Incoming Trailer Inspection

The Shipping & Receiving Department conducts a documented inspection of all incoming trailers and their contents for security.  A comprehensive checklist is used to maintain thorough and consistent inspections.  Any physical, chemical or biological conditions which may render the shipment unfit for food use is held for QA (Quality Assurance) disposition.  QA will contact the supplier, the customer or both to discuss and determine the best course of action to be taken.

Incoming Ingredient Inspection

The QA Raw Material Technician approves and documents ingredients and packaging received from customer approved suppliers.  This process includes raw material sampling/testing, verification of COA (Certificate Of Analysis) with the approved customer requirements and verifies the materials/ingredients are stored in specified conditions.  Any issues discovered by the QA Tech will be held until QA contacts the customer to discuss proper course of action to be taken.

Ingredient Storage

Ingredients are stored as delineated by customer specifications or in accordance with GMPs and Allergen Control Protocol.  Grain-based materials are restacked every month.  Other ingredients are inspected and restacked every three (3) months.  If any nonconformity is found, those materials are segregated and held for QA disposition.