Position : Food Safety and Quality Technician

Location : Kenosha, WI

Rate : $24-28/hr based on experience

Duration : long-term contract with the potential to convert

Shift : 2-2-3 schedule (2 days on, 2 days off, 3 days on so every other weekend is off)

Current Shifts Available:

1 Day Shift opening: 6am – 6pm

2 Night Shift openings: 6pm – 6am

Position Description:

Apex Systems is seeking a Food Safety & Quality Technician to join our Plant team! In this role, you will ensure quality in the plant environment. You will provide quality testing, analysis, and review to ensure production quality. You will also support manufacturing teams in quality system training, record-keeping, and maintenance of FSQA practices. Additionally, you will provide expertise on FSQA subjects and promote programs for the plant.

Responsibilities:

• Responsible for quality testing, analysis, and review to ensure production quality and schedule standards are achieved.
• Trains and supports manufacturing personnel in quality systems to maximize product quality. Initiates problem-solving activities related to quality parameter issues.
• Supports the continuous training, record keeping, and maintenance of the plant's food safety and quality practices.
• Acts as point-of-contact and, through professional judgment in evaluation, suggests resolution to food safety and quality concerns in the absence of the Quality Manager.
• Supports and promotes food safety and quality program initiatives within the plant environment.

Requirements:

• Food Manufacturing experience
• 1-3 years of related experience in quality techniques
• Quality testing, analysis, and review to ensure production quality and schedule standards
• Strong math skills
• Effective interpersonal skills
• Excellent communication skills
• Detail oriented
• High School Diploma/GED Certification