QUALITY CONTROL TECHNICIAN at Kent Precision Foods Group in New Sharon, Iowa

Job Description:

Ready to join a US Best Managed Company?! Kent Precision Foods Group, a member of the Kent Corporation family of companies has a great opportunity that offers excellent benefits to join their team as a Quality Control Technician!

• Evaluates all batch and finished good samples per specifications.


• Evaluates all raw materials per specifications.  Compares COA results to specification.


• Maintains accurate records of all test results and generates certificates of analysis per customer request.


• Routinely conducts in-house and customer sanitation Quality audits.  Audits all food handling areas for compliance.


• Initiates Set-up sheets and updates as needed.


• Conducts calibration and verification of laboratory equipment.


• Arrange delivery of samples for outside testing


• Conducts daily scale and metal detector checks of the packing room equipment.


• Evaluates production lines for all Quality procedures and specification requirements.


• Audits and assures employee compliance to GMP guidelines. Assists with monthly food and employee safety.


• Audits sanitation of blending and production equipment.


• Assists in other areas including Operations and Administrative.


• Supports management with the upkeep of Kosher and Halal certifications.


• Reviews ingredients and finished product for age.  Aids in the handle of obsolescent materials.


• Plays active role in the Recall and Mock Recall procedures.


• Creating and researching continuous improvement efforts for Quality and Operations.


• Able to effectively and accurately enter production reporting into database system.


• Other duties as manager sees fit. 

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