Food Quality Assurance Sample Technician

Nature's Touch Inc.

3d•Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking a dependable, proactive, and results-driven Quality Assurance Sampling Tech plays a vital role in ensuring the safety, quality, and compliance of food products by collecting, preparing, and analyzing samples throughout various stages of production. This position supports the quality assurance team by adhering to regulatory, customer, and internal standards to maintain the integrity of the food manufacturing process.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent required; associate's degree or coursework in food science, microbiology, chemistry, or related field preferred.
1-2 years of experience in food manufacturing or laboratory setting as quality control tech.
Understanding of food safety standards (e.g., GMP, HACCP, SQF, ISO).
Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
Ability to follow detailed instructions and procedures accurately.
Good communication and teamwork skills.
Comfortable working in various environments (production floor, cold storage, lab).
Proficient in using Microsoft Office and/or laboratory software systems.

Responsibilities

Promote Safety First
Foster a safe, positive, and productive workplace culture.
Ensure compliance with food safety and regulatory standards across all operations.
assist in sampling raw material (frozen fruits/vegetables) for micro and physical analysis. Must sample aseptically.
Record and maintain data using an iPad.
Candidate must be comfortable working in a cold environment (35-50F in cold dock and production for long periods, <0F in Freezer). We supply warm clothes, but we suggest wearing warm clothes.
Must be physically capable of lifting 30- and 40-pound cases of fruits/vegetables regularly.
Must be able to perform bending, lifting, stooping, eye, and hand coordination duties.