Quality Technician - Beverage

Kerry•Seattle, WA

17d•$28 - $32•Onsite

About The Position

The Quality Technician supports quality, food safety, regulatory, and customer requirements throughout the manufacturing process at Kerry’s Seattle, Washington beverage facility, which produces sweet syrups and sauce variations. The role supports production by conducting inspections and testing, monitoring processes, and verifying compliance with Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs), sanitation standards, and company quality systems. It is suited to a detail-oriented person committed to food safety and comfortable working in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Food Science, Biology, Microbiology, Chemistry, or a related field, or related experience.
Former training in HACCP principles and ability to train essential plant employees in HACCP and SQF principles.
Skill in organizing resources and establishing priorities.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office and SAP.
Knowledge of or experience with FDA and local, state, and federal regulations relevant to the manufacturing facility.
Strong interpersonal and communication skills and ability to work effectively with diverse groups.
Ability to analyze and assess training and development needs.
Ability to maintain confidentiality of records and information.
Skill in examining operations and procedures and implementing new strategies and procedures.

Nice To Haves

Two to three years of quality experience in food, pharmaceutical, or chemical production.
A bachelor’s degree in a relevant field or related experience is described as ideal.
HACCP training and ability to train employees in HACCP and SQF principles are described as ideal.

Responsibilities

Conduct quality inspections and testing of raw materials, in-process products, and finished goods.
Monitor production processes for compliance with food safety, quality, and regulatory requirements.
Accurately document inspection and test results and maintain quality records.
Identify, report, and support resolution of quality and food safety issues.
Conduct GMP, sanitation, and environmental monitoring audits.
Support investigations, corrective actions, and continuous improvement initiatives.
Work with Production, Maintenance, and Operations teams to maintain product quality and compliance.
Investigate holds, perform root cause analysis, and release products following corrective actions.
Follow safety policies, procedures, and regulatory standards.
Train essential plant employees in HACCP and SQF principles, as appropriate.