Sr. Quality Control Technician , Afternoons
About The Position
The Van Drunen Family of Companies is growing! At Van Drunen Farms, we’re not just providing ingredients; we’re providing people with purpose and possibility. As a trusted partner in delivering fruit, vegetable, herb, and grain-based ingredient solutions to companies around the globe, we’re striving to build a values-aligned workforce that embodies humility, integrity, passion, and excellence. What You’ll Do Perform quality control activities to ensure products meet internal standards and regulatory requirements, including FDA and BRC compliance. Conduct in-line checks, environmental swabbing, allergen cleaning verifications, calibrations, and routine facility inspections. Identify, escalate, and support investigations of non-conformances, including root cause analysis and corrective actions. Maintain accurate quality records and support audits, CAPA execution, and continuous improvement initiatives. Monitor sanitation, pest control, food defense, and chemical controls, partnering closely with Production and plant leadership. Serve as a key member of the Food Safety/HACCP team and support training and quality knowledge across operations.
Requirements
- Three or more years of Quality Control or Quality Assurance experience in food, beverage, or dietary supplement manufacturing.
- Strong knowledge of GMPs, SOPs, HACCP principles, and quality documentation requirements.
- Ability to work independently, advocate for quality standards, and escalate concerns when needed.
- Excellent attention to detail, analytical skills, and strong written and verbal communication abilities.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, SharePoint, and related quality systems.
- Bachelor’s degree in Food Science, Chemistry, Microbiology, Biochemistry, or a related field preferred, with a high school diploma or equivalent required.
Nice To Haves
- Bachelor’s degree in Food Science, Chemistry, Microbiology, Biochemistry, or a related field preferred
Responsibilities
- Perform quality control activities to ensure products meet internal standards and regulatory requirements, including FDA and BRC compliance.
- Conduct in-line checks, environmental swabbing, allergen cleaning verifications, calibrations, and routine facility inspections.
- Identify, escalate, and support investigations of non-conformances, including root cause analysis and corrective actions.
- Maintain accurate quality records and support audits, CAPA execution, and continuous improvement initiatives.
- Monitor sanitation, pest control, food defense, and chemical controls, partnering closely with Production and plant leadership.
- Serve as a key member of the Food Safety/HACCP team and support training and quality knowledge across operations.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance.
- Paid holidays and vacation.
- Tuition assistance and 401(k) with company match.
- A hands-on quality role with strong visibility across production, quality, and regulatory teams.
- The opportunity to support food safety excellence and continuous improvement within a regulated manufacturing environment.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Number of Employees
101-250 employees
