Food QA Technician | Micro Lab & QA Inspections

The Cheesecake Factory Incorporated; Calabasas (CA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental & Vision

401K with company match

Vacation time

Sick time

Dining discount

Job summary

The Cheesecake Factory Bakery in Calabasas, CA is seeking a Quality Assurance Technician to ensure the quality of raw materials, intermediates and finished products. You will inspect, test and document quality outcomes while upholding safety standards.

The role requires basic microbiology knowledge, 6+ months QA experience, and the ability to work overtime. Benefits include health plans and 401(k). This position is on-site at our Calabasas facility.

Qualifications

• Minimum 6 months QA experience.
• Knowledge of basic microbiology techniques (aseptic sampling, dilutions, plating).
• Good communication skills; can read, write and speak English.
• General computer skills (Word, Excel, Access).
• Ability to work overtime on weekdays and weekends.

Responsibilities

• Inspect and evaluate raw materials, packaging materials, intermediates and finished product to meet quality objectives.
• Adhere to specifications and work instructions; provide input for improvements.
• Review PQG paperwork for conformity to specifications.
• Conduct GMP inspections.
• Conduct pre-operational inspections.
• Conduct on-shift product review evaluations.
• Report non-conformances to QA supervision in a timely manner.
• Initiate and administer quality and food safety holds.
• Attend and participate in quality meetings and shift handovers.
• Interact with production, receiving, shipping, sanitation, safety and maintenance.
• Follow safety procedures per OSHA; assist with new hire onboarding.

Skills

QA experience

Micro techniques

Communication

Computer skills

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Biology, Microbiology, or related science

Tools

Microsoft Word

Excel

Access

Job description

The Cheesecake Factory Bakery in Calabasas, CA is seeking a Quality Assurance Technician to ensure the quality of raw materials, intermediates and finished products. You will inspect, test and document quality outcomes while upholding safety standards.

The role requires basic microbiology knowledge, 6+ months QA experience, and the ability to work overtime. Benefits include health plans and 401(k). This position is on-site at our Calabasas facility.