Job Description
ASR Group is the world's largest refiner and marketer of cane sugar, with an annual production capacity of more than 6 million tons of sugar. The company produces a full line of grocery, industrial, food service and specialty sweetener products. Across North America, ASR Group owns and operates six sugar refineries, located in Louisiana, New York, California, Maryland, Canada and Mexico. In the European Union, the company owns and operates sugar refineries in England, Portugal. ASR Group also owns and operates mills in Mexico and Belize. The company's brand portfolio includes the leading brands Domino, C&H, Redpath, Tate & Lyle, Lyle's and Sidul.
OVERVIEW
The Quality Control Tech conducts chemical and physical laboratory tests of solid materials and liquids, analyzes test data, and performs routine Quality Audits of the Quality System, Manufacturing Process, and Facility. The Tech also investigates non-conforming materials and issues Holds, provides support for disposition of Held materials, and assists in continuous improvement investigations.
DETAILED ROLES & RESPONSIBILITIES
Sets up laboratory equipment and instrumentation required for tests, research, or process control.
Tests and analyzes materials used as ingredients, in process materials, and finished products to verify conformity to specifications.
Documents results of tests and analyses on standardized forms, writes test reports, and prepares graphs and charts.
Prepares chemical solutions according to standard formulas; cleans, calibrates, and operates test equipment.
Uses SAP to locate information about ingredients, packaging, and finished products for traceability purposes.
Performs routine Quality System Audits, Facility GMP Inspections, and Production Process Audits.
Reviews and maintain completed production records for conformance to GMP documentation requirements, obtains needed corrections, and files.
Creates, revises, and reviews controlled GMP documents.
Performs investigations to identify root cause and corrective actions.
Uses PowerPoint and other methods to deliver Quality topic training to new hires and small employee groups.
WORK EXPERIENCES
1+ years in a Quality Auditor or Quality Control position in a manufacturing facility required, preferably RTE food manufacturing
Prior experience with FDA regulated industry or Safe Quality Food (SQF), BRC, AIB certified industry preferred
Experience conducting internal quality audits and inspections preferred
Experience working with minimal to no supervision required
EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS
High school diploma, general education degree (GED); or equivalent experience as determined by HR required
Bachelors or Associates Degree in Chemistry, Biology, or a similar field preferred
ESSENTIAL CAPABILITIES (KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES AND PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES)
Strong critical reasoning skills with the ability to identify and solve problems.
Microsoft Office and PC skills required
Ability to make sound decisions regarding resource utilization and needs.
Aptitude for teambuilding and employee engagement.
Strong organizational, time management, verbal, and written communication skills
LOCATION OF ROLE
Cleveland, OH
We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, gender, sexual orientation, genderidentity, age,nationalorigin, disability, veteranstatusorany other category protected under federal, state, or local law. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Our Company is an equal opportunity employer. It is the policy and practice of this Employer to comply with all applicable fair employment practices and equal opportunity laws in every country where our employees work, and to provide employment opportunities, as well as administer all terms and conditions of employment, to all qualified persons on an equal basis. The Employer prohibits discrimination against any employee or applicant for employment based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ethnicity, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other category protected by law.
