Quality Assurance Technician

Job Details Job Location: Top Tier Ingredients LLC - Hancock, WI 54943 Position Type: Full Time Job Shift: Nights (5 pm to 5 am) Do you have experience as a Quality Assurance Technician working in a food manufacturing facility or food processing environment? Top Tier Ingredients in Hancock, WI is hiring a Night Shift QA Technician. Be part of a hardworking team producing high-quality potato flakes and potato flour while working in a safe and fast‑paced environment where your work helps deliver quality products to customers across the country. In this role, you will be responsible for ensuring food ingredients produced meet quality and safety standards by performing quality control tests and other tasks in accordance with Quality Assurance Standards while working in compliance with regulatory and company guidelines. This is an excellent opportunity for individuals with a strong background in food safety, quality control, and GMP practices who are looking to grow their career in a dynamic and supportive environment. We encourage qualified candidates who are dedicated to quality food manufacturing and continuous improvement to apply! Schedule & Compensation Duration: Full‑time - Permanent Position Hours: 5pm to 5am (12‑hour shifts) Workdays: 2‑2‑3 Shift Schedule. Approx. 36‑48 hours. 3Day Weekend every other week off Friday, Saturday, and Sunday! The work schedule may vary depending on the time of year and product demand. Wage: Based on Experience Core Responsibilities Sample Collection & Testing: Retrieve, test, and record quality control samples of raw materials, in‑process items, and finished goods to ensure all products meet Top‑Tier’s quality standards and customer requirements. Batch Record Verification: Review ingredient batch's to confirm correct ingredients, materials, and formulations are used in compliance with production specifications. In‑Process Quality Checks: Conduct and document Critical Control Point (CCP) and Critical Processing Check (CPC) verifications at various production stages such as cooking, blending, and packaging. Sanitation Verification: Perform pre‑operational inspections to verify that all equipment, food‑contact surfaces, utensils, and production areas are properly cleaned and sanitized before production begins; identify and report sanitation deficiencies. Conduct in‑process sanitation checks to ensure continued compliance with hygiene standards during production, including monitoring personnel practices (e.g., glove changes, handwashing) and equipment cleanliness. Support environmental monitoring activities as needed. Deviation Reporting: Document and report any deviations, process abnormalities, or product non‑conformances in accordance with SOPs and Top‑Tier policies. GMP Compliance: Monitor and enforce Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs) across all departments; coach and support team members to maintain hygiene and food safety compliance. R&D Trial Support: Accurately record process parameters and observations during Research & Development (R&D) production runs to support formulation trials and process validation. Workplace Safety: Maintain a clean and safe working environment. Report safety concerns and take proper action regarding any unsafe equipment, processes, or behaviors. Knowledge, Skills & Abilities High school diploma or GED required. Familiarity with food safety systems such as HACCP, GMPs, SSOPs, SQF, and SPC (Statistical Process Control). Ability to work independently with minimal supervision while maintaining accuracy and accountability. Supports and participates in Continuous Improvement initiatives. Strong attention to detail with accurate data entry skills and proficiency in Microsoft Office and digital quality systems. Perform basic to intermediate math calculations related to weight verification and ingredient batching. Strong verbal and written communication skills in English. Ability to work collaboratively in a fast‑paced, team‑oriented production environment. Valid driver’s license required; candidates must be eligible to pass a motor vehicle record review. Education & Experience 1 year of experience in a food manufacturing environment. 6‑12 months of experience in quality control in a food processing environment is preferred. Physical & Environmental Requirements Ability to regularly stand, walk, and communicate throughout each shift. Must be able to frequently climb stairs and ladders, walk on catwalks, work on and around plant equipment, handle objects, maintain balance, and perform a variety of physical activities, including bending, kneeling, crouching, and crawling as needed to complete assigned job duties. Ability to work safely in areas of the facility that may involve exposure to hot temperatures, wet or humid conditions, high noise levels, vibration, elevated or confined spaces, strong odors, hazardous chemicals, and moving machinery. Requires effective near and far visual acuity, distinguish color, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to shift and maintain visual focus. Ability to lift up to 25lbs. to 50lbs. regularly, and up to 100lbs. occasionally. Requires the ability to clearly understand verbal and written communication from others. Must be able to clearly understand and communicate instructions in verbal and written English. Must be 18 years or older at time of hire. Benefits Eight Paid Holidays 80 Hours of Paid Time Off Health, vision, and dental insurance 401(k) And More! Work Location & Commute Top Tier Ingredients, LLC. is located at 941 3rd Avenue, Hancock, WI 54943, in Adams County near the border of Waushara County. The facility is approximately: Less than 20‑minutes from Bancroft, Coloma, or Plainfield. About 30 minutes from Adams, Almond, Necedah, Nekoosa, Wautoma, Westfield, or Wild Rose. About 35‑40 minutes from Red Granite, Stevens Point, or Wisconsin Rapids. Equal Employment Opportunity Statement Top Tier Ingredients, LLC provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. #J-18808-Ljbffr