We are always looking for talented, hardworking people to join the E.A. Sween family.

We are a family-oriented company that understands the significance of our employees and we are successful because of our incredibly committed team. We have a great opportunity to join our team as a Quality Assistant in our Eden Prairie Facility. This position is on 1st Shift - Monday - Thursday 5am-4pm.  OT as needed. 

E.A. Sween is an Equal Opportunity Employer – Minority/Female/Veteran/Disability

Summary:

The Quality Assistant is responsible for implementing portion control, net weight control and MAP control during the production process to ensure adherence to product recipes.  The Quality Assistant will monitor employee adherence to Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs) in the production rooms.

Detailed Description:

1. Execute assigned food safety, quality and continuous improvement activities to support the SQF Code as updated, regulatory requirements and customer requirements.

2. Responsible for food safety and quality during production.

3. Participate in process improvement Kaizen or similar events.

4. Follows all company policies and standard work procedures.

5. Assist in preparing the production line for shift start-up.  This includes bringing scales, O2/CO2 analyzer, thermometers, tubs, trays and utensil -with assistance from the Line Controller to the line.

6. Follow all GMPs and is responsible for monitoring GMP practices in the production rooms.

7. Monitors line and equipment cleanliness prior to start of day and after each break notifying the Line Controller or Production Lead of any issues.

8. Conducts portion control, net weight, MAP, temperature, scale accuracy at the line according to standard work. All checks will be done timely according to standard work.  Report problems to the Line controller, or Production Lead and QC. Severity of the issue may warrant contacting the production and quality supervisors.

9. Ensures line sanitizer dip stations have been filled prior to shift start up, and changed at break or more often as needed to ensure proper PPM strength.

10. Monitor reprocessing/rework processes for adherence to standard work procedures.

11. Assist other Quality Assistants as needed.

12. Communicate with the QC throughout the day for any changes or issues that may arise.

GMP TRAINING AND PPE: 

1. Completes all personal safety and food safety/GMP related training

2. Works safely and wears appropriate attire for QC position and PPE 

Requirements: 

1. Must have high school diploma or equivalent

2. Must be able to communicate (oral and written) in English

3. Previous Quality Control experience in a food-manufacturing environment is preferred

4. This position will be using compliance software on an iPad

5. Basic math skills required and ability to learn basic SPC skills required

6. Basic computer skills; Microsoft Word and Excel desired

7. Ability to analyze problems and find solutions

8. Must be able to work independently, complete work in a timely manner

9. Must be able to maintain an organized work area

10. All hires will need to submit and receive satisfactory results on a background check and drug screen

Physical Environment:

1. 95% of workday is spent on the RTE floor

2. Zero Safety Incidences of Team members

3. Overtime as required 

4. Must be able to work in cool conditions (35 to 45 degrees)

5. Must be able to be on feet majority of the day

6. Must be able to bend, turn, push, pull

7. Must be able to lift up to 40 lbs

8. Must be able to reach over head

9. Must be available to work a flexible schedule to include overtime as needed

COVID-19 considerations:

To keep our employees and guests safe, we have implemented temperature/visual screening upon entry, have face masks available upon request and are sanitizing work stations daily.