Quality Assurance Specialist

Position Overview Now Hiring: Food Quality Assurance Specialist Lowell, MA | $20.00 – $25.00 per hour (DOE) | Full-Time | 6:00 AM – 4:00 PM Help Ensure Every Product Meets the Highest Standards At PGI Foods , we're passionate about creating exceptional soups, sauces, and specialty food products that restaurants and grocery stores rely on every day. As we continue to grow, we're looking for a detail-oriented Food Quality Assurance Specialist to help ensure our products consistently meet the highest standards for quality, safety, and customer satisfaction. If you thrive in a fast-paced food manufacturing environment, have a keen eye for detail, and enjoy being part of a collaborative team, we'd love to hear from you. Who We Are PGI Foods is a dynamic and growing food manufacturer specializing in an extensive line of soups, sauces, and specialty food products. Our mission is to produce quality, culinary-driven products while serving as a trusted supplier and business partner to our customers. Why Join PGI Foods? Excellent Benefits 401(k) with Company Match Medical, Dental, Vision & Life Insurance Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Paid Time Off (PTO) Tuition Reimbursement Opportunities for career growth and advancement Collaborative and supportive team environment Your Impact The Food Quality Assurance Specialist plays a vital role in ensuring that every product leaving our facility reflects PGI Foods' commitment to quality, consistency, and food safety. Through routine testing, effective communication, and continuous improvement efforts, you'll help maintain customer trust and uphold the standards that define our brand. What You'll Do Perform routine quantitative and qualitative testing on kettle products, including consistency, pH levels, particulate distribution, and other quality measurements before packaging. Conduct sensory evaluations to ensure products meet established standards for flavor, texture, appearance, and overall quality. Support the development and maintenance of quality standards for soups, sauces, and specialty food products. Maintain accurate records of testing activities, findings, and corrective actions. Collaborate with Quality Assurance, Research & Development, and Commercialization teams to address quality concerns and improve product consistency. Identify opportunities to enhance production processes and participate in continuous improvement initiatives. Recognize non-conformances and communicate findings to production teams and supervisors. Assist with root cause analysis and the implementation of corrective and preventive actions. Monitor quality trends and report risks or concerns to leadership. Support fellow QA team members and contribute to a culture of accountability and excellence. What We're Looking For We're seeking someone who shares our passion for producing great food and our commitment to doing things the right way. Qualifications High school diploma or equivalent required; a degree in Food Science, Culinary Arts, or a related field is preferred. Previous experience in Quality Assurance or Quality Control within the food manufacturing industry is preferred. Experience working with soups, sauces, or similar food products is highly desirable. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. Exceptional attention to detail and organizational abilities. Excellent communication and teamwork skills. Knowledge of food safety regulations and quality systems such as HACCP and SQF is a plus. Fluent in written and spoken English. Bilingual English/Spanish skills are a plus. Join Our Team If you're looking for an opportunity to build your career with a company that values quality, teamwork, and continuous improvement, we encourage you to apply today. Join PGI Foods and help us deliver products our customers can trust—one batch at a time. PGI Foods is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local employment laws. We are committed to maintaining an inclusive workplace free from discrimination and harassment. Pay Range USD $20.00 - USD $25.00 /Hr. #J-18808-Ljbffr