Georgia QA Technician

Description

Headquartered in Vineland, NJ, F&S Fresh Foods is leading the way in fresh-cut fruit, vegetables, and meal solutions distribution. With the recent acquisition of five additional state-of-the-art facilities strategically located across the U.S., we now deliver to customers across the United States and Canada — every single day!

For over 40 years, we’ve been redefining production and safety processes, building strong partnerships, and creating endless possibilities for our diverse customers — from restaurants and supermarket prepared food operations to convenience store chains and beyond. At F&S, we are fueling families with nutrition, innovation, and convenience, turning meals into memorable moments. By combining cutting-edge technology, deep-rooted customer relationships, and operational excellence, we are shaping the future of fresh — from farm to family.

We’re not just about food; we’re about people. Recognized as a Great Place to Work for three consecutive years, our team of 2,100 full-time employees drives our culture forward by living our values every day. If you’re ready to be part of a company that values innovation, excellence, and community impact, join us as we embrace our next exciting chapter of growth.

Together, we’re planting the seeds of progress and nourishing a fresh, healthy future for everyone!

• Competitive compensation package
• Comprehensive benefits:
  Medical, Dental, Vision and Life Insurance
• 401(K) including company match!
• Paid Time Off annually + Paid Holidays
• Career Advancement opportunities and Tuition Assistance

The Quality Assurance Technician safeguards the safety and quality of every product that leaves our facility. You will make sure customer specifications are met and the plant complies with local, state, and federal food safety and health regulations. Working on the floor alongside operations, receiving, and QA leadership, you’ll inspect, test, and document, and you’ll step in when something isn’t right.

This role matters because our customers, and the families they serve, trust that every fresh-cut product from F&S is safe, consistent, and made to spec. The ideal candidate is organized and detail-oriented, comfortable speaking up, and thrives in a fast-paced, chilled food environment.

Requirements

• Partner with operations to uphold food safety best practices and maintain USDA, FDA, state, and local regulatory compliance
• Perform quality checks and CCP monitoring, including temperature logs, sanitation, labeling, net weight, and package integrity
• Conduct pre-operation inspections, environmental and USDA swabbing, and shelf-life testing; place holds on or reject nonconforming materials and products
• Verify receiving inspections in Produce Pro (PPRO), including truck temperatures, FIFO rotation, and allergen segregation
• Calibrate scales and thermometers, and keep calibration, receiving, and daily FSQA records accurate and complete
• Support internal and external audits, documenting findings, downtime, and corrective and preventive actions through to closure
• Review plant recipes, specifications, and labels, and recommend decisions on raw, in-process, and finished product conformance
• Collect and ship lab samples, manage product retains and QA supplies, and monitor cleanliness and 5S standards

• High school diploma or equivalent required; college coursework or a related degree is a plus
• Experience working in a chilled or refrigerated food production environment
• Working knowledge of HACCP, Good Manufacturing Practices, and start-up processes in a USDA-regulated facility
• HACCP, Food Handler, or related certification preferred
• Experience with Produce Pro or other supplier database / product lifecycle management software preferred
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including using spreadsheets and formulas to analyze data
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Highly organized, detail-oriented self-starter who takes ownership of daily routines

Physical Demands: [Ability to lift up to 50 lbs, stand for extended periods, and work in a refrigerated environment]

F&S is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity at every level of the organization. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected status.