Job Description
Job Description
We are seeking a dependable and detail-oriented Quality Assurance Technician to support food safety, product quality, data analysis, and compliance with quality standards in a food manufacturing environment.
Key Responsibilities
- Inspect raw materials, packaging, ingredients, and finished products.
- Collect samples and check product specifications, including weight, thickness, and temperature.
- Monitor production processes and ensure compliance with food safety standards.
- Maintain accurate quality control records, inspection logs, and reports.
- Perform temperature checks, sanitation inspections, and product evaluations.
- Verify compliance with Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs), HACCP, and other food safety procedures.
- Enter, organize, and analyze inspection data using computer systems, including Microsoft Excel.
- Perform basic data analysis and analytics to identify trends, discrepancies, and opportunities for quality improvement.
- Prepare reports and summaries based on quality data and inspection results.
- Communicate quality concerns and data analysis findings with production, warehouse, and management teams.
Qualifications
- High school diploma or GED required.
- Previous experience in Quality Assurance or food manufacturing preferred.
- Knowledge of GMPs, HACCP, or food safety procedures preferred.
- Basic proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Word.
- Knowledge of data analysis, data analytics, and reporting preferred.
- Ability to review data, identify trends, and maintain accurate records.
- Strong attention to detail, organization, and communication skills.
- Bilingual English/Spanish.
- Ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment.
Physical Requirements
- Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
- Ability to stand, walk, bend, and climb for extended periods.
- Must be comfortable working in cold environments (approximately 45°ree;F), around loud machinery, slippery floors, and forklift traffic.
- Must be available to work overtime and weekends as needed.