Food Quality Technician

PGI Foods•Lowell, MA

5d•$20 - $24•Onsite

About The Position

PGI Foods is looking for a Food Quality Technician to join their Quality team in Lowell, MA. This hands-on role involves performing product testing, inspecting production processes, monitoring food safety standards, and ensuring that soups, sauces, and specialty food products consistently meet company and regulatory requirements. This is an excellent opportunity for individuals with quality control, quality assurance, laboratory, or food manufacturing experience seeking career growth with an established and growing company.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED
At least 1 year of Quality Control or Quality Assurance experience, preferably in food manufacturing
Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
Basic proficiency with Microsoft Office
Strong communication and teamwork skills
Ability to work independently and follow established procedures
Ability to work either scheduled shift based on production needs

Nice To Haves

Experience with HACCP, GMPs, and food safety programs
Experience performing food quality testing or laboratory procedures
Previous experience in food manufacturing, production, or a laboratory environment
Bilingual English/Spanish is a plus

Responsibilities

Collect product samples and perform quality testing, including Brix, pH, viscosity, and other analytical tests
Perform in-process and finished-product inspections
Verify products meet established specifications for quality and consistency
Review batch records and production documentation for accuracy and completeness
Identify non-conforming products and place materials on quality hold when necessary
Perform sanitation verification, environmental monitoring, and allergen testing
Monitor production areas for temperature, humidity, and other environmental conditions
Inspect incoming raw materials and finished products
Review product labels for accuracy and regulatory compliance
Accurately document quality results, findings, and corrective actions
Work closely with Production and Quality teams to investigate quality issues
Support continuous improvement and food safety initiatives
Follow established GMP, sanitation, safety, and quality procedures