Quality Technician - 2nd Shift - Haribo of America : Job Details

Come join HARIBO of America's first ever North American factory! Located on-site in Pleasant Prairie, Wisconsin, the Quality Technician plays a key role in food safety. Reporting to the Quality Supervisor, the Quality Technician is responsible for conducting testing procedures before, during, and after manufacturing processes of both raw materials and products to ensure that products comply with required quality standards with minimal downtime. This role is coordinates and executes the quality program designed to ensure the safe production of HARIBO of America brands, consistent with established standards.The original and iconic HARIBO Goldbears, created in 1922, have delighted kids and grown-ups for 100 years! Our associates are our most valuable asset. At HARIBO of America we are committed to a comprehensive benefit program that helps our employee stay healthy, feel secure, and maintain a positive work life balance. We provide fully paid health insurance premiums, 11 paid Holiday plus Paid Time Off/PTO, competitive 401(k), tuition reimbursement, and more. Additionally, we offer community involvement opportunities and career growth opportunities.Responsibilities:Measure and monitor processes and products through the utilization of testing and procedures.Perform incoming goods, in process and finished product inspections per approved proceduresPerform sensory, physical, and packaging evaluations.Ensures that lab documents and lab data (paper and electronic) are properly classified, controlled, and stored.Performs analysis of samples as required using analytical instrumentation and benchtop methodologies.Ensure that all the measures to guarantee finished products' compliance with specifications are properly executed.Perform and/or verify equipment calibration per established procedures and frequencies as directed.Work collaboratively in a cross functional environment to mitigate food safety opportunities as needed.Qualifications:Preferred: Bachelor's degree in Biology or Food Science. Alternatively, a minimum of 2 years of experience in a Quality role at an FDA/USDA-regulated manufacturing facility, along with a high school diploma, will be considered.Experience in a Quality Control factory and/or laboratory testing environment preferred.Must have strong written, analytical and verbal communication skills.FSSC 22000/ISO 22000 Knowledge, HACCP Certification and/or experience.Demonstrate proficiency in Excel, PowerPoint, or similar tools.Demonstrated ability to collaboratively work cross-functionally across departments is required.Proven ability to utilize systems and good administrative practices to maintain an efficient work schedule.Demonstrated ability to be resourceful and professionally persistent; able to problem solve and search for solutions using internal and external network/sources.Demonstrated ability to work independently with little supervision.Strong organizational skills required.The Happy World of HARIBO is more than a business; we're family. We always have been, since our founding in 1920. For the last 100 years, while we've expanded internationally and created over 1,000 confectionery treats, we've known our talented Associates are behind our greatest successes. That's why we're committed to investing in their growth, development and career opportunities.At HARIBO, you're empowered to charter your own path with mentoring and support from colleagues throughout the business. We encourage you to try new things, think of possibilities and aim higher – all while having fun delivering moments of childlike happiness to our gummi fans in the U.S.Our core values and focus on long-term success continue to guide the way we do business every day. Our success story is rooted in our teams, and giving them the autonomy, support and freedom to make the best decisions for our consumers, customers and each other.We give back to the places where we live and work. We listen to our consumers and get excited about innovation. We encourage diverse schools of thought and nurture inclusivity. We work to inspire joy through sweet treats that are fun to share. Want to know more about us? Please visit Haribo.com.We'd love to hear more about you.What can you expect?You will be part of a successful family-run company with core values that is growing internationally faster than ever before. We nurture long-term associate relationships, work-life blend, rich learning environment, and a tangible impact in the company's success.ABOUT YOU:Are you looking to make a meaningful impact with your work? Do you thrive in a fast-paced environment? Are you a people-person with a passion for business development? Does working in growing organization excite you? If the answer is yes, then this is the job for you! Working at HARIBO inspires childlike happiness through the impactful work, dedication, and passion for our brand. Come join our team, where our associates are our greatest asset!HARIBO of America, Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and maintains a Drug-Free Workplace. Employment at HARIBO of America, Inc. is subject to post offer, pre-employment drug testing. The Company's policy is not to discriminate against any applicant or employee based on race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (40 and over), disability, military status, including protected veteran status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. HARIBO also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. It is also HARIBO's policy to comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions .HARIBO is committed to recruiting, hiring and promoting people with disabilities and veterans. 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