QUALITY ASSURANCE TECHNICIAN I

CACIQUE LLC•Amarillo, TX

About The Position

The Quality Technician I plays a critical role in ensuring that food products meet safety, quality, and regulatory standards. This entry-level position supports the quality assurance team by conducting inspections, tests, and documentation throughout the production process.

Requirements

High School Diploma or General Education Diploma (GED) required.
Strong attention to detail and analytical skills.
Basic proficiency in laboratory equipment and data analysis, and Microsoft Office.
Effective communication and teamwork abilities.
Comfortable working in a fast-paced production environment.

Nice To Haves

Associate’s degree in food science, Biology, Chemistry, or a higher degree is a plus.
Minimum 1 year in a food manufacturing or quality control environment a plus
Familiarity with Hazard Analysis, Critical Control Point (HACCP), Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs) is a plus.

Responsibilities

Perform routine quality control inspections on raw materials, in-process items, and finished goods
Conduct microbiological, chemical, and physical tests to ensure compliance with specifications
Monitor production processes for adherence to Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) and Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Points (HACCP)
Record inspection results and maintain accurate logs of quality data
Report deviations and non-conformances to the QA Supervisor or Manager
Assist in preparing Certificates of Analysis (COAs) and other regulatory documentation
Support internal audits and regulatory inspections
Maintain sanitation, monitor records and participate in swabbing and visual inspections
Escalates quality issues to team lead or Supervisor
Participate in training sessions on food safety and quality protocols
Assist in continuous improvement initiatives related to product quality
Performs other related duties as assigned by management