QUALITY ASSURANCE TECHNICIAN (FULL TIME)

About the role

Location: Fresh & Ready FG WI - 10303 South Oakview Parkway, Oak Creek, WI 53154. Full-time schedule, Monday through Friday; hours may vary. Work in a temperature-controlled environment with exposure to cold conditions for extended periods.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine quality and food safety inspections of raw materials, work-in-process, and finished products.
• Monitor production processes to ensure compliance with GMPs (Good Manufacturing Practices), HACCP plans, SSOPs, and company policies.
• Conduct product evaluations, including weight, temperature, pH, moisture, foreign material, and sensory checks.
• Collect and submit samples for microbiological and laboratory testing.
• Verify allergen controls, label accuracy, ingredient usage, and lot code traceability.
• Complete quality records, inspection forms, and electronic documentation accurately and completely.
• Investigate quality issues and non-conformances and assist with corrective actions.
• Conduct pre-operational and operational sanitation inspections.
• Verify metal detector, X-ray, scale, and other food safety equipment performance.
• Monitor employee compliance with food safety and personal hygiene requirements.
• Place products on hold when specifications are not met and notify management.
• Assist during customer, regulatory, and third-party audits.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives to enhance product quality and food safety.

Requirements

• Previous quality assurance experience in a food manufacturing setting is required.

Qualifications

• Associates Degree in an Engineering or Business Field, and 5 years’ of experience in the maintenance field with a demonstrated skill in one trade and a good understanding of other trades through work experience at similar institutions, or;
• High School Diploma/GED and 10 years’ experience in the maintenance field, with a demonstrated skill in one trade and a significant understanding of other trades acquired through work experience at similar institution/s, and;
• The ability to read, comprehend and transmit complicated detailed instructions in writing and orally. Effective written (spelling/grammar) skills, computer proficient (Microsoft Office, specifically proficiency in Excel & Word etc.) Database management, accounting, and knowledge of various office equipment/systems.

Benefits

• Retirement Plan, Associate Shopping Program, Health and Wellness Programs, Discount Marketplace, Identity Theft Protection, Pet Insurance, Voluntary Benefits, including Critical Illness Insurance, Accident Insurance, Hospital Indemnity Insurance, Legal Services, and Choice Auto and Home Program
• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance/AD, Disability Insurance, Commuter Benefits, Employee Assistance Program, Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)
• Internal Employee Referral Bonus Available
• Paid and/or unpaid time off benefits in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws (see link for Washington State, Maryland, or remote positions)

Pay

Fixed Pay Rate: $20.00 per hour

Schedule

Full time schedule. Monday through Friday; hours may vary. Further details upon interview.