QA Technician I
Microbial Discovery Group
- Oak Creek, WI
- Permanent
- Full-time
Microbial Discovery Group (MDG) is an R&D-driven product development and Bacillus fermentation company. We apply Real Science to a Trusted Process, yielding Proven Success for our partners. At MDG, we recognize the need for sustainable solutions to the world’s largest problems, and we work to solve them as part of our mission to Feed, Clean, Save the World. As a member of our team, your ideas and innovations are integral to who we are. Come grow with us!Position Summary:
The Quality Assurance Technician is responsible for a variety of tasks including performing audits of facilities and processes for compliance. This position will work in a food and feed manufacturing plant and warehouse.Responsibilities:
- Assist with Monitoring sanitation and scale verification logs
- Perform packaging quality checks and ensure they meet specification.
- Sampling of incoming raw materials
- Must ensure that retained raw material samples are organized and stored properly.
- Perform Environmental monitoring, including sample prep and plating, log results.
- Perform Pre-operational inspection of equipment prior to production
- Assist with monitoring GMP compliance by walking the floor
- Verify the metal detector in the Food Processing Room per schedule
- Enter and manage information into an Excel spreadsheet and internal data management system.
- Fulfill other duties or responsibilities as required and/or assigned.
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities
- MS Word and Excel experience
- 0-2 years in QA in food or feed manufacturing or food preparation service
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Technical certification, Bachelor’s degree in Biology, Bacteriology, Microbiology, or Food Science, preferred
- Majority of work is conducted in a laboratory environment and may include occasional exposure to cold temperatures
- Work includes lifting (up to 30 lbs.) and frequent use of hands for handling objects, tools, and controls
- May be exposed to airborne particles and chemicals used in fermentation production facilities
- Mandated use of company-issued Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
- Adherence to all company safety procedures and regulations to maintain a safe working environment