FSQA Tech I Sanitation Delta

Westrock Coffee; Conway (AR); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Westrock Coffee in Conway, AR seeks an FSQA Technician I to perform real-time quality control across raw materials, in-process items, and finished products. You will operate lab instruments, record results, and ensure compliance with internal standards and safety protocols.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED, 1–2 years in quality inspection or lab settings, and strong attention to detail. Prior food manufacturing experience is preferred; familiarity with MS Office and databases is a

Qualifications

• 1-2 years in quality inspection, auditing, data collection, or testing.
• Minimum 6 months in a laboratory setting.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and database systems.
• Ability to read and interpret technical documents and specifications.
• Strong attention to detail and analytical reasoning.
• Effective communication and teamwork abilities.
• English proficiency in reading and speaking.
• Prior experience in food manufacturing preferred.
• Strong math skills including percentages, averages and standard deviation.

Responsibilities

• Conduct inspections on packaging and products to ensure specs.
• Perform in-process quality checks and verify work by QA and production.
• Ensure products meet FSMA and Global Food Safety standards.
• Execute lab checks including tests, weights, dates, and packaging integrity.
• Perform lab analysis of products.
• Enter test results into the quality database and complete documentation for lab samples.
• Identify nonconformances and notify FSQA leadership for disposition.
• Visually inspect finished product containers for defects.
• Calibrate and maintain laboratory equipment.
• Maintain cleanliness and safety in the lab.
• Adhere to GMP, safety standards, and SOPs.
• Collaborate with team to achieve FSQA goals.

Skills

Quality inspection

Auditing

Data collection

Testing

Lab analysis

Technical documents

Attention to detail

Communication

Teamwork

SOP adherence

English proficiency

Math skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Microsoft Office

Database systems

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.

Requisition Number

7007

Shift

12 Hour Night

Qualification

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 1--2 years of experience in quality inspection, auditing, data collection, or testing.
• Minimum 6 months of experience in a laboratory setting.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and database systems.
• Ability to read and interpret technical documents and specifications.
• Strong attention to detail and logical reasoning skills.
• Effective communication and teamwork abilities.
• Ability to follow schedules, SOPs, and both verbal and written instructions.
• English proficiency in reading and speaking.
• Prior experience in food manufacturing preferred.
• Strong math skills, including percentages, averages, and standard deviation.
• Ability to respond promptly to internal and external information requests.

Equal Opportunity Employer / Vets / Disabled

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