Job description

We are seeking a Quality Assurance Technician for both 1st and 2nd Shifts! This role is eligible for a Signing Bonus!

COMPANY SUMMARY:

Village Gourmet brings together and invests in specialty producers of fine meat and snacking options to help America eat better. With a dedication to quality, Village Gourmet supports its specialty food brands with the resources they need to grow operations and bring their products to consumers across the country. The 5 entities (3 Little Pigs, Longhini Sausage, Fabrique Delices, Uncle Charley’s Sausage and Esposito’s Sausage) within Village Gourmet share the same commitment to using time-honored recipes and high-quality ingredients, from fresh sausage, classic charcuterie, accompaniments, snacks, and more.

At Uncle Charley’s, we believe that the right combination of high quality, premium cuts of pork, with fresh, aromatic seasoning makes for the best all-natural casing sausages. The quality of our pork results in leaner breakfast links, juicy bratwurst and kielbasa, and tasty sausage patties with a richer taste. Uncle Charley’s continues to build on its thirty-year heritage, ensuring only the finest ingredients are used to produce a fresh line of products like no other in the market.

JOB SUMMARY:

The Quality Assurance Technician is responsible for procedures related to the Uncle Charley’s Sausage Company Food Safety and Food Quality programs. Tasks will include direct monitoring of operational procedures, direct evaluation of products/materials, and interaction with personnel performing said procedures utilizing GMP (Good Manufacturing Practices) and SQF (Safe Quality Food) standards. Completion and review of all associated documentation is expected. Assistance for the Vice President of Operations as instructed by that manager or fellow management personnel will be paramount to the flow of the facility.

COMPENSATION:

$18 per hour to $21 per hour, depending on experience and qualifications.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Monitor and influence Goof Manufacturin Practice's for all associates working in processing, packaging, warehouse, and sanitation areas.
• Ensure ALL employees are following Food and Employee safety procedures with the responsibility to correct lapses as needed. All corrective actions must be run through departmental supervision and communicated to management.
• Monitor Food Safety and Quality throughout the manufacturing process.
• Verification of sanitation procedures and allergen testing as they apply to equipment and building areas.
• Correct recording, review, and filing of associated documents.
• Ensure recipes and other instruction sets are followed
• Collect product and/or lab samples as needed
• Maintain full compliance with traceability and third-party customer software and programs.
• Complete inspections of product, equipment, building, machinery, and inventory as needed.
• Collect supplier logs, documents, and reports for review and filing.
• Complete supplier and vendor questionnaires from customers.
• Digitize all QA, food safety, and production paperwork to streamline the reporting and record keeping process.
• Assist in developing the skills and competencies of QA by participating in trainings (internal and external) and learning on the job.

JOB QUALIFICATIONS:

• High school diploma or GED.
• 1+ years of quality control experience preferred.
• HACCP, SQF, GMP certifications a plus
• Experience in food manufacturing environment preferred
• Familiarity with PC and Microsoft Office

JOB SKILLS:

• Ability to maintain a positive attitude within a team environment
• Excellent organization, communication, and follow-up skills
• Strong sense of urgency & attention to detail
• Able to influence others & manage conflict
• Extremely high standards of excellence

JOB DETAILS:

We are hiring for both 1st and 2nd shifts! This position is considered regular full-time and the role that is normally scheduled:

• 1st Shift - Monday through Friday, 7:00am - 4:00pm
• 2nd Shift - Monday through Friday, 3:00pm - 12:00am

Overtime work may be required based on the needs of the business. Overtime pay is 1.5 x the base rate for all hours worked over 40 within a work week.

BENEFITS:

• SIGNING BONUS of $2,000
• Paid sick/personal days
• 401K with employer match
• Paid vacation days
• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Company paid life insurance and long-term disability
• Paid company holidays

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

Employee regularly works near moving mechanical parts and in outside weather conditions. Regularly exposed to wet and/or humid conditions and moderate cold. The noise level in the work environment is usually loud. Majority of shift requires standing and/or walking. May be required to climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, twist, bend, or reach with hands and arms. Often required to push, pull, and/or carry objects up to 50 pounds.

Affirmative action plan/equal employment opportunity (AAP/EEO) statement:

Our company provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $18.00 - $21.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Experience level:

• 1 year

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday
• Night shift
• Overtime
• Weekend availability

Work setting:

• Food Processing Plant
• Manufacturing facility

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Vandergrift, PA 15690: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Application Question(s):

• What is your salary requirement for this position? (REQUIRED)

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Required)

Experience:

• Manufacturing: 1 year (Preferred)
• Quality control: 1 year (Preferred)

Shift availability:

• Night Shift (Preferred)
• Day Shift (Preferred)

Work Location: One location

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