Food Quality Assurance Technician

U.S. Waffle Company; Liberty (SC); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

U.S. Waffle Company in Liberty, SC is seeking a Quality Technician to uphold product quality and food safety across production areas. You will ensure compliance with SQF, investigate deviations, and drive continuous improvement with cross-functional teams.

Responsibilities include internal audits, testing of materials and finished goods, documentation for traceability, and supporting corrective actions. The role requires at least 2 years of QA experience, proficiency in Microsoft Office, and the

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of quality assurance experience (food manufacturing preferred).
• Knowledge of food safety, microbiology, and sanitation concepts.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook).

Responsibilities

• Conduct internal audits and equipment calibrations to verify food safety and product quality
• Investigate deviations, consumer complaints, and assist with root cause analysis
• Follow and enforce programs and policies that support SQF, regulatory, company, and customer standards
• Support the implementation, maintenance, and improvement of the SQF system
• Review production records and documents for completeness, accuracy, and compliance
• Collaborate with other departments to implement corrective and preventive actions
• Perform timely qualitative and quantitative testing on raw materials, in-process products, and finished goods
• Accurately document test results and maintain records for traceability
• Troubleshoot testing instruments and support evaluation of test methods
• Assist with validation of production lines and equipment
• Escalate food safety and quality issues and assist with root cause and corrective action (RCA) efforts
• Perform all tasks safely, efficiently, and accurately to support optimal plant performance
• Adhere to environmental, health, and safety (EHS) policies and serve as an active member of safety initiatives

Skills

Quality assurance experience

Food safety knowledge

Microbiology concepts

Sanitation concepts

Documentation skills

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

U.S. Waffle Company in Liberty, SC is seeking a Quality Technician to uphold product quality and food safety across production areas. You will ensure compliance with SQF, investigate deviations, and drive continuous improvement with cross-functional teams.

Responsibilities include internal audits, testing of materials and finished goods, documentation for traceability, and supporting corrective actions. The role requires at least 2 years of QA experience, proficiency in Microsoft Office, and the