Assistant Quality Technician

Adecco Portugal; Mechanicsburg (Cumberland County); On-site; USD 24,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401K plan

Paid leave

Job summary

Nestlé in Mechanicsburg, PA is seeking an Assistant Quality Technician to assist with analysis, testing, sensory evaluations, and reviewing results to ensure finished goods meet safety and quality standards.

You will support sampling of ingredients, maintain lab sanitation, and collaborate with Production and Product Safety teams. A High School Diploma or GED and 1 year QA or lab experience are preferred. PPE required, including steel-toe footwear.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.

Responsibilities

• Assist with analysis and testing of finished products using various methods, including wet chemistry.
• Perform sensory evaluations on in-process and finished products.
• Review testing results for release of finished goods.
• Maintain high sanitation and cleanliness in the QA lab.
• Support sampling and testing of incoming ingredients across materials.

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Employer

A Swiss multinational food and drink processing conglomerate corporation headquartered in Vevey, Switzerland.

Location

Mechanicsburg PA 17050

Responsibilities

• Assist with the analysis and testing of finished products using a variety of testing methods, including wet chemistry techniques.
• Perform sensory evaluations on in-process and finished products.
• Review food safety, regulatory, and quality testing results prior to the release of finished goods for shipment.
• Assist with microbiological sampling, sample preparation, and testing as required.
• Maintain high sanitation and cleanliness standards within the Quality Assurance laboratory.
• Support the sampling and testing of incoming ingredients, including physical testing of materials received in rail cars, trucks, bins, sacks, and totes.
• Collaborate with Production, Maintenance, and Product Safety teams to support quality and food safety initiatives.
• Participate in cross-training opportunities to develop knowledge and skills across various Quality Assurance functions.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Minimum of 1 year of experience in quality assurance, food manufacturing, laboratory operations, or a related environment preferred.
• Basic understanding of quality testing methods and laboratory procedures.
• Ability to perform sensory evaluations and collect accurate testing data.
• Knowledge of food safety, quality, and regulatory requirements preferred.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to maintaining quality standards.
• Ability to work effectively in a team-oriented manufacturing environment.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• Ability to maintain laboratory cleanliness and follow sanitation procedures.
• Must provide and wear steel-toe footwear as required PPE.

What's in this Assistant Quality Technician position for you?

• Pay:$ 21.36/hr – $21.36/hr on W2
• Shift: 2nd shift: Sat & Sun 12pm -12am, Mon & Tues 4pm-12am (this position will end 4/24/27) 3rd shift: Sat & Sun 12am -12pm, Thur & Fri 12am -8am (this position will end 12/26/26)

Pay Details

$21.36 per hour

Benefits

Benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits and a 401K plan. Our benefit offerings provide employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. In addition, our associates may be eligible for paid leave including Paid Sick Leave or any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay where applicable.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

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