The Quality Control Technician is responsible for testing seafood products and materials used during the manufacturing process to verify the products meet predefined criteria and conform to all applicable laws and company standards. They will test products across three stages of production (before, in-process, and final) to ensure that the final product is safe to release for sale or distribution and report findings back to management.

　　The QC Technician will participate in the inspection and grading of Grade-A products, perform moisture analysis, produce written reports, verify inventory, quality, and usability of products.

　　This position reports to the Quality Control Supervisor or Manager.

　　DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITES

　　Serve as the primary contact between the production staff and the Quality department for all Quality, Food Safety and Regulatory issues

　　Responsible for filling out assigned HACCP compliance documents

　　Conducts internal audits of plant and paperwork in conjunction with the QC supervisor

　　Test and record measurements of seafood product attributes

　　Communicate quality or compliance concerns with urgency to QC leadership

　　Performs other related duties as assigned

　　Performs analytical and organoleptic product quality inspection of fresh and frozen seafoods, ensuring products are produces to specification standards

　　Requirements

　　1+ years, experience in inspection and/or production

　　1+ year, experience in food manufacturing; seafood or meat processing a plus

　　Excellent verbal and written skills

　　Excellent customer service skills

　　Strong working knowledge of various mathematical concepts

　　Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

　　Strong project management and organizational skills; able to prioritize and manage multiple tasks and projects on time

　　Exceptional interpersonal skills: able to navigate organizations to build relationships and garner support

　　Able to maintain an environment that drives performance and a safe workplace

　　Drive an environment of teamwork and open communication

　　OTHER REQUIREMENTS

　　Must be able to lift 30-50 pounds

　　Work up to a 10-hour workday: standing/walking most of the day

　　Hand use: single grasping, fine manipulation, pushing and pulling

　　Work requires the following motions: bending, twisting, squatting and reaching

　　Exposure to FDA approved cleaning chemicals

　　Exposure to temperatures: <32 degrees Fahrenheit

　　Ability to work in wet and dry conditions

　　Ability to work Monday-Friday, weekends when needed

　　Ability to use tools and equipment, including knives

　　Specific vision abilities, including close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus, required

　　North Coast Seafoods is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against otherwise qualified applicants on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, ancestry, age, sex, marital status, national origin, disability or handicap, or veteran status.

　　Benefits

　　At North Coast, employees consider themselves part of a family where everyone works together to ensure that the company's mission and founding values are upheld every day. We offer an inclusive work environment led by an accessible leadership team that believes in the idea that it's not just about the work we do, but what the work allows us to do for our loved ones.

　　We encourage the opportunity for real growth and long-term employment. Most of our management team members started at the plant and, through mentoring, rose to their current positions. We are currently looking to build the next generation of leaders.

　　We offer competitive compensation packages that include comprehensive health coverage, vacation and a 401(k) plan to all full-time, benefits-eligible employees. Employees also have access to the highest quality seafood at cost.

　　This is a full-time, non-exemptposition.