Quality Assurance Technician - 3rd Shift

Job Overview

This role will pay an extra $1.50/hr for all hours between 6pm and 6am. As a Quality Assurance Technician, you will play a critical role in ensuring the safety, quality, and compliance of our food products. You will be responsible for conducting inspections, tests, and audits throughout the production process to uphold our standards of excellence. This position requires attention to detail, strong communication skills, and a commitment to maintaining a sanitary and efficient manufacturing environment.

• Perform routine inspections of raw materials, in-process products, and finished goods to ensure adherence to quality specifications and regulatory requirements.
• Maintain thorough and accurate records of inspection and testing activities, including test results, deviations, and corrective actions taken.
• Monitor critical control points and production parameters to identify and address deviations from established standards.
• Collaborate with production personnel to implement corrective actions as needed.
• Verify that equipment, facilities, and personnel adhere to sanitation standards and Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP).
• Report any sanitation issues or concerns to the appropriate personnel.
• Assist in the audits and maintenance of Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Points (HACCP) plans.
• Participate in HACCP meetings and help identify potential hazards and control measures.
• Identify opportunities for process improvements and participate in quality-related projects and initiatives.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to review best practices and drive continuous quality improvement.
• Provide training to production personnel on quality standards, procedures, and best practices.
• Demonstrate flexibility to work overtime and non‑standard hours, including evenings, weekends, and holidays.
• Perform all other duties as assigned.

• Education/Certifications and Experience
  • High school diploma or GED.
  • Additional vocational training or certification in food production or manufacturing is a plus.
  • Previous experience in food manufacturing or similar production environment, preferred.
• Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
  • Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
  • Knowledge of food safety regulations (FSA, USDA) and quality assurance practices (GMPs).
  • Strong attention to detail and ability to follow instructions and procedures accurately.
  • Good communication skills and ability to work effectively as part of a team.
  • Physical stamina and ability to lift and move heavy objects as required in the production process.
  • Ability to work in a fast‑paced environment.
• Supervisory Responsibilities N/A

• Frequent exposure to dirt, dust, fumes, odors, darkness, poor lighting, noise, and vibration.
• Seasonal exposure to extreme temperatures, wetness, and humidity.
• Work involves operating around mechanical equipment, forklifts, chemical hazards, electrical hazards, and potential fire or explosive hazards.
• Physical tasks include standing, walking, lifting and carrying up to 50 pounds, fine dexterity, and frequent kneeling, crawling, and twisting.

C.H. Guenther & Son and its subsidiaries are E‑Verify participating employers.

All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of the pre‑employment screening process, which includes a drug screen and review of criminal background and other records as required.

The company is an AA/EEO/Drug‑Free Employer.