McCormick & Company, Inc., a global leader in the spice, flavor, and seasonings industry, is seeking a full-time Quality Control Technician. This new hire will work in Zatarain's, located at 82 1st Street in Gretna, LA. This role will report to a Quality Team Manager.

McCormick & Company, Incorporated is a global leader in flavor with approximately 14,000 employees worldwide. With over $6 billion in annual sales across 160 countries and territories, we manufacture, market, and distribute spices, seasoning mixes, condiments, and other flavorful products to the entire food industry including e-commerce, retail,food manufacturers and foodservice businesses. Our most popular brands include McCormick, French's, Frank's RedHot, Stubb's, OLD BAY, Lawry's, Zatarain's, Ducros, Vahiné, Cholula, Schwartz, Kamis, DaQiao, Club House, Aeroplane, and Gourmet Garden. Every day, no matter where or what you eat or drink, you can enjoy food flavored by McCormick. Our Purpose is "To Stand Together for the Future of Flavor and our Vision is "A World United by Flavor—where healthy, sustainable and delicious go hand in hand."

As a company recognized for its exceptional commitment to employees, McCormick offers a wide variety of benefits, programs, and services. Benefits include, but are not limited to, tuition assistance, medical, dental, vision, disability, group life insurance, 401(k), profit sharing, paid holidays, and vacations.

DESCRIPTION OF POSITION:

The Quality Control Technician position exists to work with production and shipping department personnel to ensure the overall quality of raw materials, in process materials and finished goods.  Under the general supervision of the Quality Control Manager, this individual must be able to remain fully attentive of their work surroundings while working at a steady pace.  They must be able to multitask and learn different work assignments.  Individuals must be able to adapt to various work assignments; must keep their work area clean and follow all safety and Good Manufacturing guidelines.  In addition, individuals must work well with others in a supportive team environment to meet production, quality and quantity standards, while reducing waste and rework and minimizing downtime.

 

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Ensures raw materials, in process materials and finished goods meet quality specifications. Performs daily evaluation checks on assigned production lines or work areas. Conducts lab analysis of items produced. Inspects incoming shipments of packaging materials, raw materials and truck trailers for package integrity, infestation, appearance, and odors.  Maintain accurate required documentation. Perform inspection and disposition of customer returns. Perform daily housekeeping duties in the work area and occasional housekeeping duties in the plant or warehouse areas including sweeping, vacuuming, and collecting trash. Operate equipment in a safe manner and ensure the equipment is in good working order by checking and reporting equipment problems. Follow all safety and Good Manufacturing guidelines.

 

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:  

Must be able to lift 6-7 pounds on a frequent basis and 40 pounds occasionally. Must have the ability to read, write and perform simple math calculations. Must be detailed oriented and have the ability to follow established procedures. Must be able to communicate effectively and work well with others. Must be able to work in a dusty environment with strong odors. Must be able to work overtime on a frequent basis and on weekends as required by scheduling/production demands. Must be able to bend, stoop and climb stairs.

 

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

High School diploma or G.E.D. equivalent. 1-2 years college preferred.

 

McCormick & Company is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.

As a general policy, McCormick does not offer employment visa sponsorships upon hire or in the future.