THEM is a rapidly growing, family-owned company with two locations in South Jersey. We collaborate with some of the biggest consumer packaged goods companies offering flexible packaging alternatives that continue to create breakthrough solutions in the packaging industry.

Our employees are our #1 asset, and we are committed to investing in our people, maintaining the highest safety standards and creating a culture and dynamic work environment where motivation and teamwork are keys to the continued success of the company. Our benefits package reflects the company’s commitment to its employees offering:

• competitive compensation
• employee raises based on performance
• quarterly bonuses based on company performance
• outstanding 401K with company contributions
• medical, dental, vision, prescription drug plan, FSA
• paid vacation
• paid holidays

We care about our employees and the world we all share. With heightened consumer awareness in the importance of “green” packaging and lowering the impact of packaging production and use on the environment, T.H.E.M. encourages sustainability in packaging production through:

• Ongoing efforts to achieve significant source reduction
• Recognizing supply chain impact on space utilization, storage, transportation and distribution
• Assuring consumer ability to recycle most, if not all, packaging components

Come join us and be a part of our family tradition of expertise, creativity, and drive to produce great packaging.

For more information, please visit our website at www.them.net.

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POSITION SUMMARY

As a QA Technician, this position will have ownership and overall responsibility for the quality of product in Primary/Secondary Packaging; i.e., inspection of product in process as well as inspection of finished product as per Batch Records and Master Run Sheet specifications. The QA Technician will be responsible for addressing quality issues and support and comply with all quality management systems, food safety and employee safety programs and other responsibilities, as assigned.

PRINCIPLE DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Assure consistent quality of production.
• Follow company Standard Operating Procedures and comply with Good Manufacturing Practices
• Inspect in process and finished product as specified in our Standard Operating Procedures and on Master Run Sheet
• Assure the effective completion and documentation of QA inspections on Batch Production Records entry to assure products adhere to quality specifications
• Perform magnet and screen inspections as specified in our HACCP program and documents results
• Perform Pre-Operational and Changeover inspections as required
• Perform scale calibrations, as needed
• Responsible for addressing quality issues as necessary.
• Take actions when there is a non-conformance to food safety requirements and/or product quality specifications, including placing products on hold, re-testing of products, and ensuring all actions taken are properly documented
• Responsible for releasing all incoming materials into production
• Follow all safety procedures.
• Maintain safe and efficient use of equipment and tools.
• Report any injury or accident and/or any unsafe conditions immediately to supervisor.
• Follow all Company policies and procedures
• Work shifts, as needed. Overtime required, as needed. Regular and appropriate attendance is expected.
• Commitment to Food Safety and Quality, GMP and SOP rules and regulations.
• Perform all other duties as assigned or needed.

QUALIFICATION/REQUIREMENTS

• High School Diploma and minimum 3 years experience in Quality Assurance in a food manufacturing, pharmaceutical or medical device environment
• Must be self motivated, possess high energy and be able to work in a high pace environment
• Must have excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Must be able to read and interpret basic written instructions and perform tasks and projects.
• Must be able to interact in a dynamic team environment
• Must have basic computer skills with Microsoft Word
• Support and comply with all quality management systems, food safety and employee safety programs.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND ENVIRONMENT

The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

• Physical Demands: Employee is required to be able to lift up to 25 lbs and work in both a seated and standing position. Must be able to twist/turn, reach over shoulders and stand/walk on a continual basis.
• Work Environment: This position requires one to work in a production and warehouse environment. There is a moderate level of noise.

GENERAL INFORMATION

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this position. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, and skills required of personnel so classified.