QA Technician @ F&S PRODUCE WEST LLC
placeClackamas, Oregon, United States
businessOn Site
Posted 11 days ago
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Job Overview
The QA Technician at F&S PRODUCE WEST LLC is responsible for verifying and documenting requirements to ensure food safety while executing daily quality activities across all production stages.
Key Responsibilities
- Ensure customer specifications and regulatory food safety compliance.
- Perform daily inspections and quality checks, including USDA swabbing, shelf-life testing, and equipment calibration.
- Maintain accurate documentation for incoming materials, product runs, labeling, and final inspections.
- Utilize the PPRO app for receiving inspections and report generation.
- Support internal and external quality audits, corrective action reporting, and regulatory inquiries.
Requirements
A High School Diploma is required, with college education or related degree as a plus. Experience in a chilled food environment and relevant certifications (HACCP, Food Handler) are desirable. Proficiency with MS Office and specialized software like Supplier Database or Produce Pro is expected.
Key Skills/Competency
QA Technician: food safety, quality assurance, inspection, documentation, USDA, FDA, HACCP, calibration, compliance, PPRO, 5S
How to Get Hired at F&S PRODUCE WEST LLC
🎯 Tips for Getting Hired
- Customize your resume: Tailor experiences in food safety and QA.
- Highlight certifications: Emphasize HACCP, Food Handler credentials.
- Research F&S PRODUCE WEST LLC: Understand their production and safety practices.
- Prepare for technical queries: Brush up on quality control and USDA standards.
📝 Interview Preparation Advice
Technical Preparation
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Review USDA and FDA food safety standards.
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Practice using quality control software and apps.
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Brush up on calibration techniques for equipment.
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Study data analysis using spreadsheets.
Behavioral Questions
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Describe handling pressure during audits.
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Explain teamwork in fast-paced environments.
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Discuss problem solving under strict regulatory guidelines.
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Share experience with detailed documentation tasks.
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