Quality Assurance; QA Technician; 2nd Shift​/Mon - Fri, Weekends during Peak Season

Position: Quality Assurance (QA) Technician (2nd Shift / Mon - Fri, Weekends during Peak Season / 1:00PM [...]

QA TECHNICIAN – Kettle Cuisine

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. The position is available in Seattle, WA. Compensation ranges from $21.00–$26.00 per hour (DOE) with shift differentials ($1 on 2nd shift, $2 on 3rd shift).

Job Summary

Ensures all records pertaining to HACCP, Pre‑requisite programs, and SSOPs are reviewed for accuracy and any deficiencies are identified. Handles supply ordering for quality–related equipment, supplies, and services. Reports internal and external quality and production metrics.

Description

Same as Job Summary.

Role And Responsibilities

• Perform analytical testing including pH, sodium, color, drain weight, water activity, brix & moisture.
• Verify food safety and quality checks established in the KC‑Everett Plant’s HACCP/FSMA and Preventive Control Programs.
• Maintain food safety and regulatory compliance of sanitation practices. Provide on‑floor QA support to investigate food safety, quality, or process control issues.
• Assist QA management in collecting data to improve products and systems as necessary, applying Statistical Process Controls.
• Ensure work areas meet plant GMP requirements and comply with all local, state and federal regulations.
• Perform verification system checks to keep sanitation systems on track, including daily pre‑operation sanitation checks (inspections, APC, ATP, and Environmental monitoring).
• Assist QA and R&D during special batch runs.
• Assist QA and Operations in conformance checks of ingredients, packaging, and finished product against specifications.
• Work safely and follow Kettle Cuisine standards and occupational safety regulations.
• Help achieve KC‑Everett Plant and QA departmental goals and objectives.

Qualifications And Experience

• 2‑year technical degree or 4‑year college program in Food Science, Quality or related field, or equivalent.
• Strong knowledge of HACCP and USDA/FDA regulations.
• HACCP certification preferred. Inventory and database management experience preferred.
• Ability to identify and create processes, write procedures, and respond to inquiries or complaints from customers or regulators.
• Excellent computer skills in Microsoft Word, Excel, and related Office tools.
• Thrives in a challenging, entrepreneurial atmosphere; open to change.
• Strong interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills with an obsessive attention to detail.
• Comfortable working fast‑paced, ambiguous environments.
• Passionate about food and willing to address difficult situations with patience and respect.

Technical Experience & Required Attributes

• Ability to multitask with extremely high attention to detail.
• Team player who builds an effective working environment.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Positive attitude and motivation to contribute to overall success.
• Capable of building relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
• Creative problem‑solving skills.
• Able to manage multiple projects quickly.
• Passionate about food and open to addressing challenging situations.

Within The Kettle Cuisine Team You Are Expected To

• Model and support Kettle’s Core Values and safety culture.
• Create a culture of accountability & performance.
• Drive a focus on quality and continuous improvement.
• Plan work, track results, and resolve variances.

LEVEL OF RESPONSIBILITY

• Works with little supervision; exercises discretion within areas of responsibility.
• Recommends actions and alternatives to supervisor and others.
• Position has little to no customer contact.
• Indirect contributes to moderate revenue‑generating efforts.
• Decisions may moderately impact other departments or external relationships; errors typically detected after fact and may cause moderate interruption.

Compensation and Benefits

Compensation: $21.00–$26.00/hour (DOE) plus shift differentials. Benefits include Medical, Vision, and Dental Insurance; 401K Matching;
Accrued Paid Time Off (PTO) and Sick Leave;
Paid Holidays;
Paid Maternity and Paternity Leave;
Life Insurance;
Disability Insurance;
Tuition Assistance.

WORKING CONDITIONS AND PHYSICAL EFFORT

Work in a manufacturing setting with occasional physical exertion (lifting objects up to 25 pounds). Requires moderate concentration, visual effort, and ability to…