Quality Control Specialist - 2nd shift

Position Summary Test and monitors products for compliance per specifications. Position Essential Duties and Responsibilities DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES ( Duties, responsibilities and activities are listed in no particular order and may be changed or updated at any time with or without notice.) Evaluates products for compliance per specifications. Understanding, evaluating and executing the tests, and procedures properly Maintaining and setting up documentation and control procedures Picking up samples and carrying out checks and tests Understanding and comprehending Product Vision guidelines for quality aspects Follow all safety rules and regulations per established company policies Perform all other duties as assigned Follows established equipment Lockout/Tagout procedures as required Temperatures throughout plant average 50 degrees. Temperatures in the cooking area can exceed 80 degrees. Required to wear hairnet, smock, boots or overshoes, ear plugs, gloves, plastic sleeves, and aprons provided by the Company. Need to comply with Food Safety: GMP’s, SSOP, SOP, HACCP, SQF and Quality requirements. Employee Safety Responsibilities: Report all injuries, unsafe conditions, unsafe acts and horseplay Use proper lifting techniques Use mechanical assistance (handjack, forklift, manlift) Use personal assistance (buddy) Use handrails Use and wear appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) Position Qualifications QUALIFICATIONS Prefer High School Diploma/GED Be able to work in a fast-paced environment Strong attention to detail and the ability to work rapidly and with a high degree of accuracy Math Skills Reliable, Self-Driven, Minimum Supervision Must be able to read and write English WORKING CONDITIONS/PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS (Requirements are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.) The Physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Occasionally required to reach, hand twist, bend, stoop, crouch/squat, climbing stairs. Occasional lifting up to 50 pounds (up to 5ft high) and carrying for less than 10ft in range. Will be exposed to loud industrial type environments commonly found at plants. Varied temperatures from hot and humid to very cold. AAP/EEO STATEMENT Ajinomoto Foods North America, Inc. (AFNA) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. AFNA does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran status or any other basis protected by stated, federal, or local law. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need. SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY Will the position manage others? Yes ☐ No ☒ Note: Duties, responsibilities and activities may change or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES ( Duties, responsibilities and activities are listed in no particular order and may be changed or updated at any time with or without notice.) Evaluates products for compliance per specifications. Understanding, evaluating and executing the tests, and procedures properly Maintaining and setting up documentation and control procedures Picking up samples and carrying out checks and tests Understanding and comprehending Product Vision guidelines for quality aspects Follow all safety rules and regulations per established company policies Perform all other duties as assigned Follows established equipment Lockout/Tagout procedures as required Temperatures throughout plant average 50 degrees. Temperatures in the cooking area can exceed 80 degrees. Required to wear hairnet, smock, boots or overshoes, ear plugs, gloves, plastic sleeves, and aprons provided by the Company. Need to comply with Food Safety: GMP's, SSOP, SOP, HACCP, SQF and Quality requirements. Employee Safety Responsibilities: Report all injuries, unsafe conditions, unsafe acts and horseplay Use proper lifting techniques Use mechanical assistance (handjack, forklift, manlift) Use personal assistance (buddy) Use handrails Use and wear appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) QUALIFICATIONS Prefer High School Diploma/GED Be able to work in a fast-paced environment Strong attention to detail and the ability to work rapidly and with a high degree of accuracy Math Skills Reliable, Self-Driven, Minimum Supervision Must be able to read and write English WORKING CONDITIONS/PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS (Requirements are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.) The Physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Occasionally required to reach, hand twist, bend, stoop, crouch/squat, climbing stairs. Occasional lifting up to 50 pounds (up to 5ft high) and carrying for less than 10ft in range. Will be exposed to loud industrial type environments commonly found at plants. Varied temperatures from hot and humid to very cold. AAP/EEO STATEMENT Ajinomoto Foods North America, Inc. (AFNA) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. AFNA does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran status or any other basis protected by stated, federal, or local law. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need. SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY Will the position manage others? Yes ☐ No ☒ Note: Duties, responsibilities and activities may change or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.