QA Technician

Job Responsibilities:

• Sample and test raw materials, in-process items, and finished products to ensure they meet specifications
• Conduct cleaning validations and line clearances using ATP and other methods
• Support internal audits related to GMP and HACCP
• Record and evaluate test data, and report any deviations from specifications
• Assist in collecting and analyzing data for continuous improvement efforts
• Collaborate with operations, maintenance, engineering, and quality teams to ensure sanitation, pest control, and other policies are properly followed
• Help develop, review, and train on standard operating procedures, work instructions, and forms
• Promote and support a strong food safety culture within the plant
• Manage document control, including issuing manufacturing records, reviewing and approving batch records, maintaining logs, and ensuring proper filing of all documentation
• Review and approve lab analysis reports for raw materials and finished products
• Follow and enforce all company GMPs and SOPs
• Perform additional duties as assigned

Preferred Experience:

• Preferred: Two years of experience as a quality inspector or technician in a manufacturing setting
• Experience in an FDA-regulated environment
• Knowledge of federal and state food safety regulations, including HACCP and GFSI
• Experience with food safety and defense programs
• Ability to maintain confidentiality, meet deadlines, and work effectively in a team environment
• Strong attention to detail and leadership skills
• Problem-solving and decision-making ability
• Comfortable in a fast-paced setting with changing priorities
• Strong written and verbal communication skills; must have legible handwriting
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially Excel
• Strong organizational and time management skills
• Analytical and results-driven mindset
• Ability to apply basic math and statistical concepts
• Physically capable of lifting up to 75 pounds
• Able to stand for the entire shift and perform physical tasks including bending, kneeling, climbing, and reaching
• Ability to distinguish subtle color differences
• Must be able to wear a respirator and hearing protection as needed
• Safety shoes required in production areas (not provided by company)
• Willingness to work flexible hours, including nights and weekends
• Fluent in English; Spanish fluency is a plus
• Must possess a valid U.S. driver’s license
• High school diploma or GED required