QA Technician

Kerry•Bell, CA

1d•$26 - $30•Onsite

About The Position

The QA Technician plays a critical role in ensuring products meet quality, food safety, regulatory, and customer requirements throughout the manufacturing process. The position supports production operations by conducting inspections, testing, monitoring processes, and verifying compliance with Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs), sanitation standards, and company quality systems. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, committed to food safety, and enjoys working in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. The position is at Kerry's Commerce, California facility in the Taste Division, which produces flavors and extracts. The facility environment is described as clean and fast-paced, with aromas such as chocolate and cinnamon. The role is onsite.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree from a four-year college or university in Food Science, Biology, Microbiology, Chemistry, or a related field, or related experience; listed as ideal.
Two to three years of experience in a quality role in food, pharmaceutical, or chemical production; listed as preferred.
Former HACCP training and ability to effectively train essential plant employees in HACCP and SQF principles; listed as ideal.
Skill in organizing resources and establishing priorities.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office and SAP.
Knowledge or experience with FDA and local, state, and federal regulations pertinent to the manufacturing facility.
Strong interpersonal and communication skills and ability to work effectively with a wide range of constituencies in a diverse community.
Ability to analyze and assess training and development needs.
Ability to maintain confidentiality of records and information.
Skill in examining operations and procedures and implementing new strategies and procedures.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in Food Science, Biology, Microbiology, Chemistry, or a related field, or related experience.
Two to three years of quality experience in food, pharmaceutical, or chemical production.
Former HACCP training and ability to train essential plant employees in HACCP and SQF principles.

Responsibilities

Perform pre-operational inspections to verify equipment and production areas are clean, sanitary, and ready for startup.
Conduct quality inspections and testing of raw materials, in-process products, and finished goods.
Monitor production processes for compliance with food safety, quality, and regulatory requirements.
Document inspection and test results accurately and maintain quality records.
Identify, report, and support resolution of quality and food safety issues.
Conduct GMP, sanitation, and environmental monitoring audits.
Support investigations, corrective actions, and continuous improvement initiatives.
Partner with Production, Maintenance, and Operations teams to maintain product quality and compliance.
Follow all safety policies, procedures, and regulatory standards.