1st Shift Food Quality Assurance Technician

Fresh Mark, Inc.; Salem (OH); On-site; USD 22,000 - 31,000; Full time

Job summary

Fresh Mark, Inc. in Salem, Ohio, is hiring a 1st shift Quality Technician. The QA Technician will perform a wide range of quality control tests to ensure products meet internal and customer specifications and regulatory requirements.

The role requires knowledge of FDA GMPs and HACCP principles. The position offers $19.00/hour with benefits; HS diploma or higher with QA experience preferred. Training in food safety and GMPs is provided, and there is an emphasis on accurate recordkeeping and

Qualifications

• Two-year degree or certificate in food science preferred; high school diploma or equivalent required.
• One or more years QA or related experience in a food processing facility preferred.
• Knowledge of FDA GMPs and HACCP principles.
• Maintain accurate records and documentation.
• Train employees on food safety and GMPs.

Responsibilities

• Performs physical, analytical and microbial testing, and sensory evaluation per QA procedures.
• Conducts process checks across production, packaging, sanitation and warehousing.
• Coordinates with sanitation for environmental testing program.
• Communicates test results and observations to QA management, Production and Sanitation.
• Assists line technicians and in Sample Retain Program.
• Prepares QA stations and calibrates equipment for processing.
• Generates QA reports and audits.
• Ensure compliance with company standards and report deviations.
• Attend trainings related to food safety, HACCP, CCP and safety.
• Maintain records of QA activities and USDA pre-shipment records.

Skills

FDA GMPs/HACCP

QA testing equipment

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Data entry/interpretation

Basic math

Education

Two-year degree or certificate in food science

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Fresh Mark, Inc. in Salem, Ohio, is hiring a 1st shift Quality Technician. The QA Technician will perform a wide range of quality control tests to ensure products meet internal and customer specifications and regulatory requirements.

The role requires knowledge of FDA GMPs and HACCP principles. The position offers $19.00/hour with benefits; HS diploma or higher with QA experience preferred. Training in food safety and GMPs is provided, and there is an emphasis on accurate recordkeeping and