Quality Assurance Specialist - Food Manufacturing

Job Description

Job Description

Overview

Now Hiring: Quality Assurance Specialist – Food Manufacturing

???? Lowell, MA
???? $20.00–$25.00/hour, depending on experience
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Help Us Deliver Safe, High-Quality Food Every Day

Are you passionate about food quality and food safety ? Do you have a sharp eye for detail and enjoy working in a fast-paced manufacturing environment?

PGI Foods is looking for a Quality Assurance Specialist to join our growing Quality team in Lowell, MA. In this hands-on position, you'll help ensure our soups, sauces, and specialty food products consistently meet established standards for quality, taste, consistency, and food safety .

This is a great opportunity for someone with Quality Assurance, Quality Control, food manufacturing, or related experience who wants to build a long-term career with a company that values quality, teamwork, and employee development.

What PGI Foods Offers

• $20.00–$25.00/hour , depending on experience
• Full-time day shift: 6:00 AM–4:00 PM
• 401(k) with company match
• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Tuition reimbursement
• Career growth and advancement opportunities
• Supportive, team-oriented work environment

What You'll Do

As a Quality Assurance Specialist , you'll play an important role in monitoring product quality and helping ensure our manufacturing processes consistently meet company and food safety standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform quality inspections and testing of soups, sauces, and specialty food products prior to packaging
• Measure product characteristics such as consistency, pH, particulate distribution, and other quality specifications
• Conduct sensory evaluations for taste, texture, aroma, and appearance
• Accurately record quality testing results and maintain production and quality documentation
• Identify product non-conformances and communicate findings to Production leadership
• Assist with root cause investigations and corrective actions
• Partner with Quality Assurance, R&D, and Production teams to improve product consistency and manufacturing processes
• Monitor quality trends and identify potential issues before they affect production
• Help maintain compliance with food safety, quality, and manufacturing programs
• Follow established GMP, sanitation, safety, and quality procedures

What We're Looking ForRequired Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED
• Previous Quality Assurance or Quality Control experience , preferably in food manufacturing
• Strong attention to detail and excellent organizational skills
• Strong communication and problem-solving abilities
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced production environment
• Ability to accurately document test results and follow established procedures
• Fluent in English

Preferred Qualifications

• Degree or coursework in Food Science, Culinary Arts, or a related field
• Experience working with soups, sauces, or similar food products
• Knowledge of HACCP, SQF, GMPs, or other food safety programs
• Previous experience in food manufacturing or production
• Bilingual English/Spanish is a plus

Make an Impact on Product Quality

Every product that leaves PGI Foods represents the company's commitment to quality. As a Quality Assurance Specialist , you'll help protect that standard by ensuring products are safe, consistent, and ready to reach our customers.

You'll work closely with Quality, Production, and R&D teams , gaining valuable experience while helping improve products and manufacturing processes.

If you're detail-oriented, quality-focused, and ready to grow your career in food manufacturing and quality assurance , we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today and become part of the PGI Foods team!

PGI Foods is an Equal Opportunity Employer and welcomes applicants from all backgrounds.