Quality Assurance LAB Technician

2nd Shift Quality Assurance Lab Technician IIThe Neil Jones Food Company is an industry leader, processing superior quality fresh-packed, vine-ripened California tomatoes and Pacific Northwest fruit. Headquartered in Vancouver, Washington, NJFC has been providing our nation's discerning foodservice, retail, industrial and institutional customers with the finest quality canned and pouched products for over 50 years. NJFC operates three production facilities: Northwest Packing in Vancouver, WA; San Benito Foods, in Hollister, CA; and Toma-Tek in Firebaugh, CA.We are looking for a part-time 2nd Shift Quality Assurance Lab Technician II to be responsible for the grading of processed and raw fruit products in accordance with standard operating procedures; recording, checking and retrieval of QA information. Performs laboratory analyses on samples and related work associated with monitoring and sampling. Ensures timely and accurate documentation is completed at our Northwest Packing plant in Vancouver, WA. This is a swing shift part-time job – (full time 40 hours during our fresh pack season, typically July – November, and when running production off season, part time the rest of the year).Key Responsibilities:Promote food safety culture as a top priority at all times and in all situations through consistent conversations, communications, and actionsIndependently perform QA testing and verification for Brix, pH, turbidity, viscosity, and other routine analysesExecute and own pre-op inspections, including documentation and release recommendationConduct GMP audits and initiate immediate corrective actions on the floorPerform CCP and sanitation verifications; identify and respond to OOS conditionsRequirements:Minimum 1–3 years of experience in food manufacturing quality assurance, food safety, or laboratory testing required.High school diploma or equivalent required: associate degree or coursework in food science, microbiology, or a related field preferred.Strong understand of GMPs. HACCP principles, CCPs, and food safety systems.Ability to independently perform routine QA testing, inspections, and verify compliance to specifications.Strong attention to detail with accurate documentation and ability to communicate effectively across production and QA teamsBenefits:Eligible for paid sick leaveApplicants have rights under Federal Employment LawsFamily and Medical Leave Act (FMLA)Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO)Employee Polygraph Protection Act (EPPA)The Neil Jones Food Company participates in E-VerifyE-Verify ParticipationIf You Have the Right to Work, Don't Let Anyone Take It AwayWe are an Equal Opportunity and Fair Chance Employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, disability, age, citizenship status, genetic information, military or veteran status, and other protected status under applicable law. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.