Beverage Industry - Quality Technician, 1st shift - Temporary role

About the role

Sunny Sky Products is seeking an organized, deadline-oriented, self-starter to work in a fast-paced environment. This position will be actively involved in the Company's Food Safety and Quality Program, production, some receiving, and supporting both the short-term and long-term operational goals of the facility. The ability to work as part of a team is essential. This position performs daily inspections of production equipment and product to ensure the highest standards are maintained and follows established procedures to correct deficiencies and ensure compliance with food safety and quality standards.

Responsibilities

• Follow appropriate quality testing procedures and take action to meet product specifications (e.g., product testing, label review, in-process testing)
• Monitor the facility during operations to ensure sanitation conditions are maintained
• Monitor operations to ensure quality programs, including Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), Food Safety, and Food Quality requirements, are followed
• Perform daily pre-operational inspections of equipment to verify sanitation was completed properly and take corrective action when deficiencies are identified
• Audit process control points to ensure all system controls have been achieved and follow established procedures to address deficiencies
• Document all audits, test results, and inspections on the appropriate forms daily
• Maintain a clean and organized work area at all times
• Complete other duties as assigned

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED required
• 1–3 years of experience in the food or beverage industry preferred
• Bachelor's degree or a minimum of 3 years of experience in a Quality Assurance or laboratory role within the food industry is a plus
• HACCP training preferred
• Proficiency with computers and Microsoft Office applications for reporting and recordkeeping
• Strong communication skills with the ability to interact effectively with peers and management
• Spanish fluency is a plus but not required
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to stand for extended periods
• Ability to occasionally lift and/or move up to 30 pounds

Schedule

• Temporary full-time assignment
• 8-hour shifts with occasional overtime
• Monday–Friday, rotating monthly between 5AM–2PM and 6AM–3PM
• Weekend availability as needed (rotating Saturdays)

Pay

• $17.50 per hour