Technician I, Quality Assurance (1st shift)

Overview:THE ROLE:The Quality Assurance Technician (I) will be responsible for the sampling of components, physical testing of in-process materials and finished goods, reserve sample arrangements, related documentation and other tasks as assigned by management, while working in a team environment.HOW YOU WOULD CONTRIBUTE:• Support manufacturing and production operations.• Perform line inspections by adhering to GMPs and SOPs• Collect samples for submission to state regulatory agency.• Sample and perform inspections of components• Determine disposition of components and release or reject as appropriate• Performance of organoleptic and physical analyses to include brix, pH, LOD, and specific gravity determination.• Review of documentation test results for components and QA inspection documentation to assure material meets specifications• Ensure adherence with GMPs and SOPs; responsibilities include, performing sampling, inspection and documentation review activities as required• Assisting in determination of corrective action as required• Assist management in conducting formal procedural inquiries and investigations to determine the cause of quality problems, recommend verbal and/or written corrective action to management as required• Interact effectively with co-workers, management, and vendors to resolve problems• Assist management with development of departmental goals and objectives• Other duties as assignedWHATS SPECIAL ABOUT THE TEAM:Strong collaborative work environment dedicated to enhancing the teams skill sets.SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:NONEJob Qualifications:SKILLS AND BACKGROUND REQUIRED TO BE SUCCESSFUL:Skills:• Strong interpersonal and communication skills• Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in written English• Computer literacy, with solid PC and software experience• Ability to lift a minimum of 30lbs• Strong ability to work independently and as a team member under the pressure of manufacturingExperience:• Previous knowledge and understanding of Quality compliance• A minimum of one year experience in QA/QC.• Ability to problem solve efficiently in a production environment• Knowledge of basic cGMP and QA/QC regulations for the food, pharmaceutical or medical device industry.• Familiarity with safe work practices to include proper Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), allergen control, and proper sample handling and disposalEducation:• High School diploma or GED equivalentPREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:• Previous experience working in a food or dietary supplement manufacturing plant Quality Assurance setting• Bachelor's degree in Technical or Science related discipline• Better Process Control School Certification, HACCP, ASQ, Six Sigma, or applicable certifications• Experience with Oracle, Agile, Master Control• Proficiency in Microsoft Office products MS Windows, Word, and ExcelPHYSICAL DEMANDS:In general, the following physical demands are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to allow differently-abled individuals to perform the essential functions of the job.• Heavy office work, some lifting, considerable walking, some climbing around machinery.• Must be able to see, hear, speak and write clearly in order to communicate with employees and/or other customers.• Manual dexterity required.Moderate: Mostly standing, walking, bending, frequent liftingWORK ENVIRONMENT:In general, the following conditions of the work environment are representative of those that an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to allow differently-abled individuals to perform the essential functions of the job within the environment.#LI-JH1#teamherbalife#HerbalifeManufacturingUS Benefits Statement:Herbalife offers a variety of benefits to eligible employees in the U.S. (limited to the 50 States and the District of Columbia), which includes Group Health Programs, other Voluntary Benefit Programs, and Paid Time Off. Group Health Programs include Medical, Dental, Vision, Health Savings Account (HSA), Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA), Basic Life/AD&D; Short-Term and Long-Term Disability, and an Employee Assistance Program (EAP). Other Voluntary Benefit Programs include a 401(k) plan, Wellness Incentive Program, Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP), Supplemental Life/Critical Illness/Hospitalization/Accident Insurance, and Pet Insurance. Paid time off includes Company-observed U.S. Holidays, Floating Holidays, Vacation, Sick Time, a Volunteer Program, Paid Maternity and Paternity Leave, Bereavement Leave, Personal Leave and time off for voting.