Quality Control Technician – College Station, TX – 1016492

Job DescriptionQuality Control Technician – College Station, TXThis is a 1st shift position.
8:30am-5:00pm Monday-FridayNature & ScopeQuality Control Technician I is an entry-level role designed for individuals responsible for performing defined tasks within the Quality group. The individual is responsible for ensuring the quality of raw materials and finished goods used by and/or manufactured at Deerland Enzymes. The primary function of this role is to be a "hands on" technician that performs quality control sampling and testing functions and assists in compliance with internal and external regulations, protocols, and policies. This individual will be cross trained on all Quality Assurance activities and will be able to perform those activities with supervision. This role is focused on skill building and learning, with close supervision provided to ensure adherence to safety, quality, and procedural standards. Success in this role requires the ability to perform tasks accurately and demonstrate a willingness to learn and grow within the organization.Major AccountabilitiesKey Responsibilities:Ensure facility and products meet all local and federal food/supplement safety regulationsAct as a facilitator/coach in areas such as Quality Control techniques, Good Manufacturing Practices, and product quality/safetyPerform basic raw material management including, but not limited to, receiving, sampling, testing, and shipping functionsSample and analyze raw materials, in process goods, and finished products to assure compliance to specificationsWork flexible hours to accommodate manufacturing, including nights and weekends.Assist in cleaning validations and line clearance using, but not limited to, ATP technologiesAssist with quality team audits including, but not limited to, Good Manufacturing Practices and HACCPRecord and evaluate test data, alerting Quality Assurance Supervisor to any deviations from specificationsAssist in data collection and analysis for ongoing quality improvementsAid in ensuring adequate stock of quality control consumables are maintained in inventory.Partner with plant operations, maintenance, quality and engineering to ensure that good manufacturing practices, sanitation and pest control programs, procedures and systems are effectively implemented and monitored per policy requirementsAssist in facility maintenance including general facility sanitation, pest control, and maintenance in order to maintain a cGMP facilityPartner with plant operations, maintenance, quality and engineering to develop, write, review and train on Standard Operating Procedures and Policies, Work Instructions, and FormsPartner with operations team to build a strong food safety culture, to ensure pre-requisite programs are effective for producing a safe food/supplement product and to facilitate the successful execution of customer, regulatory, and certification auditsPerform document control activities including, but not limited, issuing, reviewing and approving batch records and work instructions, ensuring logs and records are appropriately completed and maintained, reviewing and approving shipping documentation, and filing and maintaining all records as requiredReview and approve lab analysis reports for the approval of raw materials, in process products, and finished goodsFollow and enforce all company GMPs and SOPsOther duties as assignedGeneral Responsibilities:Ensure production activities are conducted in alignment with safety, quality, and sustainability initiatives.Maintain a clean, organized, and compliant workspace.Demonstrate a willingness to learn and grow within the role.Perform all other duties as assigned to support production goals.Job ProfileEducation:Minimum: High School Diploma or GED.Preferred: Associates or Bachelor's degree in a related field.Experience:Required:Proficiency in MS Office, particularly Word, with the ability to learn and assist in writing and revising standard operating procedures (SOPs).Preferred:Preferred two years as a quality inspector or technician in a manufacturing environmentExperience working in an FDA regulated environmentExperience in Federal and State Food Safety Regulations including HACCP and cGMPExperience with food safety and defense programsKey CompetenciesProcess Knowledge:Ability to take initiative to maintain confidentiality, to meet deadlines, and to work in a team environmentStrong leadership skillsMust have the ability to assess situation and develop a solutionMust have good attention to detailMust have the ability to adjust to changing work demands and priorities in a fast-paced environmentEffective communication and report writing skills; legible handwriting requiredExperience with Microsoft Office products with an emphasis on ExcelStrong analytical experienceAbility to learn new technologies quicklyResults driven, strong work ethicStrong organizational and time management skillsAbility to work with mathematical concepts such as probability and statistical inference.
Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations.Must be able to lift up to 75 poundsAbility to perform a standing job for a full shiftMust be able to walk, bend, kneel, stoop, climb, reach and grasp for varying periods of timeAbility to differentiate subtle variances in colorAbility to wear a respirator and hearing protectionAbility to work flexible schedules including nights and weekendsFluent in English required, bilingual (Spanish) preferredMust possess a valid US driver's licenseIndependence:Requires supervision for all tasks; follows instructions closely.Contribution:Focuses on completing assigned tasks accurately and reliably.Time Management:Learns to prioritize and manage work effectively.ADM requires the successful completion of a background check.REF:106342BR#IncludingYouDiversity, equity, inclusion and belonging are cornerstones of ADM's efforts to continue innovating, driving growth, and delivering outstanding performance. We are committed to attracting and retaining a diverse workforce and create welcoming, truly inclusive work environments – environments that enable every ADM colleague to feel comfortable on the job, make meaningful contributions to our success, and grow their career. We respect and value the unique backgrounds and experiences that each person can bring to ADM because we know that diversity of perspectives makes us better, together.We welcome everyone to apply. We are committed to ensuring all qualified applicants receive consideration for employment regardless of race, color, ethnicity, disability, religion, national origin, language, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, sexual orientation, age, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law