Food Safety Quality Assurance Technician

Charcuterie Artisans; Mapleville (RI); On-site; USD 33,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Charcuterie Artisans is seeking an FSQA Technician III to advance food safety and quality assurance across production shifts. You will act as a technical resource for FSQA Tech I and II, lead routine inspections, and support audit readiness and compliance.

The role requires enforcing HACCP and SQF standards and mentoring junior staff. Responsibilities include inspections of materials and processes, environmental monitoring, allergen verification, and collaboration with production and maintenance

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; associate degree or coursework in food science preferred.
• 2–4 years of experience in food manufacturing or quality assurance.
• Prior experience in a regulated food production environment is required.
• Experience in mentoring or training junior staff is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conduct and document inspections of raw materials, in-process items, and finished goods.
• Perform environmental monitoring, allergen verification, sanitation validation, and metal detection checks.
• Lead pre-operational inspections and verify corrective actions.
• Support internal and third-party audits by preparing documentation and participating in walkthroughs.
• Train and mentor FSQA Tech I and II team members on SOPs, GMPs, and food safety protocols.
• Collaborate with production, sanitation, and maintenance teams to resolve quality issues.
• Maintain accurate records in compliance with HACCP, SQF, USDA, and FDA standards.
• Participate in BOS, Risk Prediction assessments, and 5S audits.
• Assist FSQA leadership in implementing continuous improvement initiatives.

Skills

Food safety

HACCP

GMP

USDA/FDA compliance

Attention to detail

Leadership

Quality management systems

Microsoft Office

Education

High school diploma

Associate degree preferred in food science

Job description

Schedules available are:

Mon-Fri 6:30a-3:00p

Mon-Fri 2:30p-11:00p

Mon-Fri 4:00a-12:20p

all schedules include Saturdays as needed

FSQA Technician III is an advanced-level technician responsible for executing and supporting food safety and quality assurance programs across production shifts. This role serves as a technical resource for FSQA Tech I and II team members, leads routine inspections, and supports audit readiness and compliance initiatives. Technician III ensures that food safety protocols are followed and that products meet internal and regulatory standards.

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Conduct and document inspections of raw materials, in-process items, and finished goods.
• Perform environmental monitoring, allergen verification, sanitation validation, and metal detection checks.
• Lead pre-operational inspections and verify corrective actions.
• Support internal and third-party audits by preparing documentation and participating in walkthroughs.
• Train and mentor FSQA Tech I and II team members on SOPs, GMPs, and food safety protocols.
• Collaborate with production, sanitation, and maintenance teams to resolve quality issues.
• Maintain accurate records in compliance with HACCP, SQF, USDA, and FDA standards.
• Participate in BOS (Behavior Observation Surveys), Risk Prediction assessments, and 5S audits.
• Assist FSQA leadership in implementing continuous improvement initiatives.

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Strong understanding of food safety regulations and quality assurance principles.
• Proficiency in HACCP, GMP, USDA, FDA, and SQF standards.
• Excellent attention to detail and ability to follow and enforce procedures.
• Strong communication and leadership skills.
• Ability to work independently and lead small teams.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and quality management systems.

Education and Experience:

• High school diploma or equivalent required; associate degree or coursework in food science or related field preferred.
• 2–4 years of experience in food manufacturing or quality assurance.
• Prior experience in a regulated food production environment is required.
• Experience in mentoring or training junior staff is preferred.

Working Conditions:

• Work is performed in a food production environment with exposure to cold, wet, and noisy conditions.
• Must be able to stand for extended periods and perform repetitive tasks.
• Ability to lift up to 30 lbs and wear required PPE.
• May require flexible scheduling, including weekends or holidays.

$23.93 - $26.68 an hour