Quality Assurance Technician

Position: QUALITY ASSURANCE TECHNICIAN
Location: Tecumseh

Joining Nortera Foods Inc. means joining a team that grows together!

As the North American leader of ready-to-cook vegetables, we are committed to contributing to the well‑being of society by providing access to healthy and sustainable foods.

Nortera Foods Inc. produces major private and retail brands and markets its own Arctic Gardens and Del Monte.

Why choose Nortera:

Competitive hourly wage;

Range of social benefits

Environment that fosters learning and professional development;

Opportunities to work on inspiring projects in a growing company!

Reporting to the Production Manager, the QA Technician will ensure product meets food safety, quality and company standards while reporting any concerns to the Production Supervisor. This position is presented on a seasonal basis contributing to Bulk Production periods before, during and after the canning season - transitioning back to available positions in the off‑season or entering the SUB plan.

Key responsibilities include:

Quality, documentation and compliance to all specifications and customer specific requirements

Completing Audits before start ups and after sanitations as required

Communication is an essential part of this function. Communication with canning plant, field department is critical and this associate wear a radio

Direction and specific requirements must be communicated to all required employees

This associate must be an example for all seasonal workers with GMP and safety knowledge

This associate must work closely with shift supervisor to ensure consistently good product

End of shift review all documentation-ensure all documentation is complete and correct

Other duties as may be assigned

KNOWLEDGE,

SKILLS AND ABILITIES

Basic computer skills are required for completing quality checks and production records

Basic record‑keeping and documentation skills

Strong attention to detail

Ability to inspect product for quality, freshness, size and damage

Good understanding of food safety and cleanliness standards

Reliable, punctual, and able to work as part of a team

Medium to Heavy Lifter

Standing, sitting, walking, climbing, crawling, bending, stooping, kneeling, crouching, twisting/turning, pulling/pushing, reaching, hand/eye coordination, finger/wrist dexterity, grasping/pinching, lifting up to 50 lbs.

Specific vision abilities are required by this job to include close vision, color vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus

Appropriate work intensity level:  Light to Medium

Hourly wage is $22.87 - $24.00/hour.

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