Plant Quality Technician

Plant Quality Technician

A Plant Quality Technician at Niagara is responsible for executing corporate and plant specific Food Safety, Quality and Laboratory requirements. The QA Technician reports to the QA Manager, and in the absence of the QA Technician the QA Manager or an authorized designate will assume these duties.

• Ensure all parameters of food safety and quality are being adhered to and maintained throughout the facility.
• Assist with batching chemicals/ingredients for production.
• Calibrate lab and line equipment for accurate results.
• Collect in-process and finished product samples.
• Conduct standardized qualitative and quantitative testing to ensure products meet specifications.
• Perform aseptic testing for microbial contamination.
• Follow protocols for documenting testing results.
• Recognize deficiencies and initiate proper follow-up.
• Identify and isolate products that do not meet standards.
• Aid in troubleshooting deficiencies and non-conformances.
• Review food safety and quality records.
• Actively participate in plant teams (HACCP, Safety, etc.).
• Conduct other duties as assigned by management.

• Minimum Qualifications:
• 0 Years – Experience in a field or similar manufacturing environment.
• 0 Years – Experience in Position.
• 0 Years – Experience managing people/projects.
• Experience may include a combination of work experience and education.
• Must read, write and communicate in English.
• Must be able to work a 12‑hour shift (days or nights) on a rotating schedule.
• Must follow GMP policy – wear company‑issued shirt, hat, safety glasses, earplugs and hairnet in production areas.
• Able to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Able to work under pressure in a very fast‑paced environment.
• Preferred Qualifications:
  • 2 Years – Experience in a field or similar manufacturing environment.
  • 2 Years – Experience working in Position.
  • 2 Years – Experience managing people/projects.

• Lead Like an Owner
  • Makes safety the number one priority.
  • Keeps alert for safety issues and escalates immediately.
  • Effectively prioritizes tasks based on department goals.
  • Shows respect to others and confronts interpersonal issues directly.
  • Prioritizes resolution of customer issues effectively.
  • Responds promptly and honors commitments to internal and external customers.
• InnovACT
  • Makes recommendations to continuously improve policies, methods, procedures, and/or products.
  • Demonstrates adaptability by reacting appropriately to unexpected changes.
  • Increases performance through greater efficiency.
• Find a Way
  • Seeks to develop technical knowledge through learning from other experts.
  • Understands interdepartmental impact of individual decisions and actions.
  • Seeks solutions rather than placing blame.
• Empowered to be Great
  • Consistently looks for ways to improve one’s self through growth and development opportunities.
  • Communicates clearly and promptly up, down, and across.
  • Communicates effectively to manage expectations.

• Minimum
  
  Required:
  
  High School Diploma
• Preferred:
  Associate's Degree

• Required:
  
  N/A
• Preferred: HACCP

• Required:
  
  Full Professional Proficiency
• Preferred:
  None Required

• Paid Time Off for holidays, sick time, and vacation time
• Paid parental and caregiver leaves
• Medical, including virtual care options
• Dental
• Vision
• 401(k) with company match
• Health Savings Account with company match
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Expanded mental wellbeing benefits, including free counseling sessions for all team members and household family members
• Family Building Benefits, including enhanced fertility benefits for IVF and fertility preservation plus adoption, surrogacy, and doula reimbursements
• Income protection including Life and AD&D, short and long‑term disability, critical illness and an accident plan
• Special discount programs, including pet plans, pre‑paid legal services, identity theft, car rental, airport parking, etc.
• Tuition reimbursement, college savings plan and scholarship opportunities
• And more!

Los Angeles County applicants only. Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers, the California Fair Chance Act, and any other applicable local and state laws.

Location:

Temple.