FSQ Technician

Midlothian Facility, 4126 Power Way, Midlothian, Texas, United States of America

Posted Wednesday, June 24, 2026 at 5:00 AM

Sun Opta delivers customized supply chain solutions and innovation for top brands, retailers, and food service providers across a broad portfolio of beverages, broths, and better-for-you snacks. With over 50 years of expertise, Sun Opta fuels customers’ growth with high-quality, sustainability-forward solutions distributed through retail, club, food service, and e-commerce channels across North America.

The FSQ Technician is responsible for performing necessary laboratory testing to ensure ingredients, product and packaging conform to specifications. FSQ Technician follows written and verbal instructions to determine that quality and efficiency standards are being met. In addition, the FSQ Technician is responsible for the efficiency, safety and quality of laboratory work and for effective communication relative to shift and plant performance.

• Assure package integrity and product quality by performing laboratory testing and aseptic package evaluation procedures
• Perform laboratory testing such as pH, solids/moisture, sodium, etc.
• Assist with investigations related to product spoilage
• Collect and communicate lab data with Quality Supervisor and Operations Shift Leaders
• Perform incubation activities according to standard operating procedures
• Maintain a clean and organized workstation
• Troubleshoot and resolve basic to moderate operating difficulties involving area equipment
• Responsible for laboratory equipment calibrations at specified intervals
• Accurately prepares and maintains all area paperwork
• Perform microbiology testing including basic plating in clean room environment, stocking lab, shipping samples, retrieving results, and communicating to management as needed
• All other duties as assigned

• Follow all facility human and food safety policies including proper use of PPE
• Report all near misses and accidents to the production supervisor

• Understand SQF code, FSMA, HACCP, and Food Defense
• Awareness of Food Safety and Quality requirements that pertain to the plant and specific role
• Follow Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) to conduct required testing for products prior to processing, after processing and prior to product release
• Cooperates with other shifts and management team for facility housekeeping endeavors

• Ensure teamwork with management and operators occurs during each scheduled shift

• Promote and contribute to the development of teamwork among production team members

• Continuous learning of the Aseptic batching, sterilization, and filling processes

• None.

• Must learn and perform consistently the above essential duties

• High school diploma or equivalent required
• 2+ years related experience in Food Science/Food Technology, or a food or beverage production facility preferred.

• Location:
  
  This position will be at the Sun Opta Plant in Midlothian, TX.
• Travel:
  Potential for travel to various Sun Opta locations for meetings and other job-related functions.
• Shifts:
  
  Day Shift (A) - 6 am to 6:30 pm; this role is on a 2-2-3 pattern. Some flexibility may be needed.
• Pay Rate: $24.70 / hour.
• Work Environment:
  This position will be in a production / manufacturing environment.
• Physical Demands:
  This role may require lifting up to 50 pounds and occasionally up to 75 pounds, plus ability to stand for extended periods of time.
• Work Environment:
  Approximately 95% of this work is performed in a manufacturing/lab environment; 5% of work may involve being in an office environment.
• Attendance:
  Must have good attendance record and be able to work a 12-hour shift.

• Medical insurance
• Vision insurance
• Paid Family leave
• Paid maternity leave
• 401(k) with Match
• Voluntary Life, Accident, Critical Illness and Hospital indemnity
• Paid Holidays
• Tuition assistance
• Short-term and Long-term Disability insurance

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time, with or without notice.

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
EOE M/W/VET/DISABLED

Midlothian Facility, 4126 Power Way, Midlothian, Texas, United States of America