QA TECHNICIAN

Description QUALITY CONTROL TECHNICIAN Location: Madisonville, LA Department: Quality Schedule: 4:00am-12:30pm Pay: Starting at $18/hour (commensurate with experience) BUILD YOUR CAREER WITH DFS At Diversified Foods & Seasonings (DFS), food is more than what we make—it’s what brings our people, our history, and our passion together. We are looking for people who want more than just a job. We want team members who take pride in their work, want opportunities to learn and grow, and are ready to be part of a team committed to producing quality food and winning together. WHY WORK AT DFS? Competitive Pay Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k), etc. Holiday Pay Effective Immediately Weekends Off – unless overtime is necessary Paid Time Off Growth & Advancement Opportunities Employee Training & Development Opportunities Opportunities to build new skills and grow your career within DFS A team environment where employees and their contributions matter OUR VALUES Integrity We do the right thing—always with honesty, fairness, and accountability. Culinary Heritage We are proud of the Louisiana culinary traditions and entrepreneurial spirit that shaped our company and continue to inspire our passion for flavor, quality, hospitality, and innovation. Passion for Food We take pride in creating great-tasting, high-quality, and innovative food products that delight our customers. Pride in Our People We invest in our people, treat each other with respect, and build teams that win together.. Personal Commitment We take ownership, follow through, and deliver on our commitments—no excuses.. Continuous Learning We challenge the status quo and continuously improve how we work, lead, and perform. Winning Orientations We are results-driven, celebrate success, and hold ourselves accountable when we fall short. ABOUT THE POSITION The QC technician supports food safety and product quality by inspecting materials and products, completing quality tests, maintaining accurate records, and helping ensure DFS standards are consistently met. WHAT YOU'LL DO Perform and document quality and food safety inspections of raw materials, ingredients, in-process products, finished products, equipment, and facility areas. Conduct required product testing and evaluations, including weights, temperatures, seals, chemical, organoleptic, and other assigned analyses. Verify production and QC documentation, lot codes, product specifications, FIFO, shelf life, allergen controls, storage practices, and material traceability. Monitor compliance with DFS SOPs, GMPs, SSOPs, HACCP plans, and food safety requirements; identify and document non-conforming conditions. Place non-conforming materials or products on QC Hold, maintain required records, and communicate quality or food safety concerns to appropriate leadership. Inspect, verify, and calibrate assigned QC and laboratory equipment and support required facility, warehouse, shipping/receiving, and food safety audits. Maintain accurate QC records and data, support employee training, and assist with additional quality and food safety activities as assigned. Perform other duties as assigned WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR High school diploma or GED required; education or experience in Quality, Food Science, Manufacturing, or a related field preferred. Basic computer and data-entry skills with the ability to accurately complete inspections, testing, calculations, and documentation. Strong attention to detail with the ability to identify product, material, food safety, and quality concerns. Knowledge of or ability to learn GMP, HACCP, SSOP, allergen control, FIFO, product specifications, and food manufacturing requirements. Strong communication, organization, and problem-solving skills with the ability to work effectively across Production, Warehouse, and Quality teams. Ability to follow testing procedures, use and calibrate QC/laboratory equipment, and maintain accurate records.. Ability to safely perform the physical requirements of the position and work in a fast-paced food manufacturing environment. Must have adequate vision, hearing, and color recognition to safely perform job duties. WHAT SUCCESS LOOKS LIKE AT DFS Show up ready to contribute and be part of the team Take pride in doing quality work Put safety and food quality first Are willing to learn and develop new skills Communicate and work well with others Take ownership of their responsibilities Look for opportunities to improve Want to grow with the company #J-18808-Ljbffr