FSQA Technician

Ajinomotocareers; Portland, Northern (OR, KY); Hybrid; USD 34,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision on DAY ONE

Company paid STD/LTD/Life Insurance on

80 hours vacation per year

401(k) with company match up to 4.5%

Wellness reimbursement for gym/fitness

Referral bonuses up to 750 dollars

Job summary

Ajinomoto Foods North America in Portland is seeking an FSQA Technician to ensure food safety and quality across production. You will perform line checks, verify HACCP/GMP compliance, and conduct microbiological and chemical analyses on finished goods and environment.

The role includes maintaining the lab and inventory, updating SOPs, training staff, and completing paperwork accurately. Benefits begin on day one and include a 401(k) match and generous paid time off.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or 2+ years related experience in food safety or quality.
• Proficient computer skills for reporting and data analysis.
• Strong attention to detail and punctuality.

Responsibilities

• Maintain Food Safety Program including audits and line checks.
• Carry out verification processes and monitor HACCP/GMP compliance.
• Prepare pre-shipment approvals and complete paperwork accurately.
• Train employees and perform other FSQA tasks as assigned.
• Maintain lab operations and inventory, calibrate equipment.

Skills

Attention to detail

Computer literacy

Punctuality

Training experience

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

ISO databases

Job description

Position Summary

Ajinomoto Foods North America is a leading frozen foods company, committed to providing nutritious and delicious meals globally. With a rich history of diverse ethnic brands, our brands have become household favorites all across America. We are dedicated to contributing to a healthier lifestyle through nutritious and balanced Umami foods. With a commitment to excellence and innovation, all our products are cooked with our customers in mind, providing healthy and delicious meals for all.

We are looking for a FSQA Technician to join our team in the Portland area. The FSQA Technician is critical to the food safety of the products being delivered to our customers. The Tech will primarily be checking and verifying products at all stages of production. In addition, they will be responsible for analysis of product for food safety and food quality.

Wage: $25.00/hour + $0.50 shift differential

Start time: 5:30pm. Shifts rotate approx. each quarter to day schedules.

Shift: 10 hour shifts

Days: 4 days

If you choose to work with us, you will be an integral part of a team with a rich and diverse culture that learns, grows, and succeeds together. You will also have access to some amazing benefits such as:

• Medical, Dental, Vision insurance on DAY ONE
• Company paid STD, LTD, and Life Insurance on DAY ONE
• 80 hours of vacation and 40 hours of sick time per fiscal year
• 401(k) Retirement Savings plan that includes company’s matching contributions up to 4.5%
• Wellness reimbursement towards gym membership and/or exercise equipment
• Referral bonuses totaling $750 when an employee refers someone to work with our company
• Quarterly sales of product to employees

Position Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Maintain Food Safety Program:

• Participate in and report on pre-operational, operational, and facility assessment audits.
• Carry out line checks and all verification processes.
• Verify all critical control points, preventive controls, and control points for all processes in accordance with plant HACCP and GMP programs.
• Assist in the monitoring of raw material and finished product specifications; maintain and report raw material and finished goods “HOLD” tag logs.
• Carry out microbiological and chemical analytical tests on finished goods, environmental and other contact surfaces.
• Prepare pre-shipment approval paperwork.
• Complete all paperwork accurately and timely.
• Review and modify the HACCP and SSOP programs along with other necessary paperwork.
• Prepare taste tests for finished goods for sensory evaluation and conduct product consistency evaluations
• Comply with all company policies and procedures.
• Perform projects at the instruction of the FSQA Supervisor or FSQA Manager.
• Perform training of employees.
• Perform other tasks as assigned.

Maintain Lab and Inventory:

• Track materials to maintain adequate inventory of laboratory supplies
• Maintain lab equipment and production equipment stored in the lab; arrange for the repair and calibration of any defective equipment.
• Maintain the daily operations of the lab
• Update lab SOPs as needed.
• Maintain ISO databases.
• Maintain accurate laboratory records for all product, environmental, and other types of testing conducted.

Position Qualifications

• Must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.
• Must be able to use a computer to perform reporting and record-keeping tasks as well as create reports, presentations, and charts as needed.
• Bachelor’s Degree (BA or BS) from a four year college or university; or at least two years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Experience in employee training and support; attention to detail; familiarity with computers.
• Punctuality

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