QA Technologist - 1st shift - Food Mfg Exp Required
Home Market Foods · Norwood, MA · 3 wk ago
$57k–$85k/yrFull-time
Norwood, MA | Onsite
Schedule
Monday–Friday, 5:00am–2:00pm + occasional Saturdays
Responsibilities
- Monitor HACCP requirements, SQF systems, and food safety programs
- Oversee product quality, processing lines, plant conditions & employee practices
- Conduct pre-op and operational inspections
- Collect micro, chemical, and product quality samples
- Maintain strong communication with Production, Maintenance, USDA & FDA
- Evaluate storage conditions and pest control checks
- Assist with training on GMPs, HACCP, SQF & quality procedures
- Troubleshoot food safety/quality issues in real time
- Perform sensory evaluations (taste, smell, texture, visual)
- Support cross-functional teams: R&D, Marketing, Sales, Maintenance, Operations
- Validate metal detection, thermometer calibration, and process control equipment
- Participate in daily product cutting and plant-wide performance audits
- Jump in on special projects as needed
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Food Science, Biology, Chemistry, or related field — OR — 3+ years QA experience in food manufacturing
- Food manufacturing QA experience (not biotech/pharma)
- Strong verbal and written communication skills
- Proficiency in Microsoft Word & Excel
- Ability to stay focused, learn quickly, and adapt in a fast-paced environment
- Physical ability to walk, stand, climb stairs, and work around production activity
Work Environment
- Work in both office and production floor settings
- Moderate office noise; louder on the production floor
- Must be able to wear required PPE
- May occasionally need to support weekend/off-hours needs
Benefits
- Medical, Dental, Vision coverage
- Pet Insurance
- Wellness Plan and Gym Reimbursement
- Employee Tuition Reimbursement
- College Scholarship for dependents
- Bonus Program for Salary and Hourly Employees
- 401k Company Match
- Competitive Paid Time Off
- Company-Sponsored Life Insurance Coverage
- Relocation Assistance
- Employee Bonus Referral Program
- Community Impact Opportunities
- Team Events and Seasonal Workplace Gatherings
Pay
$57,000 to $85,000 annually (based on experience and qualifications)