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Ready to join a US Best Managed Company?! Kent Precision Foods Group, a member of the Kent Corporation family of companies has a great opportunity that offers excellent benefits to join their team as a Quality Control Technician!

• Evaluates all batch and finished good samples per specifications.
• Evaluates all raw materials per specifications. Compares COA results to specification.
• Maintains accurate records of all test results and generates certificates of analysis per customer request.
• Routinely conducts in-house and customer sanitation Quality audits. Audits all food handling areas for compliance.
• Initiates Set-up sheets and updates as needed.
• Conducts calibration and verification of laboratory equipment.
• Arrange delivery of samples for outside testing
• Conducts daily scale and metal detector checks of the packing room equipment.
• Evaluates production lines for all Quality procedures and specification requirements.
• Audits and assures employee compliance to GMP guidelines. Assists with monthly food and employee safety.
• Audits sanitation of blending and production equipment.
• Assists in other areas including Operations and Administrative.
• Supports management with the upkeep of Kosher and Halal certifications.
• Reviews ingredients and finished product for age. Aids in the handle of obsolescent materials.
• Plays active role in the Recall and Mock Recall procedures.
• Creating and researching continuous improvement efforts for Quality and Operations.
• Able to effectively and accurately enter production reporting into database system.
• Other duties as manager sees fit.

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