FSQ Technician

Blount Fine Foods is a family-owned and operated manufacturer, marketer, and developer of premium fresh prepared foods. We bring restaurant-quality products to America—including single‑serve grab‑n‑go soups, mac & cheese, and entrées in grocery stores nationwide, as well as for hot bars and restaurants. Our mission is to create the finest food experiences with specialty certifications such as organic, gluten‑free, and low sodium.

Join a proven team for growth, success, and a satisfying career.

This second‑shift role assists FSQ Management in maintaining overall product quality and safety, completing tasks and documenting FSQ responsibilities.

• Receive leadership and daily direction from shift FSQ Sr. Technician & Supervisor.
• Notify Tech Level 2 or higher when non‑conformances are noted and assure proper documentation.
• Perform required finished product testing, complete documentation, and enter data for all FSQ activities.
• Conduct food safety inspections in the production environment (e.g., inter‑batch cleaning).
• Conduct QPE and Packout quality audits to ensure all batching and packaging specifications are maintained.
• Perform GMP and SSOP daily inspections.
• Complete weekly and monthly tasks.
• Perform second‑day testing, raw material inspections, and data entry.
• Organize finished product retains.
• Inform the team of raw material issues.
• Operate and maintain laboratory instruments as required.
• Inspect finished product for food safety hazards, including foreign material.
• Other duties with similar skills, work conditions, and responsibilities as assigned.

• High School Diploma preferred.
• Food handling experience preferred.
• Manufacturing experience preferred.
• Paperwork verification experience preferred.

• Medical, dental, and vision benefits.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Paid time off including vacation, sick time, and holidays.
• Education Assistance Program.
• Life insurance and short‑term disability.
• Discounts on Blount products at company retail locations.