Lead Quality Assurance Technician (Day shift)

Lead Quality Assurance Technician (Day shift) Shift: Monday - Friday, 7:00 AM – 3:30 PM. Onboarding: Structured 4–5 day program, typically 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM, completed during the first week. Position Summary: As a Lead Quality Assurance Technician, you will guide QA activities on the production floor to ensure products meet the highest safety, consistency, and compliance standards. You support inspections, documentation, and team training while resolving issues in real time. Responsibilities: Coordinate QA technician activities and lead the department when needed. Perform in-process testing, AQL inspections, and batch record reviews. Submit samples for analytical and microbiological testing. Approve pre-startup checks and release work orders. Conduct daily audits and floor walks to ensure compliance. Support training and provide guidance on GMPs, SOPs, and documentation practices. Communicate with teams to resolve errors and maintain standards. Follow safety rules, Good Manufacturing Practices, SOPs, and company policies. Perform other duties as assigned. Requirements: High school diploma or GED required; associate or bachelor’s degree preferred. 3–5 years of experience in manufacturing quality assurance. Able to lift up to 50 lbs and move throughout your shift. Comfortable working around powders, chemicals, and food allergens. Flexible to work overtime based on business needs. Skills: Comfortable using computers, tablets, and MS Office programs. Experience with systems like SAP, Oracle, AS400, PQM, or Captiva preferred. Strong attention to detail and organization. Basic math skills. Excellent communication and teamwork skills. Able to adapt to change and look for ways to improve processes. Compensation: Approximate hourly pay $27.64. Final compensation may vary based on factors including knowledge, skills, and geographic location. Performance-based incentives and a competitive total rewards package are offered, including 401(k) with company match and health coverage. Benefits: The position includes a benefits package that may vary depending on the role. For more information, visit the company's career site. EEO Statement: The Nestlé Companies are equal employment opportunity employers. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Prior to the next step in the recruiting process, we welcome you to inform us confidentially if you may require special accommodations in order to participate fully in our recruitment experience. Contact View email address on click.appcast.io or dial 711 and provide this number to the operator: View phone number on click.appcast.io. Visa Sponsorship: This position is not eligible for Visa Sponsorship. #J-18808-Ljbffr Nestlé SA