Quality Assurance Technician

Job description:

We are looking for detail-oriented individuals who are passionate about ensuring the highest quality standards in food and beverage manufacturing. This full-time position (1 PM - 9 PM) offers a shift differential for those working the 2nd shift. If you have a knack for quality inspection and a commitment to food safety, we want to hear from you!

Responsibilities

• Perform in-process and finished product inspections to ensure compliance with food safety and quality standards
• Monitor and document Critical Control Points (CCPs) and Preventive Controls in accordance with HACCP plans
• Conduct pre-operational inspections to verify sanitation and food safety readiness
• Accurately complete quality records, logs, and production documentation to support audit requirements
• Verify compliance with GMPs (Good Manufacturing Practices) and company food safety policies
• Identify and document non-conforming product or processes, and escalate issues as needed
• Conduct and verify metal detection checks to ensure product safety
• Participate in root cause investigations and corrective actions for quality deviations
• Support SQF, FDA, and customer audit preparation and compliance activities
• Collect product samples and assist with testing and environmental monitoring programs
• Communicate quality concerns clearly and professionally with production and leadership teams

Qualifications

• Previous experience in quality assurance or food safety within a food manufacturing environment strongly preferred
• Working knowledge of HACCP, SQF, GMPs, and food safety regulations
• Strong attention to detail with the ability to maintain accurate and audit-ready documentation
• Ability to identify deviations and follow established procedures for escalation
• Comfortable working on the production floor in a fast-paced environment
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal
• Basic computer skills for data entry and documentation systems

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with SQF-certified facilities
• Familiarity with food safety audits and regulatory inspections

Schedule

2nd Shift: 1:00 PM – 9:00 PM (or until production is complete)