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QA Technician (1st Shift)Suja Life LLC • Oceanside, CA, US
QA Technician (1st Shift)

QA Technician (1st Shift)

Suja Life LLC • Oceanside, CA, US
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Job Description

Job Description

Position Summary

The Quality Assurance Technician ensures food safety, quality, and compliance across all production activities. This role is critical in supporting manufacturing by identifying risks, conducting inspections, and verifying that all regulatory and Suja standards are met. This is an on-site position within a production environment and reports to the QA Supervisor.

Schedule

  • Tuesday–Saturday, 5 : 00 AM – 1 : 30 PM, with flexibility for overtime as needed.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

  • Monitor production conditions, specifications, process controls and tracking controls
  • Monitor wash line concentrations and test ppm concentrations for sanitation bucket and floor solutions
  • Monitor a system that will verify checks on existing production control forms and be audited on the same forms that meet all program requirements.
  • Collect Lab retain samples
  • Verify all CCPs on-line and take corrective actions whenever necessary to assist in determining the root cause and development of a preventative action plan
  • Responsible for checking the pH levels, temperature and brix of each batch of juice produced and is with in product specifications
  • Verify and document Facility Operation Inspections & Good Manufacturing Practices
  • Enforce Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs) throughout the manufacturing areas
  • Perform Standard Sanitation Operational Procedures (SSOPs) verification and ATP swabs
  • Tracks non-conforming product (Holds)
  • Perform pre-operational inspection procedures of all production / bottling equipment and facility
  • Verify equipment calibrations.
  • Verify volumes, lot codes, torques & bottle weights are within product specification.
  • Complete and enter into database all pallet tags and CCP forms for production and bottling.
  • Record cycles and verify that all HPP settings and information is correct
  • Perform metal mesh, magnet and sock mesh inspections
  • Verify production lot codes, labels, mold number and packaging are within product specification
  • Shipping and receiving verifications.
  • Verification of all raw materials being delivered and labelled with accurate information at Receipt (product name, lots, expirations, quantity received)
  • COA Reviewing, comparing to the specification, approving and filing the COA. Escalating or placing on hold any items that are out of compliance.
  • Review and Verify receiving documents and logs.
  • Monitors production conditions, specifications, process controls and tracking controls as they specifically relate to raw materials used in production.
  • Document and maintain records for all raw materials used in the production process including disposals, usage, and pre-batching of ingredients. Materials will be logged on the appropriate batch ticket for raw material commodity of interest. Commodities include raw produce, frozen juice, frozen puree, dry ingredients and aseptic products.
  • Inspect raw materials for deficiencies relating to appearance, texture, and / or odor after production use.
  • Inspect incoming trailers to ensure compliance with receiving standards.
  • Report any food safety problems to the SQF Practitioner or Department Supervisor in a timely manner so that corrective actions may be performed.
  • Job Qualifications

  • 1–2 years of experience in Quality Control and / or the food industry preferred
  • Familiarity with food safety regulations is a plus
  • Other Skills & Abilities

  • Excellent communication skills
  • Strong computer proficiency
  • Sharp critical thinking and problem-solving abilities
  • Flexible and able to adapt to change
  • Capable of working independently with moderate supervision
  • Comfortable in a fast-paced production setting
  • Working Conditions

  • This role operates in a food manufacturing environment.
  • Frequent standing, walking, and exposure to cold or wet areas are expected.
  • Compensation and Benefits

    Come thrive at Suja Life! We offer a competitive benefits package, including :

  • Hourly Pay : $20.00
  • Medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and more
  • 401(k) match to help you plan for the future
  • Paid time off : vacation, sick days & holidays
  • Juice benefits : yes, we keep you fueled and refreshed!
  • #ZR

    #INDHP

    Suja Life is proud to be an equal-opportunity employer seeking to create a welcoming and diverse environment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, marital status, genetics, age, or veteran status or any other applicable legally protected status or characteristic. The Company complies with all federal / local / state regulations regarding pay.

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