Quality Assurance Technician- 1st Shift

About the role

We are seeking a Quality Assurance Technician to join our rapidly growing team and help ensure compliance with food safety and quality standards.

Responsibilities

• Be a food safety and quality champion, assisting Operations in GMP and SOP compliance.
• Help ensure compliance with product safety, consistency, and quality standards in alignment with the Oats Overnight Food Safety Plan.
• Routinely interact with plant personnel to provide quality and safety-related information.
• Perform inspections and real-time sanitation checks using rapid result testing.
• Inspect incoming shipments and materials.
• Sample ingredients and products using correct sampling techniques.
• Maintain records of tests, audits, and other quality procedures to ensure accurate documentation.
• Collaborate with other departments to identify and address food safety risks throughout the production process with other food safety team members.
• Ensure compliance with Good Manufacturing Practices and promote food safety throughout the facility.
• Perform other related and assigned duties as necessary.

Requirements

• 1–5 years of experience in food manufacturing or quality assurance.
• A high school diploma required; some college preferred.
• Experience supporting a collaborative, team-oriented environment.
• Conzientious, reliable, and detail-oriented.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong organizational and time management skills with proven ability to meet deadlines.
• Computer proficiency with MS Office.
• Razor-sharp problem-solving skills and the ability to assess and adapt quickly.
• Able to handle multiple priorities in a fast-moving environment.
• Must be able to read and write English.
• Flexible, willing, and quick to learn new processes, new technology, and new ways of thinking.

Qualifications

• Must be able to work with food ingredients, including exposure to food allergens.
• Must be able to lift 20–50 pounds occasionally, and/or 10–25 pounds frequently, to lift, carry, push, pull, or move objects.
• Required use of hands, fingers, arms, and the ability to stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.
• Must be able to safely and successfully perform the essential job functions consistent with the ADA, FMLA, and other federal, state, and local standards.
• Must be able to maintain regular, punctual attendance consistent with the ADA, FMLA, and other federal, state, and local standards.

Skills

• Food safety and quality assurance knowledge.
• Good interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Basic computer skills, including MS Office.
• Problem-solving and critical thinking skills.

Benefits

• Full benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life.
• Monday – Friday schedule.
• Weekly pay.
• Stock options — every employee is an owner.
• Free, delicious oatmeal.

Pay

Competitive salary based on experience.

Schedule

Monday – Friday