Food Safety & Quality Technician

Ocean Spray; Aberdeen (WA); On-site; USD 47,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) with company match

Tuition/Education assistance

Paid holidays

Job summary

Ocean Spray is seeking a Quality Technician to join our Markham facility's operations team. You will ensure all food quality standards are met and support the production schedule with rigorous QA/testing, data review, and calibration of lab equipment.

You will train manufacturing staff on quality systems, maintain records for food safety practices, and act as a QA liaison in the absence of the Quality Manager. Strong detail orientation and teamwork are essential.

Qualifications

• Minimum quality testing experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Strong analytical skills with data interpretation.
• Excellent communication and teamwork abilities.
• Attention to detail and ability to meet deadlines under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Perform quality testing, analysis and review to ensure production standards are met.
• Train and support manufacturing personnel in quality systems.
• Calibrate, troubleshoot, and operate lab equipment; perform QA verifications.

Skills

Quality testing

Analytical skills

Interpersonal communication

Detail oriented

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Food Science

Tools

Lab equipment

Job description

A Day in the Life...Ocean Spray is looking for a creative, collaborative, detail-oriented and results driven Quality Technician to work with the operations team to ensure that all food quality standards are met, with no exceptions, at our Markham production facility.Specific Duties and Responsibilities:Provide quality testing, analysis and review to ensure that production quality and schedule standards are being achieved.Train and support manufacturing personnel in quality systems to maximize product quality.Initiate problem-solving activities relating to quality parameter issuesSupport the continuous training, record keeping and maintenance of the food safety and quality practices within the plant.Act as point of contact and through professional judgment and evaluation, suggest resolution to food safety and quality concerns in the absence of the Quality ManagerSupport and promote food safety and quality program indicatives within the plant environmentCalibrate, troubleshoot, maintain, and operate all lab equipmentFollow all safety policies and procedures, including laboratory safety and chemical handlingPerform QA verification of cleaned equipment, and support/assist with sanitationPerform Positive Release duties and micro testing when requiredPerform FM investigations and product holds when requiredPosition Requirements:High School Diploma or GED required.Bachelor's Degree or Associates Degree in Food Science or related field preferred.1 - 3 years prior production/manufacturing experience OR 2+ years relevant lab technician experience.Food/beverage industry experience a plus.Requires good mathematical ability to perform quality related calculations, good analytical skills, and effective interpersonal communication skills to work constructively in a team environment.Requires good computer, Word processing, and email skills.Must be detail oriented and have the ability to meet deadlines and accomplish tasks accurately while working under pressure.Ability to recognize trends, situations and risks to product quality or food safety, and to timely and properly communicate those findingsWhat We Are Looking For:Education:Bachelor's or University Degree (Preferred)Work Experience:At least 1 Year of ExperienceAnnual Salary:$46,900 - $64,460The base salary range information above serves as a guideline of the position’s typical hiring range. We value and appreciate what makes you unique and will consider a variety of factors when determining an offer. These factors include, but are not limited to, your skills and experience, external and internal benchmarks, as well as overall company considerations. Certain positions may be eligible for short-term and long-term incentive rewards. We also offer a competitive and comprehensive benefits program that supports all aspects of your health and well-being.Benefits:Complete insurance package on Day-1 that includes a plethora of health and wellness programsHealth, Dental and Vision insuranceHealth savings accountFlexible spending accountLife and accident insuranceEmployee assistance programTelehealth services1:1 health coachingSupportive benefits for all the stages of your life401(k) with up to 6% Company matching; additional potential discretionary match at year-endShort-Term Incentive/Performance bonusesFlexible scheduling optionsVacation pay, up to three weeks of time (pro-rated for your first year of employment)Sick accrual of one hour for every 40 hours workedHoliday pay for 12 holidaysCareer development and growth opportunitiesTuition/Education assistance programsAccess to LinkedIn LearningScholarship programs for children of employeesParental leaveBright Horizons Family Solutions – Back-up care, tutoring, etc.Adoption assistanceBereavement leaveUp to $300 fitness reimbursementUp to $300 massage reimbursementEmployee appreciation eventsEmployee discountsCharitable givingWho We Are:You might have our iconic cranberry juice in your fridge or have gotten into heated holiday debate about what’s better - canned or fresh cranberry sauce. But did you know that the hardworking people growing the superfruit in our products are 700 family farmers that own our cooperative? They entrust us with what is most precious to them to create new and innovative products that will delight consumers and grow this beloved brand today and into the future.Team members, farmers, consumers and communities alike-we value what makes us unique and strive to connect our farms to families for a better life by living our values:Grower Mindset – We embrace our grower-owners innovative spirit and heritage through confidence, learning and focus on the future.Sustainable Results – Guided by purpose, we are focused on delivering results for our grower-owners.Integrity Above All – We are ethical, doing the right thing for our grower-owners, customers, consumers and each otherInclusive Teamwork – We build diverse and inclusive teams that strengthen our cooperative.All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.