Technician I, Quality Assurance - 2nd shift

Monogram Foods•Haverhill, MA

5d•$20 - $25•Onsite

About The Position

The Quality Assurance Technician assists the Quality Assurance Supervisor and Manager in ensuring compliance with manufacturing quality and food safety policies and guidelines. The role supports the company’s commitment to producing high-quality, safe foods and requires professional, proactive interaction across departments, conflict avoidance, and a collaborative approach.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED preferred.
At least 6 months of quality or related experience preferred.
Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide.
Support management decisions and communicate positively to encourage a happy work environment.
Knowledge of and adherence to Monogram Foods safety procedures.
Knowledge of safe food handling practices, HACCP, and departmental quality control procedures.
Ability to speak, read, and write in English.
Serve Safe Certified.
Demonstrated energy, drive, and initiative.
Ability to work independently and maintain excellent organizational skills.
Ability to work flexible hours and accept additional responsibilities as needed.
Verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to work in temperature-controlled environments, including heat and cold.
Ability to walk on slippery, wet surfaces.
Ability to frequently transport, push, pull, or move 50 pounds or more.
Ability to walk and stand for 100% of the shift.
Ability to work extended hours based on production needs, including after regular business hours and on weekends.
Must be at least 18 years of age.

Nice To Haves

Bilingual English/Spanish skills.

Responsibilities

Monitor existing product SKUs and recommend or lead development improvements with R&D.
Monitor the quality of incoming raw materials and finished products, including organoleptic evaluations.
Enforce Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs).
Complete pre-operational inspections each morning and evening, including weekly swabbing.
Monitor general upkeep of the production area.
Monitor verifications for Critical Control Points (CCPs) on the production floor.
Perform specification testing on certain incoming raw materials as needed.
Monitor daily label checks, HACCP and operational requirements, weekly thermometer checks, weekly temperature tags, and calibration requirements.
Monitor and verify the proper function of metal detectors daily.
Conduct employee training as assigned by the QA Manager.
Perform daily organoleptic testing of products being run and send out a report.
Support safety and company policy compliance by setting an example and encouraging and monitoring the behavior of others.