Food Quality Technician - QA & Compliance

J.M. Smucker; Arkadelphia (AR); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Hostess Brands is seeking a QA Technician to ensure products meet quality and food safety standards. The role involves monitoring production, performing inspections and tests, and maintaining accurate records to support compliance with FDA, USDA, SQF, and internal policies.

You will conduct routine quality checks, document results, and support internal audits, calibrate equipment, and collaborate with production, sanitation, and maintenance teams to resolve issues.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required.
• Flexibility to work various shifts including weekends/holidays.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced production environment and handle multiple tasks.
• Familiarity with HACCP, GMP, SQF, or similar food safety programs.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Basic computer skills (e.g., MS Office, data entry)

Responsibilities

• Perform routine quality checks on raw materials, in-process, and finished products
• Monitor and verify production processes meet regulatory and company standards
• Document test results, deviations, and corrective actions in a timely manner
• Calibrate and maintain testing equipment as required
• Support internal audits and third-party inspections
• Communicate effectively with production, sanitation, and maintenance teams to resolve quality issues
• Assist in root cause analysis and continuous improvement initiatives
• Ensure proper labeling, traceability, and allergen controls are in place
• Follow all safety and GMP (Good Manufacturing Practices) guidelines

Skills

QA/QC experience

Attention to detail

Data entry

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Hostess Brands is seeking a QA Technician to ensure products meet quality and food safety standards. The role involves monitoring production, performing inspections and tests, and maintaining accurate records to support compliance with FDA, USDA, SQF, and internal policies.

You will conduct routine quality checks, document results, and support internal audits, calibrate equipment, and collaborate with production, sanitation, and maintenance teams to resolve issues.