2nd Shift Quality Control Technician

Stampede Culinary Partners; Sunland Park (NM); On-site; USD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Health, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Floating holidays

Job summary

A leading culinary solutions provider in Sunland Park is searching for a full-time Food Quality Control Technician to ensure the safety and quality of their products. This role requires conducting quality checks, monitoring production lines, and enforcing safety standards. The ideal candidate should have strong computer proficiency, communication skills, and be a team player. Competitive pay and excellent benefits, including health insurance and a 401(k) plan, are offered in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Physical ability to stand, walk, kneel, and lift up to 25 lbs in a production environment.
• Basic math skills to determine percentages and averages.
• Adherence to quality and safety guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Conduct pre-operational inspections to ensure readiness of production lines.
• Monitor product quality and conduct tests on various food items.
• Perform metal detection checks and organoleptic testing.

Skills

Proficiency with computers

Communication skills

Organization skills

Team player

Job description

At Stampede Culinary Partners in Sunland Park, NM, we don't just offer jobs-we offer careers with purpose. When you become our full-time Food Quality Control Technician, you'll be a key player in ensuring the safety, quality, and consistency of our products. We offer:

• Competitive pay
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• HSA/FSA options
• Short- and long-term disability coverage (STD/LTD)
• Life and AD&D insurance
• Accident insurance
• Group hospital indemnity insurance
• Pet insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Pension plan after 1 year
• Floating holidays
• Mental health support program
• Employee discounts on meat and veggies
• Event BBQs and recognition programs
• On-site parking and bus route access

SCHEDULE

This is a full-time 2nd shift position, working Monday through Friday from 2 PM to 10 PM, with frequent overtime opportunities based on production needs.

DAY-TO-DAY

As our Food Quality Control Technician, you are the last line of defense between our products and the customers who trust us. Your day starts with pre‑operational inspections to ensure the production lines are ready. You'll be responsible for monitoring product quality, conducting tests on seasonings, batters, breading, and marinades, and randomly pulling products off the line to check weight, length, and thickness against customer specifications. Every hour, you'll perform metal detection checks, box weight tracking, and organoleptic testing (cooking and tasting products) to guarantee that our food meets safety and quality standards. You'll manage critical documentation, work closely with U.S.D.A. and S.S.O.P. requirements, and train backup QC Technicians to ensure seamless operations. Your role also includes enforcing GMP practices across the plant and participating in weekly QA meetings to stay ahead of industry developments. Every decision you make protects our brand's reputation and ensures our customers receive only the best. Your work truly matters.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Proficiency with computers
• Adherence to quality and safety guidelines
• Physical ability to stand, walk, kneel, and lift up to 25 lbs in a cold, loud, and fast-moving production environment
• Basic math skills with the ability to use a calculator to determine percentages and averages
• Great communication skills, both written and verbal
• Strong organization and time management skills

Team player

Experience in the food industry is preferred but not required for this Food Quality Control Technician role.

JOIN US!

Stampede Culinary Partners, Inc. is an innovative protein solutions company that focuses on custom protein development and processing. Our customers include leading restaurants, top retailers, leading food service distributors, home delivery customers, and other emerging segments. The ability to satisfy our mission depends largely on our greatest asset, our employees! Our company culture is built on the expertise and experience of all our employees and driven by the 5 pillars that we hold ourselves to daily: perform passionately, challenge directly and respectfully, commit to teamwork, and embrace innovation.

Ready to become our Food Quality Control Technician? Just fill out the initial 3‑minute, mobile‑friendly application!