Quality Control/Lab Tech

About the Company

Join the Costco meat processing facility producing meatballs, hot dogs, hamburger patties, and ground beef. This is a fast-paced manufacturing environment with temperatures ranging from 28°F to 38°F.

Job Summary

The Lab/QC Technician is responsible for collecting and testing product samples, conducting quality inspections throughout the facility, and ensuring compliance with USDA regulations and company quality standards.

Essential Responsibilities

• Collect meat samples from products on the production floor
• Perform laboratory testing and analysis of product samples
• Conduct quality inspections throughout the processing facility
• Monitor and ensure compliance with USDA and company food safety requirements
• Accurately document testing results and inspection findings
• Assist in other warehouse or production areas as needed

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED, science degree preferred
• Ability to stand and walk for the duration of the shift
• 1 year Food Processing or QA experience preferred
• Ability to work in a cold environment ranging from 28°F to 30°F on the production floor
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced manufacturing setting
• Willingness to assist in multiple areas of the facility as business needs require
• Steel-toe or composite-toe, slip-resistant footwear is required

Shifts Available: Part Time: 1st Shift | 4:30 AM - 8:30 AM; Full Time: 1st- 4:30AM - 1PM; 2nd- 4PM-12:30AM