Food Manufacturing Quality Technician - 1st Shift

Food Manufacturing Quality Technician - 1st Shift

Quality assurance technicians ensure that goods meet manufacturing standards and are free of defects. Quality technicians are responsible for conducting testing procedures during the manufacturing processes to ensure that products comply with quality standards.

• Prepare and set-up QA equipment and utensils pre-production
• Verify fryers and freezer settings according to production schedule
• Perform daily equipment calibration
• Perform hourly quality check points to ensure consistent quality in product
• SSOP check daily
• Ensure all records are completed timely
• Pre and post-op sanitation of packing area, including ATP test
• Report any food safety and/or quality issues to Production Manager immediately.
• Assist in maintaining (USDA/FDA) regulatory compliance.
• Maintain schedule of testing and validation activities following SQF standards and guidelines.
• Perform other duties as required

• Effective verbal and written communication skills
• Work in a team environment
• Basic Math skills
• Read, write and speak English
• Experience with Quality Control preferred

Qualifications & Experience

• High School Diploma or GED preferred; one to two years' experience
• Experience with Food and Beverage industry preferred

Sanitation

• Sweep floor, wash the trays, tables, wash carts, short simple conveyor, squeegee the water off the floor, throw out garbage.

Work Environment & Physical Requirements

• Must be able to stand, walk, kneel and bend for virtually entire shift.
• Occasionally required to balance or climb.
• Frequently lift and/or move up to 30 pounds.

Key Company Values Van's Kitchen is a privately held, purpose-driven company founded focused on sharing bold, authentic flavors with families across America. We value humility, excellence, generosity, authenticity and love, and seek leaders who thrive on teamwork, accountability, and building something meaningful. Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance-based bonuses.
• Health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Company paid disability and life insurance.
• Retirement savings plan with company match.
• Paid time off and holidays.
• Opportunities for professional growth and development.

EEOC Vans Kitchen is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all employment practices within our organization, including but not limited to hiring, recruiting, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, leave of absence, compensation, benefits, training, and apprenticeship.

Vans Kitchen makes hiring decisions based solely on qualifications, merit, and business needs at the time.

Van's Kitchen was established in 1986 by Van and Kim Nguyen. The company was built on three core principles – faith, family, and friendship. Van and Kim built a successful company fueled by their passion for people and their hard work ethic. They had a vision that their company would not only provide value to their customers, but also promote success in their community.

Today, Van's Kitchen continues to infuse every interaction and every egg roll with the original Nguyen philosophy: "Make Every Bite The Best One".

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