Food Quality Assurance Tech & Microbiology Specialist

Michigan Bread; Taylor (MI); On-site; USD 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Michigan Bread is seeking a Quality Assurance Technician, specializing as a Food Technologist, to join our food production team and uphold the highest safety and quality standards. You will manage GMPs, HACCP, SQF compliance, conduct inspections, and collaborate with production, sanitation, and maintenance to drive continuous improvement.

This role requires food science knowledge, attention to detail, and strong documentation skills; on-site position in Taylor, MI.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in Food Science, Food Technology, or related field preferred.
• Or equivalent manufacturing experience (minimum 2 years).
• Experience in food manufacturing environment preferred.
• Basic understanding of quality systems and food safety.

Responsibilities

• Perform daily pre-operational inspections to verify sanitation and readiness of production areas.
• Enforce GMPs, SOPs, HACCP plans, and food safety programs.
• Monitor SQF and regulatory standards.
• Conduct quality checks during production including visual inspections, weights, and product specifications.
• Review production paperwork for completeness and accuracy.
• Complete all required documentation accurately and timely.
• Place product on hold if it fails to meet specifications.
• Collaborate with Production, Maintenance, Warehouse, and Sanitation teams to address quality issues.
• Support HACCP team activities.
• Initiate and oversee CAPA reports.
• Conduct mock recalls for ingredients, packaging, and finished goods.

Skills

Attention to detail

Documentation skills

Math & analytics

Verbal & written communication

Cross-functional teamwork

Problem solving

Computer skills (Excel, Word)

GMPs & food safety knowledge

Education

Associate degree in Food Science or related field

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Quality management systems

Job description

Michigan Bread is seeking a Quality Assurance Technician, specializing as a Food Technologist, to join our food production team and uphold the highest safety and quality standards. You will manage GMPs, HACCP, SQF compliance, conduct inspections, and collaborate with production, sanitation, and maintenance to drive continuous improvement.

This role requires food science knowledge, attention to detail, and strong documentation skills; on-site position in Taylor, MI.