Tech 2, FSQA- 2nd Shift
About The Position
Aspire Bakeries is seeking a Food Safety Quality Assurance Technician at its Santa Ana, California bakery. The role is accountable for food safety, product quality, and regulatory compliance through sampling, testing, inspections, and documentation. It supports consumer protection, customer expectations, and compliance with food safety and quality management standards. The position is on the second shift and requires weekend availability. Aspire Bakeries describes its workplace culture as collaborative and supportive of team member growth. The company operates 13 commercial bakeries across North America and produces products including La Brea Bakery artisan breads and Otis Spunkmeyer cookies.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Experience in a food manufacturing or food industry environment.
- Basic knowledge of HACCP principles.
- Ability to perform accurate documentation and recordkeeping.
- Computer proficiency, including spreadsheet applications.
- Strong mathematical, written communication, and critical thinking skills.
- Ability to work independently and manage changing priorities.
- Availability to work the second shift and weekends.
Nice To Haves
- College-level coursework in food science, biology, chemistry, or a related scientific field.
- Training or experience with GFSI-recognized standards such as BRCGS or SQF.
- Previous quality assurance or food safety experience in a bakery or food manufacturing environment.
- GMP certification or advanced food safety training.
- Experience conducting audits, inspections, and quality evaluations.
Responsibilities
- Ensure compliance with applicable food safety regulations and company food safety standards.
- Conduct product sampling, testing, and documentation to support the Quality Management System (QMS).
- Monitor adherence to Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs), HACCP requirements, and GFSI standards.
- Perform food quality evaluations and identify product defects or non-conformances.
- Conduct routine bakery inspections of sanitation, pest control, personnel practices, and operational compliance.
- Escalate food safety and quality concerns and initiate product hold procedures when required.
- Support continuous improvement efforts to reduce customer complaints and enhance product quality.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
- Company-paid life insurance and additional voluntary insurance options.
- Paid parental leave.
- Paid time off and holidays.
- Retirement plans.
- Short- and long-term disability coverage.
- Learning and development programs.
- HSA and FSA plans.
- Performance incentive plans.
- Competitive compensation package.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
High school or GED
