Dairy Farmers of America

Quality Assurance Lab Technician

Dairy Farmers of America  •  Rensselaer, NY (Onsite)  •  4 hours ago
Apply
AI can make mistakes so check important info. Chat history is never stored.

Job Description

General Purpose

Provide support as an administrative resource to the laboratory and quality assurance departments. Provide assistance in the development, monitoring, and maintenance of food safety and quality programs and records.

Job Duties and Responsibilities

  • Complete batch record review of various products and data entry into management software system
  • Disposition products (assign/change status) in management software systems as assigned
  • Review, organize, and file production records
  • Perform and/or assist with root cause analysis
  • Maintain company and customer required spreadsheets, records, and reports and communicate with customers as needed
  • Prepare and organize records as requested for internal and external audits
  • Obtain and/or issue certificates of analysis as needed
  • Support and assist in the writing, reviewing, updating, and training of all documentation elements of the Quality Management System and related software
  • Educate and train employees on food safety and quality topics per corporate guidelines
  • May complete quality walkthroughs of the facility to ensure necessary corrective actions are completed; may participate in regulatory and customer inspections
  • Adhere to all DFA Quality and Safety policies and procedures and report any nonconformities
  • Follow all DFA good manufacturing practices (GMP) and work in a manner consistent with all corporate regulatory, food safety, quality, and sanitation requirements
  • The requirements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by employee, but is not a complete list of responsibilities, duties, and skills required. Other duties may be assigned as required

Qualifications

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

· High school diploma or equivalent

· Post-secondary education related to food science, biological science, or related sciences preferred

· 1 to 3 years of quality systems, food safety, production, or related experience in a food manufacturing environment

· Certification and/or License – may be required during course of employment such as SQF, HACCP and PCQI certifications

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

· Able to use Microsoft Office Suite and company computer systems

· Able to prepare technical reports and procedures

· Able to keep good records (record keeping skill)

· Able to prioritize tasks and work independently

· Able to work with accuracy and attention to detail

· Able to communicate clearly and effectively, both verbally and in writing

· Must be able to read, write and speak English

An Equal Opportunity Employer including Disabled/Veterans

Dairy Farmers of America

About Dairy Farmers of America

At Dairy Farmers of America, our 19,000 employees work with one goal in mind – to bring value to our family farm-owners.

As a farmer-owned cooperative, DFA offers rewarding jobs across the nation in a variety of fields, including manufacturing, accounting, communications, marketing, economics, on-farm field services, and more.

We value our employees and reward them with competitive benefits, a supportive working environment, and growth opportunities. We capitalize on the strengths of each individual and ensure that each employee is challenged in their role. Through Dairy University, employees receive online training and job enhancement, classes. Employees also have the opportunity to grow within DFA.

We also want our employees to live a healthy lifestyle and offer a health and wellness program that provides access to online classes and materials tailored to help our employees make healthier choices, as well as an Employee Assistance Program that helps employees with legal and health issues, such as advice on parenting or stress management, and free counseling sessions.

At DFA, we understand that our employees provide value within our organization and in our community. We cultivate a culture of openness, transparency, and integrity where employees are encouraged to voice their opinions and share their ideas. We also believe we have a responsibility to give back the communities in which we operate and work to do so through the DFA Cares Foundation.

Dairy Farmers of America, Inc. is an equal employment employer and is committed to providing employment opportunities to minorities, females, veterans, and disabled individuals.

Industry
Food & Beverage
Company Size
5,001-10,000 employees
Headquarters
Kansas City, KS
Year Founded
1998
Social Media