FSQ Tech II

Join to apply for the FSQ Tech II role at Blount Fine Foods Blount Fine Foods is a family‑owned and operated manufacturer, marketer, and developer of premium fresh prepared foods. We bring restaurant‑quality products to America, including single‑serve grab‑n‑go fresh soups, mac & cheese, and entrées in grocery stores, as well as for hot bars and restaurants. We offer specialty certifications such as organic, gluten‑free, and low sodium. Join a proven team for growth, success, and a satisfying career! The pay range for this job is $20.00 to $20.50 per hour. THIS IS A FIRST SHIFT OPPORTUNITY. HOURS ARE 5am-2pm Summary: Assists FSQ Management in the maintenance of overall product quality and safety. Assists in the effective completion of tasks and documentation of FSQ responsibilities. Essential Duties and Responsibilities Receives leadership and daily direction from shift FSQ Sr. Technician & Supervisor. Routinely observes production activities to assure consistency and conformance to standards, as well as providing improvement suggestions. Assists in the effective completion and documentation of daily, weekly, and monthly scheduled tasks as required. Notifies FSQ Sr. Tech or Tech Level 3 when non‑conformances are noted, assists with scheduling product evaluations, and assuring proper documentation. Assists Quality Management with verification and validation by collecting the required data. Performs required finished product testing and effective completion of documentation and data entry. Maintains the condition of the FSQ supplies required for daily operation. Organizes finished product retains. Conducts Food Safety Inspections in the production environment (i.e., inter‑batch cleaning). Conducts Daily, Weekly and Monthly tasks. Executes visual chemistry tests on raw materials, water sources, in‑process samples, environmental samples and finished products. May be responsible for performing QPE and Packout auditing for batch adherence and label and code quality. Tracks, verifies and enters data of raw material specification and COAs. Informs the team of raw material issues. Operates, maintains and calibrates laboratory instruments as required. Ensures compliance of incoming labels and packaging. May complete FSQ related production records to assure conformance to requirements. Inspects finished product for food safety hazards including foreign material. Files QA documentation as requested. Other duties with similar skill, work conditions, and responsibilities as assigned. Education and/or Experience High School Diploma preferred. Food handling experience preferred. Manufacturing experience preferred. Customer service experience welcomed. Our Total Compensation Package Includes Medical, dental and vision benefits. 401(k) with company match. Paid time off including vacation, sick time, and holidays. Education Assistance Program. Life Insurance and Short‑Term Disability. Discounts on Blount products at company retail locations. Seniority Level Entry level Employment Type Full-time Job Function Engineering and Information Technology Industries Manufacturing, Food and Beverage Manufacturing, and Warehousing and Storage #J-18808-Ljbffr Blount Fine Foods