Food Quality & Safety QA Technician (Second Shift)

Greenwood Associates Inc.; Niles (IL); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

401k Retirement Plan

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Accident/Critical Illness Insurance

Generous PTO Accrual

Paid Holidays

Job summary

Greenwood Associates Inc. is a family-owned distributor serving the food and beverage industry since 1974. The company seeks a second shift Quality Control Technician (QA Tech) to perform qualitative and quantitative checks on products to support FSMS and ensure quality and safety.

The role is full-time, at-will, non-exempt and hourly, with start times between 10:00 AM and 3:00 PM. Responsibilities include sample analysis, inspections, record-keeping, and maintaining equipment while complying

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED, college classes/degree or equivalent experience.
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions in a fast-paced team environment.
• Strong analytical thinking and problem-solving skills.
• Understand and apply food safety principles and regulations as required.
• Proficient with computer systems and ERP or similar software.

Responsibilities

• Collect, prepare, analyze, interpret, and report test results for chemical, physical, and microbiological samples.
• Conduct inspection checks on goods and production processes.
• Ensure compliance with FDA and CPFG food safety rules and regulations.
• Report safety/quality findings and issues.
• Perform maintenance of laboratory equipment according to operation and calibration requirements.
• Maintain compliance documentation as required.
• Record data in logbooks, computer spreadsheets, and ERP system.
• Perform general laboratory housekeeping as outlined in MSS.
• Inventory, monitor, and restock lab supplies.
• Follow safety protocols and use personal protective equipment as required.
• Work hours may vary based on production activities and overtime may be required.

Skills

Microsoft Office

ERP systems

Data analysis

Communication

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

MS Excel

Job description

Greenwood Associates Inc. is a family-owned distributor serving the food and beverage industry since 1974. The company seeks a second shift Quality Control Technician (QA Tech) to perform qualitative and quantitative checks on products to support FSMS and ensure quality and safety.

The role is full-time, at-will, non-exempt and hourly, with start times between 10:00 AM and 3:00 PM. Responsibilities include sample analysis, inspections, record-keeping, and maintaining equipment while complying