Quality Technician 2nd Shift

Job Location: DeKalb

Want to make an impact?

Proactive individual with initiative, a self-starter and ability and ability to work as a contributing team member, as well as individually with little or no supervision or direction. The individual should be able to perform the primary duties; responsibilities listed below and are flexible to perform other duties as necessary. The individual will be responsible for following all set guidelines and regulations. The individual should have excellent communication skills keeping the QA department informed of all issues accordingly.

Ways you will make a difference

The responsibilities include adhering to all company policies, procedures, and FPC-established Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs). The role involves performing quality checks, conducting testing, and carrying out tasks in a safe manner while following FPC safety methods. Critical Control Point Checks, daily weight checks of packaging materials, ATP/Allergen Swab testing, environmental swabbing, participating in GMP audits, conducting inspections as needed, reviewing packaging paperwork, conducting daily checks, performing plant walk-throughs, conducting action on out-of-specification products when necessary, maintaining inventory of supplies, and additional duties as assigned.

Skills that will make you successful

Ability to apply understanding to carry out detailed, but uninvolved written or oral instructions.
Ability to speak, write and read English.
Work as scheduled and in a timely manner.
Good analytical skills as well as written and verbal communication skills.
Maintains a clean and neat work area.
Ability to work overtime as needed.
Ability to work scheduled shift.
Promotes teamwork, possess a good attitude, and exhibit flexibility and willingness to perform task as needed.
Spreadsheet and database Knowledge (excel and access)
Understands and is accountable for full compliance with safety, quality and other relevant requirements.
Ensures compliance with FSSC, Organic, GFCO, and other relevant standards.
Previous quality experience preferred.

Experiences that will support your success

1 year experience of food manufacturing quality highly preferred.
High school diploma/GED or equivelent experience

Ferrara’s success in industry-leading innovation has been driven by deep consumer insights, strong retailer co-creation and partnerships, and a dedication to diversity of thought, experience, and people. A privately held company, Ferrara has its global headquarters in Chicago and an operational network of more than 27 locations in North America, Brazil, and China that includes manufacturing, distribution, sales, and R&D facilities. Ferrara is a privately held Ferrero related company. Learn more at www.ferrara.com or www.linkedin.com/company/ferrara- .

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY

We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. In order to provide equal employment and advancement opportunities to all qualified applicants and employees, employment decisions and opportunities at Ferrara will be based on merit, qualifications, and abilities, without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, marital or civil union status, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, age, military or veteran status, disability, handicap, genetic information, pregnancy (childbirth or related medical condition), or on any other basis prohibited by law. This policy governs all aspects of employment, including selection, job assignment, compensation, discipline, termination, and access to benefits and training.