Quality Technician - Food Manufacturing Environment (1st Shift - 12 hour schedule)

Winland Foods • Tolleson, AZ

12d • Onsite

About The Position

Winland Foods is hiring a Quality Technician to help ensure its food products are safe, consistent, and compliant with food safety regulations and company standards. The role works hands-on with production and sanitation teams, conducting inspections and tests, supporting audits and continuous improvement, and communicating quality results across the plant. The technician also supports training, documentation, inventory processes, and investigations into quality issues and customer complaints.

The position is based at 495 S 99th Ave in Tolleson, Arizona. The schedule is 6:00 a.m.–6:30 p.m. on a 2-2-3 rotation. The stated pay is $23.90 per hour, based on experience and other qualifications. Employees may need to work overtime or weekends as needed.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• At least 1 year of work experience in manufacturing or food production.
• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Ability to operate, troubleshoot, and advise on minor adjustments to formulas or processes.
• Mechanical aptitude and ability to identify and resolve quality irregularities.
• Proficiency in SAP, hand scanners, and basic math.
• Computer literacy in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
• Knowledge of GMPs, SQF, HACCP, FSMA, and other food safety regulations.
• Commitment to following company safety policies and procedures.
• Ability to communicate effectively with coworkers, supervisors, and others regarding work matters, primarily in English; understand oral, written, and safety communications and communicate in writing as needed.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively with a proactive, team-oriented mindset.
• Positive attitude, dependability, self-motivation, and willingness to work overtime or weekends as needed.
• Strong problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment.
• Accountability for work quality, attendance, and continuous improvement.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds, push heavy loads, stand or walk for up to 90% of the shift, and climb as needed.
• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods and perform physical tasks involving climbing, pulling, pushing, carrying, grasping, reaching, twisting, turning, and stooping.
• Good hand-eye coordination and motor skills; 20/20 corrected vision, normal hearing and vision with correction if needed, and ability to distinguish colors.
• Ability to wear required PPE and comply with safety policies, including lock-out/tag-out and safe-lifting procedures.

Nice To Haves

• A degree in Biology, Chemistry, or Food Science.
• At advanced levels, proficiency in MII and WE systems and ability to interpret line huddle measures to resolve issues.
• At higher levels, ability to provide training, guidance, and feedback; lead projects, identify skill gaps, and support multiple initiatives with minimal supervision.

Responsibilities

• Perform daily inspections, environmental swabbing, and product inspections; verify compliance with established standards.
• Perform daily inspections and preventive maintenance on quality equipment.
• Conduct sensory, label-verification, and analytical testing to ensure product attributes are correct.
• Follow plant procedures for placing materials on hold and collecting retention samples.
• Assist with inventory control for approved suppliers using FIFO practices.
• Help fulfill customer sample requests and microbiological testing for shipping requirements.
• Communicate quality results to other plant teams.
• Lead facility inspections and assist with quality checks and audits, including internal audits.
• Follow GMP, HACCP, SQF, FSMA, and company food safety policies; maintain cleanliness and sanitation.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to resolve quality issues and investigate customer complaints.
• Support teammates, adapt to operational changes, provide backup coverage, share knowledge, and assist with training.
• Assist with SOP development and training, and facilitate cross-departmental collaboration.
• Manage quality programs and documentation using SAP and other quality management software.
• Prepare accurate written documentation and record inventory transactions, shipments, and quality results in SAP.
• Record and report test results accurately.
• Support plant trials, process improvements, and cost-savings projects; participate in 5S efforts and act as the 5S champion for the area.
• Assist with quality paperwork reviews and document control programs.
• Work with supervisors and the team to develop solutions to issues.
• Maintain a clean and safe work environment and report food safety or quality issues immediately to management.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Short-term disability, long-term disability, AD&D, and life insurance.
• HSA and FSA.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Hospital indemnity, accident insurance, identity and fraud protection plan, legal coverage, and critical illness coverage.
• $1,000 sign-on bonus: $500 after completing 90 days and $500 after completing 12 months.
• Quarterly hour bonuses.
• Free pasta and other food products.

What This Job Offers

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