Quality Assurance Technician I

Location: Toledo, OH

About the role

Join Mennel Milling, a company that has been feeding the world since 1886 through teamwork and excellence. As a Quality Assurance Technician I, you’ll play a key role in ensuring our products meet internal and external quality specifications while supporting Mennel’s food safety programs and commitment to delivering superior quality, uniformity, and service.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine testing and accurately analyze samples for internal and external customers.
• Report testing results and promptly communicate quality, safety, and security concerns to the appropriate team members and Quality Assurance Manager.
• Calibrate and troubleshoot testing equipment while maintaining accurate calibration logs.
• Perform monthly intra-laboratory check samples to support testing accuracy and consistency.
• Follow all food safety and personal safety requirements, including GMPs, OSHA, HACCP, GFSI, and FDA Food Safety Modernization Act standards.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and audit-ready work area while completing assigned sanitation duties.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Associate or bachelor’s Degree in cereal science, food science, chemistry, biology, biochemistry, analytical instrumentation, microbiology, or a related field preferred.
• Strong attention to detail with the ability to prioritize and organize tasks effectively.
• Ability to learn and perform routine laboratory testing and accurately document results.
• Basic computer skills, including Microsoft Office, Internet, and company software systems.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively with both internal and external customers.
• Ability to exercise sound judgment and adapt to changing work duties and priorities.

Benefits

• Competitive Pay
• Flexible Accrued Paid Time Off and Holiday Schedule
• Health & Wellbeing Benefits (medical, vision, dental, HSA, EAP, and more)
• Career Advancement, training opportunities, and tuition assistance
• Retirement Contributions (401k, etc.)