QA Technician, 3rd Shift
About The Position
The Quality Assurance Technician is responsible for executing corporate and plant specific Food Safety, Quality and Laboratory requirements. This role ensures product quality and compliance by interpreting manufacturing and engineering requirements and developing, executing, and refining analytical testing methods and procedures. The technician will also develop and maintain quality documentation, collaborate cross-functionally, administer and improve the Quality Control program, monitor internal quality KPIs, ensure adherence to GMP standards, oversee sanitation and housekeeping, drive consistency in quality systems, support continuous improvement, assist in training, communicate effectively with production teams, safeguard company assets, maintain workplace organization, and participate in required company training programs.
Requirements
- Must read, write and communicate in English.
- Must be able to taste all foods with no aversions or allergies.
- Must follow GMP Policy - wear company issued shirt, hat, safety glasses, earplugs and hairnet in production areas.
- Able to work under pressure in a very fast paced environment
- Able to perform root cause analysis.
- Able to communicate and work well with people on all levels of the organization.
- Able to receive, analyze and report out information efficiently.
- Knowledge of Good Laboratory Practices (GLPs) – ability to follow laboratory SOPs.
- Knowledge of Good Documentation Practices (GDPs) - ability to keep proper records.
- Strong computer literacy – MS applications, databases.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills.
- Strong analytical skills - ability to analyze large amounts of data and determine deficiencies.
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
- Ability to successfully complete and maintain all required equipment-specific training, certifications, and operational qualifications.
Nice To Haves
- 1-2 years – Experience in food or manufacturing preferred.
Responsibilities
- Ensure product quality and compliance by interpreting manufacturing and engineering requirements and developing, executing, and refining analytical testing methods and procedures.
- Develop and maintain quality documentation, including SOPs, work instructions, and QA protocols, ensuring alignment with GMP, GLP, and GDP standards for ESL and aseptic processing.
- Collaborate cross-functionally with leadership, production, and maintenance teams to optimize plant performance, improve product quality, and enhance operational efficiency and safety.
- Administer and continuously improve the Quality Control program, ensuring products meet established food safety, regulatory, and internal quality standards.
- Monitor and achieve internal quality KPIs, maintaining accurate, audit-ready records of inspections, testing results, and compliance activities.
- Ensure strict adherence to GMP standards across production and support areas, proactively identifying and addressing compliance gaps.
- Oversee sanitation and housekeeping standards within manufacturing and laboratory environments to maintain a clean, organized, and audit-compliant facility.
- Drive consistency in quality systems by enforcing established standards, policies, and best practices across all plant operations.
- Support continuous improvement initiatives by participating in and facilitating changes to processes, systems, and quality programs.
- Assist in training and onboarding of plant personnel on quality procedures, food safety practices, and regulatory requirements.
- Communicate effectively with production teams regarding quality performance, deviations, and corrective actions to ensure timely resolution of issues.
- Safeguard company assets, including laboratory equipment and PPE, ensuring proper use, maintenance, and accountability.
- Maintain a high standard of workplace organization and cleanliness in all assigned areas.
- Participate in required company training programs and stay current with industry regulations and best practices.
- Perform additional duties as assigned to support quality assurance objectives and overall plant operations.
Benefits
- Shift differential pay of $1.00 for all hours worked during the assigned shift.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
