Entry-Level Food QC Technician – Precision & Safety

Central Valley Meat Co.; Hanford (CA); On-site; USD 314,000 - 369,000; Full time

Job summary

Central Valley Meat Company is seeking a Quality Control Technician – Level 1 to perform routine quality inspections across the production process, ensuring compliance with internal standards and USDA guidelines. You will verify allergen controls, conduct in-process checks, and document results to support food safety and product integrity.

The role involves reviewing records, performing final product inspections, collecting samples, and coordinating with management on issues.

Qualifications

• Associate degree preferred.
• 2+ years in manufacturing or quality control.
• Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine quality control inspections on production lines.
• Verify allergen control procedures and sanitation.
• Conduct in-process quality checks per schedules and procedures.
• Review inspection records for completeness and corrective actions.
• Verify packaging, labeling, and marking accuracy of finished goods.
• Perform final inspections of finished products and collect samples.
• Document findings and update quality databases.
• Escalate quality or food-safety concerns to supervisors.
• Participate in hold and transfer processes as required.

Skills

GMP Compliance

Quality Inspection

Data Entry

Attention to Detail

Education

Associate degree

Tools

Quality databases

Job description

Central Valley Meat Company is seeking a Quality Control Technician – Level 1 to perform routine quality inspections across the production process, ensuring compliance with internal standards and USDA guidelines. You will verify allergen controls, conduct in-process checks, and document results to support food safety and product integrity.

The role involves reviewing records, performing final product inspections, collecting samples, and coordinating with management on issues.