Quality Technician

Job Category

Quality Job Family:
Plant Quality Assurance

Work Shift:

6am-6:30pm, 2-2-3 schedule

• Provide support to Laboratory department by performing and/or coordinating a variety of laboratory processes.
• Register and prepare samples for general analytical testing through data entry, weighing and physical homogenization.
• Prep and perform routine to more complex analyses per approved methods.
• Accurately read and record results of analyses, ensuring identification numbers matched with correct samples.
• Operate basic laboratory equipment such as balances, pH meter, colorimeter, spectrophotometer, autoclave, evaporator, etc.
• Prepare and assure the accuracy of standards and reagents needed for analyses.
• Acid wash glassware and specially clean other equipment and areas as required.
• Act as primary data generator; record and calculate data; sign assay sheets.
• Perform routine lab and department maintenance to keep area clean and orderly.
• Conduct preliminary interpretations of data or observations, and draft short reports to Manager.
• Complete assignments in a timely, diligent, and safe manner; perform work in accordance with SOPs.
• Assist with establishment and maintenance of Quality Assurance/Quality Control documents, plans and procedures.
• Document QA/QC data and report to lead or management.
• Ensure equipment is maintained in reliable working order; make repairs or modifications or request repairs in a timely manner.

• Troubleshoot issues or concerns with management.
• Understand and adhere to Good Manufacturing Practices and Good Laboratory Practices.
• Work with dairy and nut products in addition to other related ingredients and allergens.
• Stop any observed unsafe acts and obey facility safety rules and procedures.
• Correct or report any observed safety hazards.
• Support safety policies and programs.

• High School Diploma or GED (preferred).
• Associate's Degree or coursework in Food Science, Chemistry or Biology (preferred).
• Equivalent combination of education and/or experience may be considered.

• Minimum one (1) year of experience in the food production industry or related quality or laboratory field (preferred).
• Experience with both metric and standard systems of measurement (preferred).

• Ability to read, understand, and follow documents and procedures such as GLP, SOP, MSDS, GMP, test procedures, and HACCP.
• Work well in a fast‑paced environment.
• Attention to detail, quality and cleanliness.
• Excellent organizational skills, establish priorities, ability to multitask, meet deadlines.
• Effective verbal and written communication with supervisors, managers, colleagues and external parties.
• Follow verbal and written instructions; perform routine tasks and carry out detailed instructions.
• Basic computer skills with Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Outlook and field‑specific software.
• Basic math including fractions, decimals, percentages and algebraic calculations.
• Results‑driven, bottom‑line oriented, strive to exceed goals, motivate self and others.
• Functional and technical knowledge, ability to learn new skills quickly, achieve high level of accomplishment.
• Extract, analyze, and act on information with limited supervisory input.
• Dedication to meet expectations and requirements of internal and external customers; act with customers in mind.
• Professional manner in dealing with others, maintain constructive relationships.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.

• Retirement benefits: 401(k) match and Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) contributions.
• Bonus pay and incentive pay twice a year.
• Personal Time Off (PTO) starting on day one.
• Childcare support up to $5,000 annually and monthly contributions for independent babysitters.
• Wellness Incentive and Lifestyle Spending Account (LSA) for fitness, mental health, and other lifestyle expenses.
• Tuition reimbursement for further education.
• Medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, pet and mental health benefits starting day one.

Employer requires work authorization in the country where the role is based. For applicants without current authorization, the company will determine sponsorship suitability based on immigration requirements.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability. The company will not discriminate on the basis of disability.