QA TECHNICIAN I - grade 3-1 at Georgesinc in Springdale, AR

QA TECHNICIAN I - grade 3-1 Location: Springdale, AR It's fun to work in a company where people truly BELIEVE in what they're doing! We're committed to bringing passion and customer focus to the business. SUMMARY:   The QA Technician is responsible for driving sustainable growth by maintaining quality requirements according to company policies, customers, industry, and regulatory specifications. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include, but are not limited to, the following: Maneuver and perform evaluations of samples. Assist with the monitoring of antimicrobial levels throughout production areas to withstand compliance with Safety and Suitable Support facility Food Safety/Regulatory Compliance programs such as Hazard Analysis Critical Control Point (HACCP), Sanitation Standard Operation Procedures (SSOP’s), and Sanitation Performance Standards (SPS) via monitoring and verifying.  Assure monitoring instruments, i.e., thermometers, etc. are accurately calibrated. Provide verification services in the areas of receiving, storage of ingredients, packaging and raw materials, Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP’s), net weights, proper labeling, quality characteristics.  Verification may include additional monitoring as a verification step. Maintain records, processes, procedures including responsibility for data entry of specific quality-related information. Effectively communicate inspection findings and observations. Suspend production upon discovery of improper insanitary conditions, out of control, or if positive control in question. Retain product that does not conform to USDA, George’s, or customer requirements. Follow all safety rules and practices. Perform other duties as assigned. SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES This position will not have supervisory responsibility. EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE Required None Preferred Knowledge of Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP’s) through the Food and Drug Administration (FDA). Understanding/knowledge of HAACP principles. Experience with 3rd party Food Safety Audits. George’s is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to, among others, individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans. If you need an accommodation because of a disability to search, apply or interview for a career opportunity with the Company, please send an email to compliance@georgesinc.com or call 479-927-7000 to let us know the nature of your request and your contact information to assist you We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, including Disabled/Veterans