Quality Control Technician

JOB DESCRIPTION

• Conduct quality control of raw materials and ensure that results meet specified requirements;
• Conduct quality control of manufactured products and ensure that results meet specified requirements;
• Maintain and update a reference sample bank;
• Prepare quality documents and certificates of analysis;
• Participate in the investigation of manufacturing problems and suggest solutions to solve problems;
• Assist the GFSI Coordinator with SQF Program requests;
• Participate in the monitoring tasks of the quality assurance programs in place (HACCP and SQF);
• Participate in the implementation of standards by following always established instructions and by playing a role of coach with other employees;
• Participate in continuous improvement projects;
• Know and enforce the BPH (Good Hygiene Practices) / GMP (Good Manufacturing Practices) of the industry;
• Comply with company policies / instructions related to the quality system in place (Food Safety Plan / SQF);
• Perform other related duties.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree in food science, chemistry or other related field or equivalent experience;
• 1 to 3 years of pertinent experience in the aromatic industry or in the food industry;
• Ability to identify basic tastes;
• Knowledge of good manufacturing practices in the food industry;
• Knowledge of HACCP and SQF standards.

REQUIRED COMPETENCIES: SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Ability to effectively manage and work under pressure;
• Is autonomous and organized in their work and has sense of initiative;
• Ability to investigate and solve problems;
• Has a team spirit and interpersonal skills;
• Has a dynamic and positive attitude.