION

Job Title

QA 1

Department

Quality Assurance

Reports To

Quality Assurance Supervisor/Manager

FLSA Status

☐ Exempt
☒ Non-Exempt

Employment Type

☒ Full-Time
 ☐ Part-Time

Position Summary

The QA 1 employee is responsible for ensuring that products meet company quality and food safety requirements. This position performs product grading, moisture testing, product classification, data recording, and product posting activities while complying with GMP, HACCP, food defense, allergen control, hygienic zoning, and company safety requirements.

Essential Functions

• Collect product samples in a fast-paced production environment.
 • Accurately grade, test moisture levels, classify, and post product from production lines.
 • Assist other Quality personnel during periods of high workload.
 • Recognize and report defects in both inshell and shelled pistachio products.
 • Perform hand sorting activities when required.
 • Record quality data accurately on written and electronic forms.
 • Verify product categories and weights before posting license plates.
 • Print and post license plates for all products.
 • Notify operators of product quality issues.
 • Report dirty bins or sanitation concerns to appropriate personnel.
 • Complete sample requests for buyers and trade representatives.
 • Perform daily inspections and report non-conformances.
 • Maintain a clean work area throughout the shift.
 • Assist with physical inventory verification activities.
 • Assist in training new QA 1 employees when assigned.
 • Follow all written company policies and procedures.
 • Notify Quality 3 personnel of food safety risks.
 • Adhere to GMP requirements and report violations.
 • Report safety and food safety concerns to management.
 • Provide audit support as required.
 • Maintain regular and reliable attendance.
 • Perform additional duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Education and Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
 • Basic reading and writing skills required.
 • Related work experience preferred.
 • Bilingual (English/Spanish) preferred.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Ability to perform basic mathematical calculations.
 • Ability to prepare reports and maintain accurate records.
 • Ability to follow complex procedures and instructions.
 • Effective verbal and written communication skills.
 • Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
 • Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment.
 • Knowledge of food safety principles, GMPs, HACCP, and quality procedures.
 • Strong attention to detail and accuracy.

Work Environment

• Food manufacturing and processing environment.
 • Exposure to dust, dirt, noise, heat, cold, moving machinery, and production equipment.
 • May work around chemicals and food processing materials.
 • Exposure to pistachios and other tree nut allergens.
 • Requires compliance with GMP, food safety, allergen control, hygienic zoning, and safety programs.
 • Requires use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).

Physical Demands / ADA Functional Analysis Chart

Physical Requirement

Frequency

Essential Function?

Standing

☒ Constantly

☒ Yes

Walking

☒ Frequently

☒ Yes

Sitting

☒ Occasionally

☒ Yes

Lifting 10 lbs.

☒ Frequently

☒ Yes

Lifting 25 lbs.

☒ Occasionally

☒ Yes

Lifting 50 lbs.

☒ Occasionally

☐ No

Carrying

☒ Frequently

☒ Yes

Pushing/Pulling

☒ Occasionally

☐ No

Reaching Above Shoulder

☒ Occasionally

☐ No

Bending/Stooping

☒ Frequently

☒ Yes

Twisting

☒ Occasionally

☐ No

Climbing

☒ Occasionally

☐ No

Kneeling/Crouching

☒ Occasionally

☐ No

Fine Hand Manipulation

☒ Constantly

☒ Yes

Use of Vision

☒ Constantly

☒ Yes

Hearing/Speaking

☒ Constantly

☒ Yes

Frequency Definitions

• Occasionally: Up to 33% of the workday.
• Frequently: 34% to 66% of the workday.
• Constantly: 67% to 100% of the workday.

Reasonable Accommodation Statement

Primex Farms, LLC complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), the California Fair Employment and Housing Act (FEHA), and all applicable state and federal laws. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position unless doing so would create an undue hardship. The Company engages in a timely, good-faith interactive process regarding accommodation requests.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Primex Farms, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer and considers applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, military or veteran status, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.

Acknowledgment

I have reviewed and understood the essential functions and requirements of this position.

Employee Name: __________________________

Employee Signature: _______________________

Date: ___________________________________