Quality Assurance Specialist

LOD Staffing has openings for Quality Assurance Lead 

The Quality Assurance Specialist is responsible for performing numerous essential functions to ensure the safety and quality of all incoming materials and finished products used and produced by the plant. Quality Assurance Specialist answers to the Quality Assurance Lead and Quality Systems Coordinator and must adhere to all company policies, standard operating procedures and customer regulations and specifications.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Minimum Qualifications

• Must possess basic math and computer skills, and be able to read and analyze process charts, graphs, and logs.

• Must possess good analytical and logical problem-solving skills.

• Must have excellent oral and written skills at a technical and general level.

• Bilingual English / Spanish speaking skills a plus.

• Leadership skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• 6 months to 1year experience in quality assurance in a food processing environment.

HACCP Certified or be able to become HACCP Certified.

Working Environment

• Frequently requires standing, lifting, walking, reaching, stooping, bending, smelling, listening, speaking, and seeing to perform the essential job duties.

• Work conditions vary, quitting time will vary based upon production needs, and flexibility is critical. Temperatures range about 40 degrees in processing departments.

• Exposure to potentially dangerous machinery and equipment is present in the plant. Potential electrical, mechanical, and chemical hazards are also present. The noise level is high and constant. Floors are damp and slick.

• Must be able to bend, stoop, pull and lift up to 20 lbs., and to stand for long periods of time. 

• All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, ethnicity, age, national origin, citizenship, religion, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, family structure, marital status, ancestry, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran or military status, or any other basis prohibited by federal, state, or local law.

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Physical and Mental Requirements

• Exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or a negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects, including the human body.

• Must be able to stand, walk, sit, handling, reach outward, reach above shoulder, crawl, squat/Kneel, bend, push and pull frequently. Maintain body equilibrium to prevent falling when walking, standing, or crouching on work surface.

• Ability to use upper and lower extremities to move or transport 25 to 50 pounds, including pressing against something to force it in a forward, downward or outward position or drag, haul 25 to 50 pounds.

• Ability to bend the body downward and forward by bending spine at waist, and bending legs at knees and moving extremities in any direction

• Ability to withstand physical demands on the body, including being in a stationary and/or standing position most of the day

• Ability to express and exchange ideas by means of the spoken word, including where detailed or important spoken instructions must be conveyed to other workers accurately, loudly or quickly.

• Ability to understand, remember and apply oral and/or written instructions or other information

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Other Requirements

• Vision (near, distance)

• Sense of Sound (answering phone, fire alarms, horns)

Company Description

Labor On Demand, Inc. d.b.a. LOD Staffing is a knowledgeable and passionate employment agency servicing the Austin and San Antonio metropolitan area. For nearly two decades, we have strived to bring the right people together with the right jobs. Whether it is an opportunity for a new career, seasonal work, or a part-time gig to provide extra income, we take extraordinary pride in matching you with a position that satisfies your employment needs. Join our team today and let us help you find your next exciting career opportunity. We look forward to meeting you!

EEO Statement

Employees of Labor on Demand Inc. are protected by federal laws, Presidential Executive Orders, and other laws designed to protect employees from discrimination on the basis of race, religion, color, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), sexual orientation, parental status, national origin, age, disability, family medical history or genetic information, political affiliation, military service, or any other non-merit-based factor. These protections extend to all management practices and decisions, including recruitment and hiring practices, appraisal systems, promotions, and training and career development programs.

Employees of Labor on Demand Inc. are also protected against retaliation. Consistent with federal laws, acts of retaliation against an employee who engages in a protected activity whistle blowing, or the exercise of any appeal or grievance right provided by law will not be tolerated. Managers and supervisors of Labor on Demand Inc. are also reminded of their responsibility to prevent, document, and promptly correct harassing conduct in the workplace.