Quality Assurance Technician, Syrup - 3rd Shift

We are seeking a QA Technician who enjoys working in both the lab and on the production floor. You bring experience in Food Safety & Quality and are eager to grow your expertise. This role ensures products are manufactured following GMPs, Food Safety/HACCP plans, and quality standards to meet regulatory and GFSI (SQF) requirements.

Responsibilities

• Act as a trusted advisor on Food Safety and Quality for the manufacturing line team, fostering collaboration and positive change.
• Perform GMP inspections, line checks, and review SOPs to ensure procedures support First Time Quality (FTQ).
• Inspect packaging and ingredients to maintain high-quality standards.
• Oversee the positive release process for all products and develop expertise in product sensory evaluation.
• Investigate customer feedback and provide written analysis of findings.
• Lead the calibration program to ensure accuracy of measuring equipment.
• Maintain organized and easily accessible documentation, addressing any anomalies in records.
• Conduct daily sensory analysis and quality control checks of finished products.
• Support audit readiness by working with internal and external teams to address gaps and ensure compliance with GFSI (SQF) standards.
• Review and recommend improvements to SOPs, and assist in training teams on GMPs and food safety topics.
• Communicate pertinent information effectively, both verbally and in writing, to keep all team members informed.
• Prioritize safety, report issues promptly, and help implement safety improvements.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in a technical/scientific discipline (Food, Physical, or Biological Sciences preferred).
• 1-3 years of experience in a food manufacturing environment.
• PCQI/HACCP certification preferred.
• Excellent written and verbal communication, analytical, and critical thinking skills.
• Highly organized with acute attention to detail.
• Fluent in written and verbal English.
• Ability to lift 50 pounds.
• Flexibility to work various shifts occasionally, including overtime and weekends as needed.
• Proficiency in Excel, Word, Outlook, and PowerPoint.
• Experience with a large ERP system (e.g., Oracle) strongly preferred.

Schedule

Monday to Friday, 3rd Shift: 9:00 PM – 5:30 AM. Eligible for a $1.50 shift differential.

Pay

$26.73 - $29.72 per hour.