Copy of Quality Assurance Technician, Food Manufacturing

Country Maid Inc • West Bend, IA

1d • Onsite

About The Position

“Helping Others Help Themselves” is more than just our mission; it’s how we approach everything we do. As a Quality Assurance Technician, you’ll play a critical role in protecting our product, our people, our customers, and our promise. If you're someone who is detail-driven, dependable, and passionate about doing the right thing — even when it’s hard — this role is for you. You'll help ensure every item that leaves our facility is safe, consistent, and up to the high standards our customers count on.

Requirements

• Basic computer skills, including Microsoft Office
• General understanding of food safety principles and programs, including GMP, HACCP, and SQF
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work early morning shifts (start times between 4–6 AM)
• Typical schedule is four 10-hour days with some required overtime

Nice To Haves

• 3–5 years of experience in Quality Assurance, Quality Control, or a related technical role
• Experience with food safety documentation systems
• High School Diploma or Equivalent Certification in HACCP, PCQI, and/or SQF

Responsibilities

• Conduct hourly quality checks and environmental observations on the production floor, ensuring compliance with food safety and quality standards.
• Perform pre-operational inspections and verify sanitation effectiveness prior to line start-up.
• Identify and address potential food safety or quality issues by escalating to leadership or resolving directly with team members, as appropriate.
• Execute microbiological swabbing and assist with internal audits to support continuous improvement and regulatory compliance.
• Accurately document findings and maintain clear, detailed records in both physical and electronic systems.
• Support the R&D team by helping prepare, create, and ship product samples for customer evaluation or testing.
• Monitor adherence to GMPs and other food safety programs (e.g., HACCP, SQF) throughout all stages of production.
• Maintain calibration schedules and perform equipment checks to ensure accurate measurement and testing processes.

What This Job Offers

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