Chocolate Quality Technician - Food Safety & QA

Russell Stover Chocolates, LLC; Abilene (KS); On-site; USD 42,000 - 63,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

GMP training

Protective gear provided

Climate-controlled environment

Safety tips & training

Job summary

Russell Stover Chocolates, LLC in Abilene, KS is seeking a Quality Technician to support Quality Assurance efforts and ensure only top‑quality chocolate products are shipped. You will work with the QA lead and team to inspect, document, and resolve quality issues while learning the duties of all QA team members for coverage during absences.

Ideal candidates have strong attention to detail, knowledge of GMP, and a passion for safe, high‑quality food products.

Qualifications

• At least 18 years of age.
• High school diploma or GED.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to speak, read, and write English fluently.
• Ability to use MS Office and process execution software.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Ability to routinely and frequently stand, stoop, bend, and lift during a shift.
• Ability to stand on hard surfaces for the duration of a shift.
• Must be available to work weekends/flexible schedule, dependent on production schedule.
• Must be able to differentiate between colors and shifts in colors.

Responsibilities

• Operate equipment, tools, and machinery in a safe and proficient manner.
• Requests, receives, maintains, weighs, bags & inspects ingredients.
• Must be able to read and understand process specifications, scales, weights and volumes.
• Must be able to pay close attention to detail.
• Verify that process, specifications, from raw material to packaged goods, are maintained at acceptable levels.
• Maintain a high level of awareness regarding sanitation standards and conditions.
• Collaborates with employees and management from all areas of the plant to ensure compliance with RSC guidelines, rules, and procedures.
• Adhere to Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) to ensure product quality and maintain compliance with food safety standards.
• Complete and follow FSQA training and programs to comply with regulatory requirements, ensure consumer safety, and support the plant's food safety and quality objectives.
• Promptly report and take appropriate action on any observed or potential food safety hazards, process deviations, or non‑conformities by notifying the designated plant supervisor, in accordance with your role and responsibilities.
• Actively contributes to the continuous improvement of the company's Food Safety Culture through engagement and actions aligned with your role.
• Performs clean‑up activities as assigned.

Skills

Communication skills

MS Office

Color vision

Standing for long periods

Lifting up to 50 lbs

Weekend availability

English fluency

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Process execution software

Job description

Russell Stover Chocolates, LLC in Abilene, KS is seeking a Quality Technician to support Quality Assurance efforts and ensure only top‑quality chocolate products are shipped. You will work with the QA lead and team to inspect, document, and resolve quality issues while learning the duties of all QA team members for coverage during absences.

Ideal candidates have strong attention to detail, knowledge of GMP, and a passion for safe, high‑quality food products.