We are looking for a Seasonal Quality Assurance Technician to join our Las Vegas team! Responsibilities: Monitor process controls (Receiving, Allergen Control, Foreign Material Control, Labeling Requirements, Package Integrity, Product Specifications, FEFO, Shipping) to ensure adherence to all food safety and quality programs. Receive, approve/reject, and generate documentation for incoming raw material and packaging (including labeling). Work with fulfillment and packaging associates to ensure outgoing shipments adhere to customer and Sugarfina's expectations. Create, keep updated and ensure site compliance with finished product packaging procedures. Carry out label verification checks. Train fulfillment team on new products and/or standards released by Sugarfina Corporate team. Monitor employees for proper work conduct including but not limited to GMP's, SOP's, and SSOP's. Carry out product evaluations and determine acceptability. Work with Sugarfina Corporate Quality to track and monitor – out of specification product, holds, concessions, etc. Perform regular quality audits (AQL's) to ensure product meets specification. Publish results of AQL's for products at receipt, at fulfillment and at shipment. Review and sign off paperwork for accuracy and compliance to all food safety and quality programs. Oversee and conduct checks for assembly builds to ensure products are meeting Sugarfina as well as customer standards and guidelines. Review monthly goals and continuous improvement projects with corporate Quality Assurance Director. Investigate complaints and coordinate with operations leadership for corrective and preventative actions Create quality alert reports and follow through with suppliers for appropriate corrective and preventative actions Support team in creating and updating product build guides and carrying out random inspections to ensure compliance Oversee adherence to product shelf life and rotational requirements by business channel Perform periodic internal audits of the facility to monitor that all quality and food safety standards are being upheld. Participate in continuous improvement initiatives by identifying opportunities and recommending changes within different areas of the company. Manage retain samples, perform sensory and carry out shelf-life studies as needed. Monitor sanitation procedures and safety compliance. Submit non-conformances as needed to respective departments, assist to identify the root cause, and monitor the effectiveness of the agreed corrective actions. Perform other duties and as assigned. Education & Skills: Must have solid understanding of GMP and Incoming Receiving checks. Must have experience in the Food Industry (i.e. Food or Beverage Manufacturing). Ability to assess risk and make decisions under pressure in a fast-paced environment. Exceptional communication skills. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers and/or coworkers. Ability to work both independently with minimal supervision and in a team environment. Critical thinking skills and comfortable asking questions to achieve clarity. Ability to multitask and prioritize. Ability to read and interpret data and related documentation. Ability to review own work to ensure that the data is being entered with a high level of precision. Basic mathematics (addition, division, multiplication, percentages) and computer skills (Email, Excel, Word, PowerPoint). Excellent time management skills including exceptional attendance and punctuality.
