Quality Lab Technician

About the role

The Quality Technician is a vital member of the team, responsible for ensuring the highest standards of product quality. This role involves collaborating with the first shift at the start of the day to understand the production status, address any quality issues, and manage ongoing activities.

Responsibilities

• Run samples through lab instrumentation and perform daily quality checks on the production floor.
• Conduct routine quality tests on coatings, packaging, and in-process products, including temperature, line conditions, and basic chemical testing (moisture, pH, salt, and fat analysis).
• Complete instrument calibrations and manage the check-in/check-out process of laboratory equipment for production use.
• Provide daily production and quality support for smoked product links.
• Collaborate in the handling of pasteurized processed cheese, wedges, blocks for co-packers, and queso dip.
• Manage full-case products, portioning, smoking, and preparing finished goods for customer return.
• Work with various product formats, including 0.7 oz to 8 oz cups, and oversee the production of vegan cream cheese and vegan cheese wedges.

Requirements

• Proficiency in quality control and laboratory practices.
• Understanding of GMP (Good Manufacturing Practices).
• Experience in microbiology, food industry, and food production.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• 1+ year of experience in quality and food manufacturing within GMP standards.

Work Environment

The work schedule is Monday to Friday, 2:30 PM to 11:00 PM, with two 10-minute paid breaks and one 30-minute unpaid break. Occasional Saturday work may be required, with double time compensation. The environment includes a chem lab located centrally in the production area and a micro lab adjacent to the office space.

Pay

The pay range for this position is $24.50 - $28.00/hr.

Benefits

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)