FSQ Technician

Local Bounti•Oxnard, CA

1d•$21 - $28•Onsite

About The Position

Local Bounti is a leading controlled environment agriculture (CEA) company. Our mission is to bring our farm to your kitchen and deliver the freshest, locally-grown produce in the fewest food miles possible. Our mission is rooted in sustainability and in turn human welfare. By growing local we help eliminate food waste and provide fresh, high-quality produce. Our sustainable greenhouse technology delivers ideal growing conditions for each of our crops, resulting in 90% less water consumption and 95% less land use than conventional agriculture, no need for herbicides or pesticides , and the lowest carbon footprint in the industry . We are committed to the growth and cultivation of our employee’s well-being , so that our employees feel that they are in a career environment that enables them to thrive personally and professionally. We provide an educational and safe work environment and are dedicated to helping our employees grow within the company. We are proud to offer a comprehensive Total Rewards package to employees working over 30 hours a week. Competitive Pay Indoor Agriculture Environment A culture focused on Work/Life Balance Health, Dental, and Vision and very competitive contribution rates Health Care Flexible Spending Account or Health Savings Account Generous Vacation Time and 5 Sick days each year 10 Company Paid Holidays Immediate access to participate in the 401(k) plan with up to 5% company match Basic and Voluntary Life / AD&D Voluntary Accident and Critical Illness coverage Voluntary STD/LTD Aflac Caregiver Support Training and Development Adoption Assistance Program Commuter Benefits (includes part-time and seasonal staff) MarketPlace Perks at Work Free Employee Assistance Program services that focus on health physically, emotionally, socially, and financially. Local Bounti employees are empowered, valued, and respected. They have a passion for their work and for Local Bounti’s success. This shared passion for achievement is the lifeblood of our company. Job Summary: The Food Safety Quality Technician is responsible for ensuring that the final product meets all agreed upon specifications and has been grown and packed following our good agricultural and manufacturing practices.

Requirements

Embrace and exhibit Local Bounti’s Core Values.
Embraces and supports the safety culture at the facility.
Must be able to respond to problems quickly and efficiently.
HACCP trained or PCQI certified (will offer training if needed)
Ability to read and understand English.
Ability to work in a wet environment.
Must wear appropriate preventive protection equipment including, but not limited to, clothing, safety glasses and gloves when needed.
Be able to work independently.
Be willing to learn new methods and procedures.
High school diploma or GED certificate preferred
Produce production experience preferred
3 – 5 years of experience in a food manufacturing environment preferred

Responsibilities

Incoming goods receipt and inspection
Check procured items as they are received into the facility to ensure nothing is compromised or out of spec. This includes substrate/soil, chemicals, growing inputs, packaging, etc. and value-added projects like chicken (where temp checks are critical).
Pre-operation inspections
Document pre-operational inspection prior to the start of shifts.
Preventative Control/Critical Control Point
Conduct hourly PC and CCP checks.
Finished Product
Ensure the packaging, the product, and the labeling all line up appropriately.
Ensures that specifications are met on all fronts.
Documents these checks for FS and quality control records.
Other duties as assigned especially as they pertain to Food Safety/Quality Control and Assurance

Benefits

Competitive Pay
Indoor Agriculture Environment
A culture focused on Work/Life Balance
Health, Dental, and Vision and very competitive contribution rates
Health Care Flexible Spending Account or Health Savings Account
Generous Vacation Time and 5 Sick days each year
10 Company Paid Holidays
Immediate access to participate in the 401(k) plan with up to 5% company match
Basic and Voluntary Life / AD&D
Voluntary Accident and Critical Illness coverage
Voluntary STD/LTD Aflac
Caregiver Support
Training and Development
Adoption Assistance Program
Commuter Benefits (includes part-time and seasonal staff)
MarketPlace Perks at Work
Free Employee Assistance Program services that focus on health physically, emotionally, socially, and financially.