Quality Control Inspector

Our Manufacturing Facility, Fabrique Delices, is Seeking a QC Tech to join the Team!

This role offers a $2000 Signing Bonus! Hablas Espanol!

COMPANY SUMMARY:

Village Gourmet brings together and invests in specialty producers of fine meat and snacking options to help America eat better. With a dedication to quality, Village Gourmet supports its specialty food brands with the resources they need to grow operations and bring their products to consumers across the country. The 5 entities (3 Little Pigs, Longhini Sausage, Fabrique Delices, Uncle Charley’s Sausage and Esposito’s Sausage) within Village Gourmet share the same commitment to using time-honored recipes and high-quality ingredients, from fresh sausage, classic charcuterie, accompaniments, snacks, and more.

For more than 30 years Fabrique Delices has been preparing time-honored classics alongside innovative new products. Our products are made in small batches the Artisanal and Traditional way, according to Authentic French recipes. We are proud to bring the finest in high quality gourmet with over 100 different products.

JOB SUMMARY:

The QC Technician is responsible for procedures related to the Fabrique Delices Food Safety and Food quality programs. Tasks will include direct monitoring of operational procedures, direct evaluation of products/materials and interaction with personnel performing said procedures utilizing HACCP (Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Points) methodology, GMP (Good Manufacturing Practices) and SQF (Safe Quality Food) standards. Completion and review of associated documentation. Assistance for Director of QA as instructed by that manager or Management.

COMPENSATION:

$23-27 per hour based on experience.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Promotes and Leads food safety and quality program within the plant environment.
• Assists in monitoring lockout/tagout program.
• Enforce Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP’s)
• Ensure ALL employees are following Food and Employee safety procedures with the responsibility to correct lapses as needed.
• All corrective actions must be run through departmental supervision and communicated to management.
• Monitor and address Food Safety and Quality concerns throughout the manufacturing process
• Verification of sanitation procedures and allergen testing as they apply to equipment and building areas.
• Verify and maintain all completed HACCP related paperwork.
• Ensure recipes and other instruction sets are followed to ensure products meet customer specifications.
• Collect product and/or lab samples as needed/instructed.
• Maintain full compliance with traceability and third-party customer software and programs.
• Complete inspections of Product, Equipment, Building, Machinery, and Inventory as needed.
• Collect supplier logs, documents, reports for review and filing.
• Complete supplier and vendor questionnaires from customers.
• Build and maintain a strong working relationship with front office, production staff and USDA/FDA.
• Digitize all QA, food safety and production paperwork to streamline the reporting and record keeping process.
• Develop the skills and competencies of QA by participating in trainings (internal and external) and learning on the job.
• Attend Quality meetings with quality team via Teams and collaborate with teammates to mitigate concerns and suggestions.

JOB QUALIFICATIONS:

• High School Diploma or Equivalent.
• Be self-motivated with demonstrated leadership skills.
• Possess an understanding of PC and MS Office.
• Experience in a food processing environment preferred.
• HACCP, SQF, GMP certifications a plus, must be willing to become HACCP certified.
• Able to maintain a positive attitude within a team environment.
• Have good verbal and written communication skills.
• Be effective in pressure situations.
• Have schedule flexibility with potential for night and weekend shifts
• Thorough understanding of PC and Microsoft Office
• Bilingual- English/Spanish not required, but a plus.

JOB SKILLS:

• Strong organization and communication are necessary to be successful in this position.
• Ability to self-direct and take constructive action in ambiguous situations.
• Must be able to interact in a dynamic team environment, while displaying tact and diplomacy with peers and management alike.
• Ability to work flexible and/ or extended hours as business requires.
• Ability to influence other and manage conflict.

JOB DETAILS:

This role is a regular employee, full-time hourly position that is normally scheduled:

1st Shift - Monday through Friday, 5:30 am – 2:00 pm

Overtime work may be required based on the needs of the business. Overtime pay is 1.5 x the base rate for all hours worked over 40 within a work week and 8 hours within a workday (CA).

BENEFITS:

• Paid sick/personal days
• 401K with employer match
• Paid vacation
• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Company paid life insurance and long-term disability
• Paid company holidays

Affirmative action plan/equal employment opportunity (AAP/EEO) statement:

Our company provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

Hablas Espanol!

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $23.00 - $27.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday
• Overtime
• Weekend availability

Supplemental pay types:

• Signing bonus

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Hayward, CA 94544: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Required)

Experience:

• Quality control: 2 years (Preferred)

Language:

• Spanish (Preferred)

Work Location: One location