Quality Control Technician – 4th Shift

McKee Foods • Stuarts Draft, VA

4d • Onsite

About The Position

McKee Foods is seeking a Quality Control Technician to join our Technical Services team. This role involves testing products using defined laboratory methods, accurately reporting results, and evaluating products for appearance, taste, and smell. The technician will also perform audits against specifications, conduct metal detector checks, and participate in various meetings related to food safety and general operations. A key aspect of this position is supporting food safety guidelines and demonstrating leadership by example, intervening when product quality is compromised. The role requires effective interaction with management and a strong commitment to personal and team safety.

Requirements

• Demonstrated ability to enter data accurately for lab testing methods
• Effective verbal and written communication skills; familiar with writing reports
• Exceptional interpersonal skills and strong organizational skills
• Demonstrated on-the-job leadership skills and initiative
• Proven ability to work with confidential information
• Ability to work with minimal supervision and within a team environment
• Ability to quickly learn new tasks
• Overall good work record (which includes attendance, safety, job performance, flexibility, and team behaviors)
• Basic computer skills in Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint
• Excellent problem solving skills
• Ability to remain calm in stressful situations and respond in a positive manner
• Demonstrated ability to promote continuous process improvement and LEAN principles

Nice To Haves

• Previous Quality Assurance experience
• Consistently complete detailed, accurate, and quality work with excellent follow through
• Proficient in OPM, WMS, MIDAS, Word, Excel, e-mail
• College coursework in Mathematics, Chemistry, and Biology

Responsibilities

• Test products using defined laboratory methods
• Report test results accurately using Excel, MIDAS, and e-mail
• Evaluate products for appearance, taste, and smell
• Audit products and processes against specifications
• Perform metal detector checks and respond to alarms as defined in procedures
• Participate in kiosk meetings, food safety meetings, and safety meetings
• Support food safety guidelines and leads by example with appropriate actions
• Intervenes, using proper protocol, when product is substandard or contaminated
• Interacts with various levels of management effectively
• Exercises personal safety on the job and demonstrates a commitment to the safety of others and our products
• Other duties may be assigned

Benefits

• Competitive weekly pay
• Profit-sharing cash bonus program
• 401(k) with matching contributions
• Paid Time Off (for vacation, holidays, sick time, personal time, etc.)
• Medical insurance, including health, dental, vision and prescription drug plan
• Supplemental plans, including life insurance
• Fully-paid parental leave
• Health Center and Pharmacy
• Mental wellness counseling (on-site in TN, virtual elsewhere)
• Tuition reimbursement
• Credit Union
• Exercise and recreation facility
• Wellness programs with incentives
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Short-term and long-term disability (company-paid)

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed