QUALITY CONTROL TECHNICIAN *** 2ND SHIFT***

Overall Goal of Position:

Performs quality checks and laboratory analysis under the instruction of management for the support of production, and helps make OurRecipe@SauerBrands:

Job Summary

Quality Control Technicians are responsible for testing materials and finished products to ensure they conform to all applicable laws and company standards.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

Perform salt and acidity testing on finished products and in-process samples using titrators.

Perform moisture and fat analysis of finished products, slurries, and starches using the CEM Smart Trac.

Perform viscosity, Brix, and pH testing on finished products.

Perform fineness of grind test on incoming mustard samples.

Check Retail and food service production lines for weight control, cap torque, case codes, fill level, seal integrity, oil temperature, and bottle codes as needed.

Perform pH meter, thermometer, and refractometer calibrations.

Assist in tracking, isolating, and placing out-of-specification products on QC Hold.

Check portion control production lines for weight control, film seal, and proper coding.

Perform % peroxide value, color test, cold test, and a free fatty acid test on incoming oils.

Flavor and color approval of pourable salad dressings.

Helps maintain QC lab in a clean and orderly manner.

Was assigned special projects such as headspace and weight studies.

Monitored HACCP CCPs (pH, water activity, glass breakage, and x-ray.

Trained new employees on all QC lab tech duties.

Performance Standards (the criteria that will be used to evaluate performance)

Safety

Wears PPE, attends safety meetings, shows a commitment to their personal safety as well as the safety of their peers; practices SafeStart concepts

Quality

Accurate and complete paperwork, no discipline issued for quality; sanitation/housekeeping up to company training standards

Initiative

Sees what needs to be done and does its w/o being asked; suggests/implements solutions to problems; embraces change to help increase productivity; accepts and implements new procedures as directed

Attendance

Shows up on time, ready to work the whole shift each day; accurate with breaks; minimal missed punches

Communication

Creates open channels of communication with all levels of the team; expresses ideas clearly and concisely; keeps others well informed as needed; listens carefully to input and feedback

Integrity

Demonstrates responsible and honest behavior in all roles, tasks, and responsibilities; demonstrates understanding and respect for all people of all backgrounds

Teamwork

Demonstrates positive working relationships with co-workers and effectively handles conflict situations; embraces new ideas and opinions and trusts fellow co-workers; seeks win-win solutions with co-workers

Job Knowledge/Training

Has good knowledge of techniques, processes, procedures, services, equipment, and materials required to perform the job; keeps current with all company-required training courses

Culture Building

Organizational Health KPIs

KPIs for OurRecipe

What you do and how you act

Leadership and contribution to the overall success of SBI

Personal Effectiveness-meeting timelines and productivity requirements (quantity and quality of work)

Personal interaction, communication, and teamwork with internal and external parties, consistent with OurRecipe@SauerBrands.

What We Are Looking For:  Characteristics, skills, experience, education, and performance history needed for success in the position:

Personal Characteristics

Professional Demeanor

Entrepreneurial drive and the desire to “build a business”.

Passionate, outgoing, energetic, and results-oriented personality

Overall confidence in one ability and comfortable communicating the facts

Smart, creative, and inquisitive

Character and Integrity-Does the right thing even when no one is looking

Disciplined approach, and accountability for KPIs.

No excuses mindset. Accountable and reliable.

Dependable team player with a positive attitude

Determination/Grit-Pursuit of Excellence

Passion for organization, and attention to detail

Personal values that mesh with SBI values

Performance History  

Documented needed history of making improvements in assigned work area/responsibilities

Stellar references based on contributions and performance

Demonstrated proficiency in the following Areas

Tech savvy (ability to enter data and communicate on various platforms)

Ability to work and thrive under time constraints and juggle/prioritize responsibilities

Strong teamwork skills

Good verbal communication skills

Team-orientated, collaborative, diplomatic, and flexible

Education & Experience:

High School Diploma, GED or equivalent

What Is In It For You?   Our company acknowledges talented people are attracted to companies that provide competitive pay, comprehensive benefits packages, and outstanding advancement opportunities. For this reason, we offer a Comprehensive Benefits Plan that includes the following: 

 401K plan

Medical/Dental/Vision Coverage

Vacation and Holidays

Flexible Spending Accounts

Tuition Reimbursement

Employee and Dependent Life Insurance

Voluntary Disability Insurance

Other Voluntary Insurance Options

Sauer Brands, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, age, gender, disability, national origin, veteran, other protected status or any other basis prohibited by law.

Job Location: Greenville, SC