Quality Control Technician

Wisoman Foods•Hayward, CA

25d•$20 - $25•Onsite

About The Position

Wisoman Foods Inc. is seeking an entry-level Quality Control (QC) Technician for their facility in Hayward, CA. This role is crucial for ensuring that tortillas and flatbreads meet stringent food safety and quality standards. The QC Technician will be responsible for conducting routine checks, documenting findings, supporting internal audits, and collaborating with production and warehouse teams. The company operates an advanced, high-speed tortilla manufacturing facility with full automation and holds certifications such as SQF Level 2, Organic, Non-GMO Project Verified, and OU Kosher Certified. The work environment is fast-paced and entrepreneurial, emphasizing collaboration, excellence, and continuous improvement.

Requirements

0-2 years experience
Good communication and organizational skills.
Ability to start at 4am PDT ideal (High need).
Stand and walk for extended periods of time.
Bend and stoop to grasp objects and climb ladders. Bend and twist neck and waist, reach above and below shoulders and squat.
Bend and lift loads, not to exceed 50 pounds. Push and pull carts weighing up to 100 pounds.
Repetitive use of hands for grasping, pushing, pulling, and fine manipulation.
Environmental exposure to extreme temperatures (coolers, ovens, freezer, outdoors, etc.).

Nice To Haves

Bilingual in English and Spanish
Highly organized and very proactive
Team player who loves to learn and be part of an amazing team culture

Responsibilities

Assist in enforcing Food Quality, Food Defense and Food Safety programs and procedures.
Perform quality control activities in all phases of production, maintenance & warehouse.
Maintain effective communication with all operations personnel to identify, solve and prevent problems affecting food safety and quality.
Monitor, document and report finished product performance according to product specifications to ensure compliance with company standards.
Perform inspection of raw and packaging materials, work in process, and finished product according to company requirement.
Conduct physical and analytical testing of finished product which include but not limited to pH testing, weight and diameter check, moisture test, etc.
Conduct monitoring of packaging line for effective verification of product weights, metal detection, lot code monitoring and product/package integrity.
Conduct Daily Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) inspections and participate in monthly facility self-inspection; report findings and provide recommendations to QA Manager.
Conduct pre-operational inspections of production equipment and facility prior to start of production.
Conduct equipment verification against approved standards to ensure equipment accuracy.
Perform hygiene swabbing and environmental testing.
Ensure that all products are evaluated for Food Safety risks including allergens, contamination, etc.
Participate on the Quality System implementation and cooperate with the SQF Practitioner.
Reports food safety and quality problems to personnel with the authority to initiate actions.
Inspects and certifies final product before packing by checking bag weights, lot codes and bag seals.
Assist other Departments as required.
Communicate effectively with production, maintenance, and warehouse staff to identify, report, and resolve issues.
Assist in implementing and improving quality systems in cooperation with the QA Manager and SQF Practitioner.
Participate in food safety team meetings and support third-party audits and certification efforts.
Take initiative to learn new quality processes, support special projects, and assist cross-functional teams as needed.