Manufacturing Technician Jobs in Phoenix, AZ

• Conduct laboratory testing and sensory testing (*including meat products), such as pH, Salt, Brix, Aw, viscosity and organoleptic evaluations for WIP and finished products (*weigh up to 50 lbs)

United Foods International (USA), Inc., specialized in private label food manufacturing & packaging in Phoenix, AZ is seeking qualified candidates for the 2nd shift QC Technician;

Position: QC Technician

Location: Phoenix, AZ

Industry: Food Manufacturing

Hours: Monday - Friday, 2:30 pm to 11:00 pm (*hours vary during training period)

Responsibilities:

• Conduct a pre-operation inspection for the production lines
• Perform start-up and hourly line checks for the production lines, such as pressure test, weight check, seals check and lot number check
• Report any deficiencies found during routine check to QA department
• Enforce the administration of Quality Assurance policies in all areas of the facility, such as GMP and sanitation
• Place defective products on Hold and conduct investigation
• Provide assistance to production team to ensure food safety and quality objectives are met, such as using correct labels and packaging materials
• Other duties will be assigned

Qualifications:

• Food Science, Biology, Chemistry or related degree with organic chemistry lab experience, OR at least 2 years of work experience as Quality Control at food manufacturing facility
• Must be able to lift, push and pull up to 50 lbs in order to run testing on in-process and finished products
• Must be able to consume meat products including beef, pork, chicken and seafood in order to run sensory testing
• Computer skills: MS Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint
• Must have good written and verbal communication skills
• Must be able to work Monday through Friday from 2:30 pm to 11:00 pm
• Flexibility in work hours strongly preferred as you may be asked to cover for other shifts as needed

*If you meet above requirements and are motivated to work in a fast-paced environment, please submit your resume for review.

Established in 1988 as a subsidiary of Senba Foods Co., Ltd. in Japan, United Foods International (USA), Inc. - formerly Senba USA, Inc. - has been specialized in custom food manufacturing of sauces, seasonings and dry mixes for retail, wholesale, food service and industrial needs for 35 years. Please visit us at www.ufiusa.com for more information.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $26.50 - $28.85 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Vision insurance

Education:

• Bachelor's (Preferred)

Experience:

• Food Quality Control: 2 years (Required)

Shift availability:

• Day Shift (Required)
• Night Shift (Required)

Ability to Commute:

• Phoenix, AZ 85043 (Required)

Work Location: In person