Quality Assurance Technician
Current1. Ensured adherence to HACCP/SQF and GMP standards, along with company, government, and customer policies and regulations concerning product quality and safety.2. Assisted in carrying out various chemical tests using the Aqua Lab Dew Point Water Activity machine, Salinometer, Dataloggers, pH meters, FOSS FoodScanTM 2 Meat Analyzer, Pipettes for performing serial dilutions, Bostwick consistometer, and SAT-500 NaCl/Cl- ion Analyzer.3. Assisted in performing Adenosine Triphosphate (ATP) tests, analyzing the results, and delivering feedback to the relevant departments.Conducted, gathered, and evaluated AQLs to make decisions regarding product release.4. Operated, calibrated, and maintained laboratory instruments and equipment.5. Executed environmental sampling initiatives through swabbing for ATP, TPC (Total Plate Count), and pathogen analysis, employing ALLTECH60 Allergen Swabs, Neogen extraction buffers, and Lateral Flow Assays to detect various allergens.6. Aided in the collection of Listeria monocytogenes samples for microscopic examination.7. Gathered ultrafiltration and brine samples, ensuring that appropriate ingredients and chemicals were directed into the correct products.8. Supported the water sampling and air sampling procedures.9. Contributed to research and development efforts.Regularly carried out additional product sampling tests.10. Completed essential inspections and preparatory tasks to facilitate the start of production.Performed routine evaluations to ensure that the product adhered to customer specifications and collaborated with team leaders, supervisors, coordinators, maintenance staff, walkies, and production personnel to uphold quality standards and guarantee timely plant operations.11. Adhered to HOLD and TEST protocols and approved the product using the ADAMX software in compliance with customer and CFIA regulations.12. Regularly communicated with internal stakeholders related to the Technician role.
