Staff - registered nurse (rn) - quality assurance - $35-55 per hour | Emmett, ID

shift. • Performing environmental sampling of equipment, drains, and raw and finished products. • Calibration of thermometers and scales on a daily basis. • Monitor sanitation standard operating procedures and document SSOP's in accordance with the companies program.

• Monitoring and documenting the quality of packaging, raw materials, and finished products. • Monitoring foreign material detection and rejection. • Monitoring and recording weights of finished products. • Taking raw and finished product temperatures. • Monitor physical, chemical, and sensory characteristics of raw and finished products. • Generating and completing the required records and documentation on a daily basis

for each product line in accordance to the customer's specifications. • Perform HACCP monitoring and verification for all critical control points of the company's HACCP programs.

• Working alongside USDA and production employees. • Monitor and ensure food security and safety. Qualifications • H. S. diploma with additional specialized training where a thorough knowledge of food safety principles and HACCP was gained• Three (3) to five (5) years experience in quality assurance in a food processing environment. • Must possess basic math and computer skills, and be able to read and analyze process charts, graphs, and logs. • Must possess good analytical and logical problem-solving skills.

• Must be HACCP certified, or be able to become HACCP certified. • Must have excellent oral and written skills at a technical and general level.

• Knowledgeable with USDA inspected facility. Job Posted by Applicant Pro

a member of the leadership team at the facility. Activities desired in your role as a member of the leadership team are safety audits, quality, process improvement initiatives, employee training, and upgrading your employees and your own current skills. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Promotes and adheres to company safety work rules and regulations.

Oversees and assures that all duties and responsibilities performed by Quality Control Technicians, Quality Control Leads, Quality Control Coordinator, and Bacteria Technician are performed accurately and in compliance with established procedures. Researches and answers customer complaints as requested by QA Manager. Prepares product

cuttings as requested by the QA Manager. Prepares data collection as requested by the QA Manager. Prepares and conducts safety meetings on monthly basis. Assures product in Hold Status is analyzed for final dispensation by the QA Manager.

Collects and prepares monthly department reports. Communicates any problems or changes in department to supervisor and appropriate personnel. Attends and participates in all annual, departmental, and job specific required training and monthly informational meetings. Understands and adheres to the concepts and techniques of the quality process in order to ensure a quality operation. Keeps area clean and orderly in accordance with Good Manufacturing Practices

(GMP’s). Helps to build and promote a strong “Teamwork” environment in each individual work group, the Factory, and the Company.

Participates in continuous improvement process. SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES Directly supervises employees in the Quality Control lab. Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems. Managers and supervisors are responsible for cultivating employee attitudes favorable towards Affirmative Action Programs.

They have a key responsibility for following organizational policies, ensuring everyone equal employment opportunity, and making decisions that affect the progress toward achieving our affirmative action goals. SCOPE OF AUTHORITY Authority to hold product for food safety or quality standard violations. Authority to schedule and edit time for QC employees. Authority to hire and discipline employees in consultation with the QA Manager and Human Resources. Authority to enforce Mc Cain policies and procedures. Responsibility to monitor work areas, watch for suspicious behavior and report any concerns regarding unidentified visitors and/or unauthorized personnel.

Authority to question and take appropriate measures regarding the safety of themselves, other employees, products, and equipment. Responsibility of maintaining a high standard of cleanliness throughout the food processing facility, especially where any raw or finished product is produced. Authority to report and/or eliminate hazards to the safety of the food that is produced in the facility. REQUIRED TRAINING Mc Cain Safety Policy/Accident Reporting Annual HACCP/GMP’s Training Annual interactionual Harassment Awareness Training Plant Emergency Evacuation Training/Emergency Response Statistical Process Control (SPC) Right-To-Know Lockout-Tag out Ladder Safety Fall Protection/PPE’s Confined Space Hot Work Blood-borne Pathogens Key-Element Training Crisis Management MQP Training Other Training as Required QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.

The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE Associate Degree in Food Science or Business and/or 2 years related Q. C. or Supervisory experience. Microbiology experience preferred, along with potato processing experience. CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, and REGISTRATIONS First Aid/CPR Certified LANGUAGE SKILLS Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations. Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the general public.

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, commissions, proportions, percentages, area, circumference, and volume. Ability to apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry. REASONING ABILITY Ability to define problems, collects data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions. Ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form and deal with several abstract and concrete variables.

OTHER SKILLS AND ABILITIES Computer Skills (Excel, Access, Word, Outlook, AS 400). Phone Skills. Verbal and Written Communication Skills. PHYSICAL DEMANDS The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to walk, sit, use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls and talk or hear.

The employee frequently is required to stand, and taste or smell. The employee is occasionally required to; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 36 pounds, and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. WORK ENVIRONMENT The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to fumes or airborne particles. The employee frequently works near moving mechanical parts. The employee occasionally works in outside weather conditions and is occasionally exposed to risk of electrical shock and vibration. The noise level in the work environment is usually loud. Mc Cain Foods is an equal opportunity employer.

We see value in ensuring we have a diverse, antiracist, inclusive, merit-based, and equitable workplace. As a global family-owned company we are proud to reflect the diverse communities around the world in which we live and work. We recognize that diversity drives our creativity, resilience, and success and makes our business stronger. Mc Cain is an accessible employer. If you require an accommodation throughout the recruitment process (including alternate formats of materials or accessible meeting rooms), please let us know and we will work with you to meet your needs. Your privacy is important to us.

By submitting personal data or information to us, you agree this will be handled in accordance with the Global Privacy Policy Job Family: Quality & Food Safety Division: NA Operations Department: Burley Quality Night Location(s) : US - United States of America : Idaho : Burley Company: Mc Cain Foods USA, Inc.

code and/or expiration date; set-up fill weights are in spec; label height is correct and signed-off label placement standard is nearby; all retain samples have been collected and taken to the Q. C. lab. Check the Batch Ticket Bill of Materials/Component Sheet to be sure all parts are accounted for and that they are correct.

This includes comparing Item Numbers and Item Description to carton labeling and the individual packaging components. Check the filling equipment cleaning log to be sure it was updated when the last product was removed and cleaned. Inspect at the first finished goods produced to be sure they look perfect. If the finished goods represent an item that we have not produced

before it needs to be approved. Q. C. Inspection Records. All out of specification results or defects should be circled and adequate notes of all follow-up action noted in the Job History Notes.

Q. C. Inspections should be completed four times an hour of run time. Run time includes additional packing, lot coding or labeling operations completed after off -line filling operations. Look at finished goods for any/all defects as noted on the A. C. Inspection Records. Report any/all problems to the Shift Lead immediately. If there is a problem, ask the Machine Operator and/or Line Coordinator to stop the process immediately so the problem can be evaluated and corrected. This also prevents

unnecessary or excessive rework. Follow-up on defect problems by examining finished foods to be sure the problem has truly been corrected.

Must be able to perform the essential job functions with or without reasonable accommodation without posing a direct threat to the individual or others. Always maintain a safe and clean work environment. Additional Responsibilities: Performs clerical tasks in the laboratories. Performs assigned tasks in the Production area. Performs other duties as assigned or needed. Read and understand English paperwork. Write and communicate in English. Elevation Labs provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, interaction, national origin, age, disability, or genetics.

In addition to federal law requirements, Elevation Labs complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment at every location in which the Company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training. The essential duties listed are representative of the major duties required of this job; ability to perform the essential functions with or without reasonable accommodation is required.

Elevation Labs may make reasonable accommodation to the known physical or mental limitation of otherwise-qualified individuals with disabilities unless the accommodation would impose an undue hardship on the operation of our business. This job description is not designed or intended to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required for this job. Specific duties and responsibilities may vary based upon departmental needs. Incumbent may be asked to perform other duties as assigned.

Knowledge & Skills: Perform quick and accurate count verifications. Perform basic mathematical calculations (addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, percentages). Perform work using good organizational skills and attention to detail. Write legibly. Communicate by written and/or verbally the nature of discrepancies and defects of the inspected materials. Basic knowledge of personal computers. Work with minimum supervision. Perform tasks requiring manual dexterity and use of tools and/or machines (pallet jack, tape gun, hand tools). Perform essential duties and responsibilities efficiently, accurately, and safely.

Education/Experience: High school diploma or equivalent. Ability to read, write, and speak English Experience with Pallet Jacks, tape guns, tape machines, heat guns, labelers. Previous experience with Liquid filling Machines, cappers, conveyors, lot coders & shrink tunnels preferred. Physical/Mental Demands: Regularly/Frequently required to sit, stand, walk, stoop, kneel, bend. Regularly/Frequently use hands to keyboard or type, handle materials, or manipulate tools. Regularly reach with hands and arms. Climb stairs.

Occasionally/Frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this classification include close vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus. Sufficient clarity of speech and hearing abilities required by this classification includes those which permit the employee to discern verbal instructions and communicate effectively in person and by telephone. Requires composure and ability to prioritize and manage many urgent tasks and requests simultaneously with a high-level of competence and accuracy. Maintain confidentiality. The physical demands identified above are representative of those that will be required to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

Work Environment: Regularly required to work in areas where chemical materials are encountered. Manufacturing setting with moving machinery. Regularly required to wear appropriate personal protective equipment. May involve exposure to shop environment including variable noise levels. Must customarily have a high consciousness for personnel and equipment safety. Job Posted by Applicant Pro

supplies and materials; participate in inspections, mock recalls, and food safety related audits. The Assistant QA Manager is responsible for the data input and review of Lab-specific data, Q. A. Grade Sheets, Metal Detector logs, and oversight of USDA product.

Additionally, this position will administer the Company's audit-readiness programs and policies. Position Duties and Responsibilities: Responsible for the Quality Assurance Manager's duties and responsibilities when the Q. A. Manager is absent. Will interview, recommend for hire, train, schedule, and oversee the Lab Technicians in the Quality Assurance department, including General, Micro, Analytical and Bacterial Lab Techs. Direct

Lab Technicians and other relevant workers in the testing, analyzing, and record-keeping of the chemical and physical properties of in-process and finished product.

This will require daily communication with Lab Technicians. Instruct Technicians on appropriate and proper chemical processing and testing procedures, ensuring Good Laboratory Practices and all quality and safety standards are met. Review and input Laboratory data into Company ERP system (Navision) and act as backup for COA generation. Daily review of Quality Assurance Grade Sheets, examine Metal Detector Logs as specified. Track and Purchase Quality Assurance Laboratory Supplies as needed. Prepare all USDA product(s) for

inspection and shipment. Prepare solutions, compounds, and reagents necessary in Lab procedures.

Conduct standardized sensory/taste panel analysis as required. Assist the Corporate Q. A. Manager and other necessary personnel in areas pertaining to quality assurance and food safety. Participate in out-of-specification and failure investigations and mock product recalls and recommends corrective actions. Maintain legible records (in English) of testing results, audits, or other documents as required. Food Safety and Product Quality: Ensure all direct reports are trained and knowledgeable in all Company food safety and product quality policies, programs and procedures.

This includes the supervision of employee activities and all necessary and related documentation and record keeping/paperwork. As part of this responsibility, must be fully trained in the Company's food safety and product quality policies, programs, and procedures including but not limited to HACCP, GMP, Allergen Control, and Sanitation programs. Maintain a safe work environment. Learn, understand and follow all company and regulatory safety programs. Adhere to company guidelines for Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP's), Good Laboratory practices (GLP's), and Company Safety Requirements.

Attend all Company Safety Meetings as required. Completes all other duties and responsibilities as assigned. Knowledge and Skills: Knowledge of the structure and content of the English language, including the meaning and spelling of words. Ability to communicate verbally and in writing utilizing the English language. Knowledge and competency in all laboratory and testing methods including (but not limited to) analytical, chemical, and microbiological methods used at Idaho Pacific Corporation. Training in sensory/taste panel analysis preferred. Must be able to read and understand Safety Data Sheets.

Use logical, deductive or inductive reasoning; identify complex problems and develop and evaluate options and implement solutions. Demonstrate good communication skills (oral and written), active listening and learning skills, and reading comprehension. Working knowledge of Good Manufacturing Practices and Good Laboratory Practices. Intermediate knowledge of a Windows-based computer system and Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook) software. Familiarity with spreadsheet-based software (Navision) helpful. Experience in supervision, including tasks, personnel, staffing, training. Ability to supervise, monitor, and mentor laboratory personnel.

Ability to direct work flow and delegate responsibilities as necessary. Able to fill-in or cover for absent Quality Assurance personnel. Prior knowledge of, or work experience in the potato processing industry, preferred. Education: Education must be of such level as to allow for the accurate reading, writing, calculation and communication of the required materials and instructions to complete the job responsibilities. A Bachelor's degree in Food Science, Microbiology, Chemistry or a closely related field is necessary. Physical Requirements: Must be able to sit, stand, bend, or move repetitively for up to 12 hours.

Must be able to lift on an occasional basis up to 50 lbs without assistance. Able to tolerate dust or chemicals; must not be affected by moving equipment or machinery. Bending, stretching, lifting, reaching, climbing, crouching and manual dexterity needed on a regular basis. Must be able to work weekends, holidays, and overtime as needed. Must be able to climb a vertical ladder on a frequent basis. Supervisory Duties: The Assistant QA Manager will train new lab personnel and perform the supervisory duties of designated persons as necessary; will periodically test personnel for knowledge and competency in a laboratory environment.

Reports directly to the Quality Assurance Manager (Ririe) and indirectly to the Corporate Q. A. Manager. Working Conditions: Normal plant / manufacturing environment. Hours of operation are 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Will be exposed to high levels of noise, extreme heat or cold, steam, dust, and wet, humid, and slick conditions, and all other environmental factors normally attributed to a manufacturing environment. Disclaimer: The purpose of this Job Description is to document the major aspects of this position.

This description should not be construed as all-encompassing or as an exhaustive list of the responsibilities, skills, efforts or working conditions necessary for this position. Idaho Pacific reserves the right to make changes and modifications to this description, associated duties, and requirements as necessary. Idaho Pacific Corporation is an Equal Opportunity / M / F / Disabled / V Employer. Job Posted by Applicant Pro