Quality Assurance and Food Safety Technician

Responsibilities

• Aid front-line supervisors in maintaining GMP and HACCP program compliance.
• Ensure manufacturing processes and facilities meet quality standards focusing on product safety, sanitation, environmental awareness, and customer satisfaction.
• Conduct random on-floor quality checks and ensure the facility complies with FDA standards through regular internal audits.
• Perform routine audits in the plant and warehouse to ensure company standards are met.
• Train employees on food safety and quality control.
• Manage HACCP records, including keeping, reviewing, verifying, and implementing corrective actions.
• Update or revise Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and specifications as needed.
• Collect and send microbiological and chemical samples for lab testing and ensure results comply with standards.
• Verify supplier information and ensure materials received adhere to company QA standards.
• Ensure finished product specifications, microbiological, and chemical integrity.
• Conduct daily pre-operational checks and internal audits within the factory.
• Investigate non-compliant products or practices promptly and apply findings to improve processes.

Qualifications

• Post-secondary education in Food Science, Chemistry, Public Health, or Biological Science.
• Knowledge of food safety standards.
• HACCP plant experience is advantageous.
• Previous leadership experience in a Food Processing facility preferred.
• Effective communication skills.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work under tight deadlines and pressure.
• Computer literacy required.
• Bilingual - English/Spanish is an asset.