Quality Technician - Day Shift

Vital Farms • Springfield, MO

6d • Remote

About The Position

The Quality Technician performs quality testing and supports food safety, sanitation, and production at Vital Farms’ Egg Central Station. The role requires general knowledge of laboratory testing procedures and functions, as well as sanitation policies and procedures. The technician must follow Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs) and applicable corporate, regulatory, food safety, quality, and sanitation requirements.

This role works a 2-2-3 schedule in 12-hour shifts. The listed day shift runs from 6 a.m. to 6 p.m. Responsibilities also include training new technicians, maintaining laboratory equipment and supplies, managing sanitation-related materials and processes, conducting audits, and documenting corrective actions. The position reports to the Quality Manager.

Requirements

• At least 1 year of quality experience in production or manufacturing.
• Ability to read, write, and speak English.
• Neat and legible handwriting.
• Ability to frequently lift and/or move up to 60 pounds.
• Ability to understand and operate laboratory equipment and generate complete, accurate records.
• Ability to work without direct supervision.
• Must have or develop a working knowledge of computers.
• Must adhere to all safety and Good Manufacturing Practice policies.

Responsibilities

• Perform physical testing on raw eggs and finished products, and use test results to determine product packaging in accordance with customer or company specifications.
• Train new technicians.
• Calibrate and maintain laboratory equipment.
• Manage inventory and ordering of laboratory supplies and replacement parts.
• Perform general housekeeping.
• Follow required safety policies and maintain Good Manufacturing Practices.
• Manage the hand-washing station, including soap dispensing and inventory, and manage footbaths.
• Manage chemical inventory, dispense chemicals, track their use, and replace chemicals as needed.
• Verify and maintain pH levels on wash tanks.
• Manage and run CIP circuits.
• Titrate chemicals on the egg and flat washer.
• Maintain egg waste, spills, and cleanups in accordance with plant cleanliness policies.
• Record and document corrective actions.
• Perform audits of inbound and outbound processes, raw materials, and other processes as assigned.
• Perform special projects and other duties as assigned.
• Perform testing promptly to prevent production-line downtime or processing delays.

Benefits

• Holiday pay.
• Healthcare offered starting the first day of the month following the start date, including medical, vision, dental, and life coverage.
• 401(k) with a 3% company contribution starting on day one.
• Paid time off beginning with the first paycheck.
• Free eggs.
• Team swag.
• Biweekly crew lunches and crew snacks.

What This Job Offers

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