Swiss American Sausage Co. has openings for Quality Control Auditor II member. Successful candidates will work in our modern food processing production facility located in Lathrop, CA and enjoy competitive wages along with a competitive benefits package. Current vacancies will work varying shifts with opportunities for overtime, including weekends. Specific schedules will be discussed during the interview process. Swiss American Sausage Co. produces a variety of products for foodservice customers, including pepperoni and salami. Pay range is $18.37 - $28.87 DOE.

Applicants must be willing and capable of:

• Standing in one spot on a work stand or at a workstation except during breaks and lunches.

• Be able to lift 70-75 lbs boxes and collect QC samples by performing drills in the Kitchen department, if necessary.

• Capable of being trained in forklift driving.

• Working on short notice, working 8-12 hrs a day, work several days in a row if our business dictates and work mandatory overtime throughout the week and weekend.

• Working a day, evening, third and/or weekend shift

• Working in average temperatures of 35-45 degrees or less

• Working with different types of raw, chilled, processed, or ready-to-eat meats.

• Follow our strict sanitation requirements, including but not limited to: wearing hair nets, beard nets , and washing hands frequently, no jewelry, no nail polish or fake nails, no fake eyelashes, etc.

• Following our strict safety requirements, including wearing a hard hat, ear and eye protection, vinyl gloves and hand/foot protection.

• Practice safe working procedures in accordance with safety policies of Swiss American Sausage Co.

Preferred Experience

· Quality Control experience

· Flexibility to work different days and shifts as needed to cover employees on vacations and leaves.

· Detailed-oriented and proven record of success as QC auditor I / II

· Computer proficient, preferably knowledgeable in MS Outlook, Excel, Word, and QC programs such as IQS, LIMS Labvantage, Alchemy, etc.

Job Duties include but are not limited to:

· Conducts the following audits & inspections and completes associated paperwork:

Label Verification

Random On-Line Quality & Specification Audits

Weight Control

Housekeeping

· Perform Pre-Op Inspections

· Monitors and make sure all Food Safety & Good Manufacturing Procedures are being followed.

· Conducts monthly GMP (Good Manufacturing Practices) audits, as needed.

· Conducts monthly food safety trainings, as needed.

· Cover Vacation & Sick for all QC II positions for all shifts

· Perform Pre- Op Inspection as needed

· Other duties as assigned. Perform projects as assigned by QC Manager.

Schedule & Shift

3rd shift, MON, THU & FRI: 9:00 PM - 5:30 AM, and TUE & WED: 9:30 PM - 6:00 AM

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Swiss American Sausage Company is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, gender, gender orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.

Company Information

Since 1930, Swiss American Sausage Co.™ has been the West Coast source for high quality dry and Italian-style sausage products.

Employee Food & Safety:

Thank you for your interest in becoming part of the Swiss American Sausage Company team! At the Swiss American plant, Employee Safety and Food Safety are our top priorities! We believe every employee has the responsibility to maintain a safe working environment by closely following out safety policies and actively engaging in our safety culture. Also, by adhering to the highest food safety standards, our manufacturing facility is able to product quality, wholesome food to our consumers.

Benefits:

Our benefits package includes 401(k) plan with company match, health, dental, vision insurance plans, paid vacation and holidays.

We appreciate your consideration of our company as your next employer and we look forward to hearing from you!

Requisition ID : 25841

Hormel Foods Corporation is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.