OSI Group

QA Tech 1st Shift: work between the hours of 4:50am-3:00pm

OSI Group Oakland, Iowa, United States

Food Production · 10,001+ employees

5 h ago
qa Junior (0-2 yrs) Full-time United States
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About the role

Perform line audits and product testing to ensure specifications and sanitary procedures are met. Maintain accurate records of temperatures, weights, and equipment performance while managing product samples.

What they look for

Line audits Quality control Temperature monitoring Metal detector testing Sample collection Shelf life testing Organoleptic evaluation Scale calibration Thermometer calibration Sanitation compliance Good Manufacturing Procedures PPE usage Data recording

Requirements

Candidates must have 3 months of on-the-job training experience. The role requires adherence to safety rules and Good Manufacturing Procedures.

Benefits

Paid time off Sick leave Vacation Holidays 401k with matching company contributions Medical insurance Dental insurance Vision insurance Life insurance Disability insurance Educational assistance

Full description

Perform a variety of line audits and tests during production to ensure that product is being made within specification and that proper production and sanitary procedures are being followed.

Job Responsibilities

  • Audit line internal temperature of cooked products; record.
  • Audit metal detectors with the use of standards; if detector is faulty, retain product and re-test product made since last successful test.
  • Perform line audits, recording speed, temperature, weights.
  • Perform weekly swabs of equipment/gloves and plates of air; package with instructions and send to lab.
  • Once per shift, gather cooked and raw product samples to send to lab with testing instructions.
  • Maintain and test shelf life samples; perform organoleptic duties.
  • Inspect code dates on bags, boxes, and cases based on product specification and production schedule.
  • Inspect and record cooler and freezer temperatures.
  • Cook samples 2-3 times per shift from all lines.
  • Perform hourly piece count of packed box.
  • Calibrate scales and thermometers daily.
  • Complete paperwork on employee sanitation compliance.
  • Follow all safety rules.
  • Use Personal Protective Equipment (PPE); recognize and practice Good Manufacturing Procedures (GMP).
  • Keep assigned area clean.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.

Experience & Skills

  • 3 months of on the job training.

Compensation

This role is eligible for overtime pay for hours worked beyond 40 hours in a week and may also be eligible for additional hourly premiums for perfect attendance and/or working evening or night shifts. As part of a complete total rewards package, OSI also offers comprehensive paid time off (sick, vacation, holidays and other programs), 401k with matching company contributions, a full suite of benefit offerings (medical, dental, vision, life, disability and other voluntary coverages) for you and your family and educational assistance with opportunities for professional development.

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