Quality Assurance; QA Technician; 2nd Shift

Quality Assurance (QA) Technician (2nd Shift)

• Position Type:
  Full-Time

At the heart of our company is a deep passion for creating fresh, healthy, and artisan-quality food that brings people together. We honor the craft of artisan cooking—using scratch-made stocks, hand-chopped herbs, and only the highest-quality ingredients—complemented by cutting‑edge technology. This allows us to deliver consistently safe, exceptional products on a large scale.

But it’s not just about the food. Our culture is built on principles that shape how we grow, both as individuals and as a team. One of our core values, Honoring Development, guides us to actively seek out, celebrate, and nurture one another’s talents, strengths, and interests. By fostering each other’s growth, we strengthen our relationships and capabilities, driving both personal and professional success.

We also believe in Honoring Each Other. We surround ourselves with passionate people who share our love for great food. Through mutual respect and collaboration, we create an environment where employees are empowered to thrive, building trusting, and rewarding relationships with our clients, partners, and one another.

If you’re looking for a place where your skills, passion, and ideas can flourish, we invite you to explore the opportunities available within our dynamic and supportive team.

Job Summary

Ensures all records pertaining to HACCP, Pre‑requisite programs, and SSOPs are reviewed for accuracy and any deficiencies are identified;
Supply ordering for quality‑related equipment, supplies, and services. Reporting of internal and external Quality and Production‑related metrics.

Role and Responsibilities

Key Responsibilities:

• Perform analytical testing including but not limited to pH, sodium, color, drain weight, water activity, brix & moisture.
• Performs verification of food safety and quality checks established in the KC‑Everett Plant’s HACCP/FSMA and Preventive Control Programs.
• Ensure Food Safety and Regulatory compliance of sanitation practices. Provide on the floor QA support to help with the investigation and troubleshooting of any food safety, quality, or process control related issues.
• Assists QA management in the collection of data for the purpose of improving products and systems as necessary as it relates to food safety and quality (Statistical Process Controls).
• Ensure work areas on the floor follow plant GMP requirements and meet all local, state and federal regulations.
• Perform verification system checks to ensure sanitation systems are on track including daily pre‑operational sanitation checks (inspections, APC, ATP, and Environmental monitoring).
• Assist QA and R&D as needed during special batch runs.
• Assist QA and Operations in conformance checks of ingredients, packaging, and finished product to ensure they meet established specifications.
• Work in a safe manner and follow all Kettle Cuisine standards, along with Federal, State, and Local regulations for occupational safety.
• Assist QA and site in accomplishing the 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 combination of education and experience.
• Strong knowledge and understanding of HACCP and USDA/FDA regulations.
• HACCP certification preferred. Inventory and database management experience preferred.
• Ability to identify and create processes and write procedures.
• Ability to respond to common inquiries or complaints from customers, regulatory agencies, or of the business community.
• Thrives in a challenging, entrepreneurial atmosphere; open to change and creating change.
• Computer skills – extensive knowledge of MS Office Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access and an e‑mail system.

Technical

Experience:

Required attributes

• Ability to multitask with an extremely high level of attention to detail.
• Excellent interpersonal skills, team player, generates enthusiasm, and builds effective working environment.
• Strong communication skills, both oral and written.
• Positive attitude and motivated by contributing to the overall success…