Food Safety, Quality, and Regulatory Technician

Morton Salt, Inc.; South Hutchinson (KS); On-site; USD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dedicated team at an iconic company committed to producing high-quality salt products. As a Food Safety, Quality, and Regulatory Technician, you will play a crucial role in ensuring product safety and quality through rigorous testing and inspections. This position offers the opportunity to work in a dynamic environment, where your contributions will help enhance everyday life. If you're self-motivated and passionate about quality assurance, this role is perfect for you. Embrace the chance to be part of a sustainable future while working with a team that values respect and teamwork.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of related lab experience preferred.
• Strong knowledge of FDA, FSMA, HACCP regulations.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Conduct quality inspections of equipment, materials, and processes.
• Perform routine HACCP inspections and validate test methods.
• Maintain records of preventative maintenance for lab equipment.

Skills

HACCP

GMPs

BRC

MS Office (Word, Excel)

Interpersonal Skills

Communication Skills

Conflict Management

Ability to Work Under Pressure

Education

High School diploma or GED

Associate or Bachelor’s degree

Job description

Food Safety, Quality, and Regulatory Technician

Job Category: Operations

Requisition Number: FOODS002125

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• Posted: May 6, 2025
• Full-Time
• On-site

Locations

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South Hutchinson, KS 67505, USA

Description

Morton Salt is an iconic company with a strong heritage and a bright future. Since 1848, we have been improving lives and enhancing everyday moments – at home, at work, and virtually everywhere in between. We help unlock flavors in food, make roads and sidewalks safer, improve water quality in baths, pools, and homes, and keep businesses and industries running. We are a dedicated team striving for continuous improvement, passionate about building a sustainable future for our company, communities, and the world around us. By joining our team, you will contribute to producing and delivering salt that enhances everyday life.

Job Summary

The FSQR Technician is responsible for testing and inspecting products and processes at various production stages. Evaluates data to ensure quality, safety, legality, and authenticity of all products.

This is a 3rd-shift position.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Conduct quality inspections of equipment, materials, and processes.
• Perform routine HACCP (FSP) inspections.
• Inspect plant processes and products as prescribed by the FSQR Manager.
• Calibrate laboratory and detection equipment as applicable.
• Validate analytical test methods.
• Perform analytical testing of in-process and finished products, record data accurately.
• Test incoming materials and ingredients per schedule.
• Follow all safety standards and guidelines during work.
• Maintain records of preventative maintenance for laboratory equipment.
• Manage FSQR document storage and backups.
• Provide backup support to other FSQR technicians as needed.
• Work flexible hours, including weekends and after-hours support.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• High School diploma or GED required; associate or bachelor’s degree preferred.
• At least three years of related lab experience preferred.
• Experience with HACCP, GMPs, and BRC preferred.
• Proficient in MS Office (Word, Excel).
• Self-motivated, energetic, able to work independently and in teams, proactive, and driven to improve systems and processes.
• Strong knowledge of ISP, GFSI standards, and regulations like FDA, FSMA, HACCP.
• Ability to understand and follow company policies and regulations.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and conflict management skills.
• Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment.
• Effective communicator at all organizational levels and external stakeholders.
• Physical ability to lift up to 50 pounds, and work in an industrial environment with exposure to temperature changes, dust, machinery, and moisture.

A key responsibility is to adhere to all safety, quality, and environmental regulations, ensuring a safe work environment and continuous improvement of FSQR and EHS programs.

At Morton Salt, we value teamwork, dignity, respect, and the unique contributions of all employees. We are committed to equal employment opportunity and prohibit discrimination and harassment in any form.

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