Quality Technician (Food Manufacturing)

Client Overview Our client is a leading food manufacturing organization dedicated to delivering safe, high-quality products to consumers nationwide. Their success is driven by a culture of teamwork, accountability, and continuous improvement. They are currently seeking a Quality Technician (Food Manufacturing) to support quality assurance and food safety initiatives on their 2nd Shift team. Salary/Hourly Rate $22/hr - $24/hr Position Overview The Quality Technician will support quality assurance, food safety, and compliance activities within a manufacturing environment. The role works closely with production teams to ensure products meet internal quality standards and regulatory requirements while supporting continuous improvement initiatives and maintaining a safe, high-quality operation. The technician works Monday through Friday from 2:00 PM to 10:30 PM, with occasional overtime on Saturdays, and requires experience in a regulated manufacturing environment and a strong understanding of quality systems, inspections, and food safety standards. Responsibilities Monitor production processes to ensure compliance with quality and food safety standards. Perform product inspections, testing, sampling, and documentation reviews. Support investigations related to quality concerns and non-conformances. Assist with root cause analysis and implementation of corrective actions. Conduct audits of manufacturing, sanitation, and GMP practices. Collect and prepare samples for internal and external testing. Calibrate and verify production and laboratory equipment as needed. Support continuous improvement and quality system initiatives. Partner with operations teams to promote a culture of quality, food safety, and compliance. Required Experience and Skills High school diploma or equivalent required; Associate's or Bachelor's degree in a scientific field is a plus. Minimum 6 months of experience in Quality Assurance, Quality Control, Laboratory Operations, Food Manufacturing, Pharmaceutical Manufacturing, or a regulated production environment. Basic understanding of Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs), food safety, and quality systems. Experience with inspections, sampling, testing, documentation review, or other quality-related activities. Knowledge of HACCP, sanitation programs, environmental monitoring, and regulatory compliance requirements. Ability to work 2nd shift and provide occasional flexibility for weekends or alternate shift coverage as needed. Preferred Experience and Skills Bachelor's degree in Food Science, Biology, Chemistry, or a related scientific discipline. Experience conducting audits, investigations, root cause analysis, and corrective actions. Experience supporting continuous improvement initiatives within a manufacturing environment. Familiarity with quality management systems, ERP systems, or production tracking software. Education Requirements Bachelor's degree in Food Science, Biology, Chemistry, or a related scientific field preferred, or 2+ years of experience in food manufacturing. Benefits Eligible for medical, dental, vision, 401(k), and paid time off benefits. #J-18808-Ljbffr