FSQA Tech I Sanitation Alpha - Conway, AR

S&D Coffee; Conway (AR); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

S&D Coffee is seeking an FSQA Technician I to perform real-time quality checks on raw materials, in-process items and finished products throughout the production cycle. You calibrate and maintain lab instruments, verify production records, and document inspection results to uphold safety and quality standards.

Work with the FSQA team to ensure compliance with FSMA, GMP, and internal quality policies while contributing to continuous improvement of laboratory operations and product safety.

Qualifications

• Perform real-time quality checks on raw materials, in-process items, and finished products.
• Ensure compliance with FSMA, GMP, and safety standards.
• Enter test results into quality database and document lab samples.
• Calibrate and maintain laboratory equipment.
• Identify nonconformances and notify FSQA leadership.

Responsibilities

• Inspect packaging and products for specification conformity.
• Perform in-process quality checks and evaluate production QA.
• Maintain lab cleanliness and organize the workspace.
• Collaborate with team to achieve FSQA goals.
• Adhere to GMP and safety standards.

Skills

Quality control

Laboratory calibration

Documentation

GMP compliance

Team collaboration

Tools

Laboratory instruments

Quality database

Job description

The FSQA Technician I is responsible for performing real-time quality control checks on raw materials, in-process items, and finished products throughout the production cycle. This role ensures compliance with food safety regulations, internal quality standards, and safety protocols. The technician will operate, calibrate, and maintain laboratory instruments, verify production records and inline quality checks, and document inspection results. This position reports to the FSQA Supervisor of the designated area.

Job Duties:

• Conduct inspections on all types of packaging and products to ensure compliance with defined specifications.
• Perform in-process quality checks and evaluate the accuracy of work performed by production and QA personnel.
• Ensure all products meet specification requirements and comply with FSMA and Global Food Safety standards.
• Execute quality checks including pressure, sensory evaluation, product specific measurements/evaluations, lab quality checks and analysis, weights, date codes, and packaging integrity.
• Perform lab analysis of products.
• Enter test results into the quality database and complete required documentation for lab samples.
• Identify and segregate nonconformances and notify FSQA leadership for appropriate disposition.
• Visually inspect finished product containers/cases for defects or inconsistencies.
• Conduct testing on held or reworked products as assigned.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of the lab to ensure a safe and compliant environment.
• Calibrate and maintain laboratory equipment according to established procedures.
• Adhere to all company policies, procedures, safety standards, and GMP requirements.
• Collaborate with team members and contribute to FSQA goals by performing additional duties as assigned.