Food Manufacturing Quality Technician

Actalent; Manitowoc (WI); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the food manufacturing sector is seeking a Quality Technician to join their Quality Assurance Department. The ideal candidate will ensure product quality through various checks and testing, requiring attention to detail and compliance with sanitation standards. This role involves working in a fast-paced environment, adhering to strict quality protocols, and collaborating with teams to maintain high standards. Applicants should have relevant educational qualifications and experience in quality assurance.

Benefits

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) Retirement Plan

Life Insurance

Short and long-term disability

Health Spending Account (HSA)

Transportation benefits

Employee Assistance Program

Time Off/Leave

Qualifications

• Experience in HACCP, Sanitation, and food manufacturing.
• Ability to attend GMP, FSMA, Food Defense Awareness training.

Responsibilities

• Conduct in-process quality checks.
• Perform testing on finished products and raw materials.
• Manage the completion of the Master Sanitation schedule.

Skills

Quality assurance

Quality control

Data entry

Quality assurance testing

Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications

Biology

Chemistry

Document control

Education

Two-year degree in Food Science

Two-year degree in Biology

Two-year degree in Microbiology

Two-year degree in Chemistry

Job description

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Job Description

We are seeking a skilled and experienced Quality Technician to carry out various tasks in our Quality Assurance Department. The ideal candidate will provide excellent attention to detail, have experience in Microsoft Office applications, possess good communication skills, and have previous quality assurance experience in the food manufacturing environment.

Job Title: Quality Technician

Job Description

We are seeking a skilled and experienced Quality Technician to carry out various tasks in our Quality Assurance Department. The ideal candidate will provide excellent attention to detail, have experience in Microsoft Office applications, possess good communication skills, and have previous quality assurance experience in the food manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

• Conduct in-process quality checks.
• Perform testing on finished products and raw materials.
• Carry out post-sanitation inspections and allergen testing.
• Review sanitation paperwork.
• Manage the completion of the Master Sanitation schedule.
• Oversee ingredient and supplier documentation.
• Document and communicate ingredient or product non-conformances.
  
  

Essential Skills

• Quality assurance.
• Quality control.
• Data entry.
• Quality assurance testing.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.
• Biology.
• Chemistry.
• Document control.
  
  

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• A two-year degree in Food Science, Biology, Microbiology, Chemistry, or equivalent work experience.
• A four-year degree in the aforementioned fields is a plus.
• Experience in Hazard Analysis Critical Control Points (HACCP), Sanitation, and manufacturing in a food or dairy facility.
• Ability to attend GMP, FSMA, Food Defense Awareness, and Allergen Training.
• Compliance with all requirements of the SQF Program.
• Adherence to all GMP Requirements.
• Provide or obtain a Pasteurization License within 6 months of hire.
  
  

Work Environment

The role is based in a food manufacturing environment where adherence to sanitation and quality standards is paramount. You will work with a range of technologies and equipment related to food safety and quality control. The position requires compliance with dress codes and safety standards, ensuring a clean and secure workplace.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $19.00 - $19.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job

classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be

subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits

Available For This Temporary Role May Include The Following

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
  
  

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Manitowoc,WI.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on May 23, 2025.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing due to a disability, please email [e-mail] for other accommodation options.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

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Job function

• Job function

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