Food Processing QA Technician

Maple Leaf Farms; Milford (IN); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Maple Leaf Farms is seeking a Quality Assurance Tech to perform pre-operational inspections, in-process and finished-product checks, and monitoring of critical equipment in a fast-paced food processing facility.

You will verify formulations, lot numbers, labels, and traceability, inspect ingredients and packaging, and ensure compliance with GMPs, SSOPs, and HACCP principles. Strong attention to detail and English communication are essential.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Ability to read, write, and communicate effectively in English.
• Strong attention to detail for visual and measured inspections.
• Ability to interpret production records, specifications, and quality documentation.

Responsibilities

• Perform pre-operational inspections of production areas, equipment, and facilities; require corrective cleaning when needed.
• Conduct in-process and finished-product inspections against specifications and customer requirements.
• Verify scales, thermometers, metal detectors, and other monitoring equipment; coordinate corrective action for deficiencies.
• Complete and document food safety and quality checks, including CCP monitoring, temperature checks, and sampling.
• Verify formulations, lot numbers, production records, net weights, labels, codes, and traceability records.
• Inspect incoming ingredients, packaging materials, and returned products for compliance; monitor GMPs and sanitation procedures.

Skills

Attention to detail

English communication

Reading/interpretation

Independent work

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Maple Leaf Farms is seeking a Quality Assurance Tech to perform pre-operational inspections, in-process and finished-product checks, and monitoring of critical equipment in a fast-paced food processing facility.

You will verify formulations, lot numbers, labels, and traceability, inspect ingredients and packaging, and ensure compliance with GMPs, SSOPs, and HACCP principles. Strong attention to detail and English communication are essential.