Food Quality Technician — Second Shift

VDFCP - R.J. Van Drunen & Sons, Inc.; Crown Point (IN); On-site; USD 2,962,000 - 3,100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Paid holidays

Vacation time

Tuition assistance

401(k) with company match

Job summary

Van Drunen Family of Companies is seeking a Quality Assurance/Quality Control role for the Crown Point, Indiana facility on the second shift. Expected pay range is $21.50–$22.50 per hour, with bonus opportunities based on performance metrics.

Benefits include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, paid holidays, vacation, and a 401(k) with company match. Responsibilities include inspecting raw materials and products for quality, identifying non-conformances, monitoring safety/quality controls,

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Two or more years of manufacturing experience preferred, ideally within food, beverage, or ingredient manufacturing.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to maintain accurate records and documentation.
• Ability to read, write, and communicate effectively in English; Spanish language skills are a plus.
• Basic proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, and email applications.
• Strong problem-solving, communication, organizational, and analytical skills with a commitment to quality and food safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Inspect and verify raw materials, packaging components, and finished products to ensure compliance with quality, food safety, and customer specifications.
• Identify, isolate, document, and elevate non-conforming materials while partnering with Production and Quality leadership to investigate and resolve issues.
• Monitor and verify critical food safety and quality controls, including code dates, scale calibrations, metal detection systems, sanitation checks, and production documentation.
• Support compliance with FSMA, HACCP, traceability, and regulatory requirements through accurate recordkeeping and verification activities.
• Participate in incident investigations, corrective actions, environmental monitoring programs, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Train and coach production team members on quality standards, food safety procedures, and documentation accuracy.

Skills

Manufacturing experience

Attention to detail

English communication

Microsoft Word

Excel

Email applications

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Word

Excel

Job description

Van Drunen Family of Companies is seeking a Quality Assurance/Quality Control role for the Crown Point, Indiana facility on the second shift. Expected pay range is $21.50–$22.50 per hour, with bonus opportunities based on performance metrics.

Benefits include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, paid holidays, vacation, and a 401(k) with company match. Responsibilities include inspecting raw materials and products for quality, identifying non-conformances, monitoring safety/quality controls,