Tech 2, FSQA - 2nd Shift

Aspire Bakeries • Pine Ridge, SC

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About The Position

Aspire Bakeries is seeking an FSQA Technician II to help ensure food safety, quality, packaging, and labeling compliance through inspections, audits, monitoring, and verification programs. The role supports regulatory compliance and food safety initiatives while helping ensure bakery products consistently meet company quality standards.

This is a second-shift position with scheduled hours of 1:45 PM to 10:15 PM. Weekend availability may be needed based on business requirements.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• At least 2 years of manufacturing experience in food safety, quality assurance, or a related field.
• Ability to obtain HARPC and GFSI certification (BRC, SQF, or equivalent) within one year of hire.
• Knowledge of food safety principles, HACCP, cGMPs, preventive controls, and quality systems.
• Ability to operate testing and measuring equipment, including scales, metal detectors, imaging devices, and ovens.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Outlook, Microsoft Excel, and SAP.
• Strong communication, observation, problem-solving, and documentation skills.

Nice To Haves

• Some college coursework in food science, biological sciences, or a related field.
• HARPC certification.
• GFSI certification or experience with BRC, SQF, or equivalent food safety standards.
• Internal Auditor training or audit experience.
• Food manufacturing equipment troubleshooting and process improvement experience.

Responsibilities

• Monitor food safety and quality systems for compliance with company standards, regulatory requirements, and AIMS procedures.
• Conduct inspections, audits, and verification activities covering GMPs, hygiene, allergen controls, HACCP, and preventive controls.
• Evaluate raw materials, in-process products, and finished goods, and identify and report quality or food safety concerns.
• Verify packaging, labeling, coding, lot traceability, net weight compliance, and recipe adherence.
• Support internal, customer, and third-party audits through documentation review and corrective action follow-up.
• Maintain accurate records of sampling, testing, monitoring, and quality verification activities.
• Collaborate cross-functionally to support continuous improvement in food safety, regulatory compliance, and 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.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED