Airline Catering- Food Safety & Quality Technician

Flying Food Group; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and prescription coverage

Dental and vision insurance

Life and disability insurance

401k with company match

Tuition reimbursement

Pet insurance

MetLife Legal Program

Job summary

Flying Food Group is seeking a Food Safety & Quality Tech to support daily FSQ operations in a production facility. This full-time hourly role focuses on maintaining records, ensuring GMP/HACCP compliance, and supporting inspections and audits.

Ideal candidates have FSQ experience, strong attention to detail, and proficiency with MS Office. The position reports to the FSQ Manager with regular duties including sample collection, data recording, and document control.

Qualifications

• Experience as FSQ Clerk/Tech or similar clerical role.
• Knowledge of HACCP, GMP, SOPs, and sanitation standards.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word/Excel).
• English proficiency; bilingual preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist FSQ team with daily food safety and quality assurance activities.
• Maintain FSQ records and ensure timely documentation.
• Perform GMP and sanitation checks in production areas.
• Collect samples and monitor quality data.
• Verify batch records and paperwork accuracy.
• Support audits and document control tasks.
• Maintain FSQ supplies and inventory.
• Notify supervisors of safety or quality concerns.
• Assist with calibration logs and sanitation verification.
• Prepare materials for internal, customer, and regulatory audits.

Skills

Attention to detail

Independent work

Communication

GMP/HACCP knowledge

MS Office proficiency

Tools

Excel

Word

Job description

Job Description

Job Title: Food Safety & Quality Tech

Classification: Full-Time/Hourly

Salary Range: $28.00 hourly

Reports to: FSQ Manager

Date of Opening: 09/30/ 2026

The Food Safety & Quality (FSQ) Clerk/Tech supports food safety and quality assurance operations by maintaining accurate records, monitoring compliance with GMP, HACCP, and sanitation requirements, assisting with inspections and audits, and ensuring documentation, inventory, and quality control processes are completed accurately and efficiently to support safe and compliant production operations.

Essential Functions

• Assist the FSQ team with daily food safety and quality assurance activities.
• Complete and maintain food safety and quality records accurately and on time.
• Perform routine checks of production areas for GMP (Good Manufacturing Practices), and sanitation compliance.
• Collect and organize products, ingredients, and environmental samples as directed.
• Monitor and record production data, including temperatures, weights, and other quality parameters.
• Verify that production paperwork, labels, and batch records are complete and accurate.
• Assist with document control, filing, and maintaining FSQ records in accordance with company procedures.
• Support product hold, release, and traceability documentation under the guidance of FSQ Technicians or Supervisors.
• Notify the FSQ Technician or Supervisor of any food safety, quality, or regulatory concerns observed during routine inspections.
• Assist with calibration logs, sanitation verification records, and pre-operational inspection documentation.
• Help prepare materials and records for internal, customer, and regulatory audits.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of the FSQ supplies and work areas.
• Maintain inventory of product labels and FSQ supplies; monitor stock and notify the appropriate personnel when replenishment is needed.
• Receive, organize, and stock FSQ supplies and ensure inventory is stored in a clean and orderly manner.
• Follow all company food safety, quality, GMP, HACCP, and employee safety policies.
• Knowledge of internal policies and procedures.
• Competent in working independently within the area.
• Follow established rules of each unit for entry to building and work areas, properly attired and in compliance with HACCP guidelines for personal hygiene and observe security precautions as mandated by unit management.
• Other duties assigned by Unit FSQ Manager and/or Corporate Quality Assurance.

Skills and Qualifications

• Experience as a Food Safety & Quality Clerk/Tech or in a similar clerical role.
• Knowledge of HACCP, GMP, SOPs, and food industry quality and sanitation standards preferred.
• Strong attention to detail, organizational, and multitasking skills.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Word and Excel.
• Strong communication, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills.
• Proficient in English (written and verbal); bilingual skills preferred.
• Self-motivated, dependable, and results-driven.
• Team-oriented with a strong commitment to attendance, punctuality, and workplace safety.

Supervisory Responsibility

This position has no supervisory responsibilities.

Work Environment

This position is in a food manufacturing facility and involves working in areas that may be cold, hot, humid, or noisy. The environment includes exposure to strong food odors, allergens, and potentially working with equipment. Employees may need to follow strict sanitation and safety protocols, including the use of personal protective equipment (PPE). Work may take place on wet or slippery surfaces.

Physical Demands

• Standing/Walking: Ability to stand and walk for prolonged periods, often on concrete or other hard surfaces.
• Lifting/Carrying: Frequently lift, carry, push, or pull objects up to 25 lbs. (occasionally more with assistance or equipment).
• Repetitive Motions: Use of hands and arms for repetitive tasks such as packing, sorting, or operating machinery.
• Sensory Requirements: Must be able to evaluate food products, detect odors, and visually inspect food for quality and safety.
• Reaching/Bending: Frequent reaching overhead, bending, stooping, and crouching throughout the shift.
• Manual Dexterity: Use of fine motor skills for tasks requiring precision and coordination, such as operating controls or using smaller tools.
• Visual Requirements: Ability to visually inspect products, labels, or equipment for quality and safety standards.
• Auditory Requirements: Ability to hear alarms, machine sounds, and verbal communication in a noisy environment.
• Protective Equipment: Must be able to wear appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE), which may include but not be limited to hairnets, gloves, masks, and/or safety shoes, as required by food safety standards and warehouse protocol.

Position Type/Expected Hours of Work

This is a full-time, non-exempt position. Standard hours and days of work may vary based on production schedules and operational needs, including flight schedules. Evening, weekends, and holiday work may be required, as well as occasional overtime.

Travel

No travel is required.

Other Duties

Please note that this job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, and activities associated with the position. Additional tasks may be assigned as necessary, and duties may change with or without notice.

Benefits

Flying Food Group LLC offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

• Medical, prescription drug coverage, dental, and vision insurance
• Life and disability insurance
• Accident, critical illness, and hospital indemnity plans
• Flexible spending accounts and employee assistance programs
• Retirement program (401k) with company match
• Tuition reimbursement and pet insurance
• MetLife- Legal Program