FSQA Technician — Citrus Quality & Lab Testing

Sun Orchard; Haines City (FL); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Sick time

Competitive pay

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Company paid life insurance

Flexible spending account

401(k) matching

Consistent schedules

Professional growth opportunities

Forward-thinking work culture

Job summary

Sun Orchard in Florida is seeking a Quality Assurance Technician to coordinate with operations and FSQA personnel, conducting routine analyses on raw materials, blends, and finished products while documenting quality systems.

The role includes microbiological testing, adherence to cGMP/SOP/SSOP, and advising supervisors of deviations. Proficiency with Excel and ERP tools is beneficial for daily tasks.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; college coursework in food science/chemistry/biology/microbiology preferred.
• Some experience in food plant processes preferred, citrus or lab experience a plus.
• Ability to read, analyze and interpret procedures and regulations; English proficiency essential; Spanish a plus.

Responsibilities

• Performs inspection and testing to ensure control over materials, facilities, and products through the production cycle.
• Tests product blends and makes adjustments to meet specifications.
• Determines BAR and oil levels in product blends.
• Microbiological testing of certain raw materials and finished products.
• Performs visual inspections of equipment post-sanitation.
• Maintains QA objectives in line with company policies and goals.
• Complies with cGMPs, SOPs, SSOP, HACCP/SQF or other food safety schemes; GLP, OSHA standards.
• Completes facility walkthroughs per standards; inspects job assignments for quality and completion.
• Ensures documentation is complete and timely.
• Performs quality-related projects (shelf life studies, flavor panels, audits).
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Lab testing

Quality assurance

GMP knowledge

Analytical reading

Word

Excel

ERP

Education

High school diploma or GED

College coursework in related field

Tools

ERP software

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Sun Orchard in Florida is seeking a Quality Assurance Technician to coordinate with operations and FSQA personnel, conducting routine analyses on raw materials, blends, and finished products while documenting quality systems.

The role includes microbiological testing, adherence to cGMP/SOP/SSOP, and advising supervisors of deviations. Proficiency with Excel and ERP tools is beneficial for daily tasks.