Quality Specialist

PGI Foods•Lowell, MA

2d•Onsite

About The Position

PGI Foods is looking for a Quality Assurance Specialist to join their growing Quality Assurance team. This hands-on role will ensure every batch of their soups, sauces, and specialty food products meets the highest standards for taste, consistency, safety, and quality before it reaches customers. The company is seeking individuals passionate about food quality and food safety, who are detail-oriented and enjoy working in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. This is presented as a stable career opportunity with a company that invests in its employees.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED required.
Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced production environment.
Fluent in English.

Nice To Haves

Degree in Food Science, Culinary Arts, or a related field is a plus.
Previous Quality Assurance or Quality Control experience in food manufacturing preferred.
Experience working with soups, sauces, or similar food products is highly preferred.
Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
Excellent communication and problem-solving abilities.
Knowledge of HACCP, SQF, GMPs, or other food safety programs is a plus.
Bilingual English/Spanish is a plus.

Responsibilities

Perform quality inspections and testing on soups, sauces, and specialty food products before packaging.
Measure product characteristics including consistency, pH, particulate distribution, and other quality standards.
Conduct sensory evaluations for taste, texture, aroma, and appearance.
Accurately document quality testing results and maintain production records.
Identify product non-conformances and communicate findings to production leadership.
Assist with root cause investigations and corrective actions.
Partner with Quality Assurance, R&D, and Production teams to improve product consistency and manufacturing processes.
Monitor quality trends and report potential issues before they impact production.
Help maintain compliance with food safety and quality programs.