Food Quality Control Technician

Cedar's Foods; Haverhill (MA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Cedars Foods is hiring a Food Quality Control Technician for first shift. You will test, weigh, inspect, and verify products during production, contributing to safety and quality standards. Training is available for the right candidate and growth within food manufacturing is encouraged.

The role involves using a range of QA tools, documenting results, and ensuring compliance with quality specifications in a dynamic production environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in QA, food manufacturing, or food safety is a plus; we will train the right person.
• Basic knowledge of HACCP, FDA, or food safety standards is helpful.
• Computer/data entry skills preferred. Must be detail-oriented and eager to learn.

Responsibilities

• Perform quality checks using tools like pH meters, thermometers, viscometers, and moisture analyzers.
• Inspect product weight, packaging, and integrity using metal detectors, check-weighers, vacuum leakers, etc.
• Accurately record and verify all results.
• Taste-test products (may include allergens like soy, wheat, or nuts) to ensure quality meets specifications.
• Make timely decisions when quality issues arise and escapes as needed.

Skills

Quality control

Food safety

Attention to detail

English communication

Record keeping

Education

High school diploma

Tools

pH meters

Thermometers

Viscometers

Moisture analyzers

Metal detectors

Job description

Job Summary: As a Food Quality Control Technician on First Shift, you'll help ensure our products meet strict quality and safety standards. You'll test, weigh, inspect, and verify food products during production and help us maintain the high standards our customers expect. This is a great opportunity for someone looking to build or grow a career in food manufacturing. Were willing to train the right candidate!

Key Responsibilities:

Perform quality checks using tools like pH meters, thermometers, viscometers, and moisture analyzers. Inspect product weight, packaging, and integrity using metal detectors, check-weighers, vacuum leakers, etc. Accurately record and verify all results. Taste-test products (may include allergens like soy, wheat, or nuts) to ensure quality meets specifications. Make timely decisions when quality issues arise and escape as needed.

Working Conditions & Physical Requirements:

Work environment ranges from 34F to 55F. Frequent exposure to water, damp conditions, machinery, and noise. Must be able to stand/walk on concrete floors for long periods. Frequently lift up to 10 lbs; occasional use of stairs, ladders, or platforms. Frequent bending, twisting, reaching, and use of hands. Must be able to distinguish colors and inspect small details. Clear written and verbal communication skills in English required.

Qualifications:

Experience in QA, food manufacturing, or food safety is a plus we will train the right person. Basic knowledge of HACCP, FDA, or food safety standards is helpful.

Computer/data Entry Skills Preferred. Must Be Detail-oriented And Eager to learn.

Why Join Cedars Foods?

Cedars is a family-owned leader in Mediterranean food with a strong reputation for quality and innovation. We value hard work, teamwork, and growth and offer a supportive environment where you can build a long-term career.