QA lab tech
Job in
Minot, Ward County, North Dakota, 58703, USA
Listed on 2026-06-27
Listing for:
Winland Foods, Inc.
Full Time
position Listed on 2026-06-27
Job specializations:
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Manufacturing / Production
Quality Engineering -
Quality Assurance - QA/QC
Quality Control - QC Analysts/Managers, Quality Engineering, Food Quality & Safety
Job Description & How to Apply Below
As a Food Quality Team Member, you will be on the front line of protecting our standards and reputation. From performing critical inspections to supporting continuous improvement initiatives, you’ll play a hands-on role in making sure every product reflects our commitment to excellence. You’ll collaborate closely with production and sanitation teams, using your attention to detail and integrity to ensure compliance with food safety regulations and Winland’s high expectations.
This role is more than checking boxes—it’s about leading with care, protecting consumer well-being, and ensuring every bite of our food delivers on Winland’s promise of quality and consistency.
Employee Type:
Full time
Location:
ND Minot Job Type:Production Group Job Posting
Title:
QA lab tech
Job Description:
Schedule:
1st Shift Monday
- Friday 7am - 3:30 pm with rotating weekendsor 2nd Shift Monday
- Friday 3 pm - 11:30 pm with rotating weekends
Work Location:
5600 4th Ave NE, Minot, NDSalary, based on experience and other qualifications: $21.40
Benefits:
Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k) with match, STD/LTD/AD&D/Life, HSA, FSA, EAP, Hospital indemnity, Accident Insurance, Identity and Fraud Protection Plan, Legal, and Critical Illness.
Duties and Responsibilities:
This list of duties and responsibilities is not all inclusive and may be expanded to include other duties and responsibilities as management may deem necessary from time to time.
Safe Equipment Operation & Maintenance:
Perform daily inspections, environmental swabbing, and product inspections.
Verify compliance with established standards
Perform daily inspections, preventive maintenance on Quality equipment.
Product Handling, Quality Control & Inventory Management:
Conduct and oversee tasks like sensory testing, label verification, and analytical testing to ensure product attributes are correct.
Understand and follow plant policies for placing materials on hold and collecting retention samples.
Assist with inventory control for approved suppliers following FIFO practices.
Help with customer sample requests and microbiological testing for shipping requirements.
Communicate quality results to other teams within the plant.
Food Safety & Sanitation Compliance:
Lead facility inspections and assist with a variety of quality checks and audits.
Follow GMP, HACCP, SQF, FSMA, and company food safety policies.
Maintain cleanliness and sanitation.
Participate in internal auditing.
Assist in leading internal audits.
Team Collaboration, Leadership & Training:
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to resolve quality issues and investigate customer complaints
Assist team members, adapt to operational changes, and contribute to productivity, safety, and quality goals.
Provide backup coverage for multiple roles, share knowledge with peers, and support training.
Assist with SOP development and training.
Facilitate cross-departmental collaboration.
Documentation, Communication & Continuous Improvement:
Manage specialized quality programs and documentation, using technical skills in systems like SAP and other quality management software.
Prepare accurate written documentation.
Record inventory transactions, shipments, and quality results in SAP.Ensure precision in recording and reporting test results.
Support plant trials, process improvements, and cost savings projects.
Participate in 5S efforts.
Assist in reviewing quality paperwork and document control programs.
Work with supervisors and team to develop solutions to issues.
Act as 5S champion for area.
Knowledge, Training and
Experience:
Education & Experience:
High School Diploma or GED required. .Minimum 1 year of work experience in manufacturing or food production.
18+ years of age.
Technical & Mechanical
Skills:
Ability to operate, troubleshoot, and advise on minor adjustments to formulas or processes.
Mechanical aptitude with the ability to identify and resolve quality irregularities.
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