FSQA Technician Cook

John Soules Foods; Tyler (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Vacation

Sick days

Medical, Dental, Vision Benefits

401(k) with company match

Telemedicine

Onsite Clinic – Tyler

Free annual health screening

STD and LTD

Life insurance

Job summary

John Soules Foods in Tyler, TX is seeking a Quality Assurance Technician on 1st shift to support the QA Supervisor in enforcing food safety and quality systems on the production floor.

You will monitor HACCP, GMPs, SSOPs, and product specifications, perform real-time corrective actions, and document findings while coordinating with production and sanitation teams. This role requires reliable attendance and readiness for overtime.

Qualifications

• Working knowledge of food safety and quality systems, including HACCP, GMPs, and SSOPs.
• Intermediate computer proficiency (data entry, basic spreadsheets, document management).
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills; ability to address quality issues respectfully.
• Excellent attendance.
• Willingness to work overtime, including weekends.

Responsibilities

• Enforce plant-wide food safety and quality systems.
• Conduct real-time corrective actions and document findings.
• Coordinate with production and sanitation teams to maintain product quality.

Skills

Food safety

HACCP/SSOPs

Computer proficiency

Communication skills

Attendance

Overtime willingness

Job description

Job Title: Quality Assurance Technician – 1st Shift – Location: Tyler, Tx

Department: Quality Assurance Tech RTE – Reports To: Quality Assurance Supervisor RTE

Normal Work Schedule: 6:00 AM to 3:00 PM, with a 45‑minute lunch.

Job Summary

The Quality Assurance (QA) Technician supports the QA Supervisor in managing and enforcing the plant’s food safety and quality systems, ensuring regulatory compliance and adherence to company standards. The technician monitors HACCP, GMPs, SSOPs, and other QA programs, performs product specifications monitoring, detailed documentation, real‑time corrective actions, and communicates across all levels of production to maintain product quality and safety.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications (Required):

• Working knowledge of food safety and quality systems, including HACCP, GMPs, and SSOPs.
• Intermediate computer proficiency (data entry, basic spreadsheets, document management).
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills; ability to address quality issues respectfully.
• Excellent attendance.
• Willingness to work overtime, including weekends.

Preferred Qualifications:

• 2+ years experience in food processing or manufacturing environment.
• Prior QA Technician or QA Lead Technician role.
• Knowledge of regulatory compliance standards (USDA, FDA, third‑party audits).
• Strong focus, time management, organizational skills, and ability to work in a team‑oriented environment.
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) preferred.

Key Responsibilities

• Enforce plant-wide food safety and quality systems.
• Conduct real‑time corrective actions and document findings.
• Coordinate with production and sanitation teams to maintain product quality.

Work Environment

The QA Technician works primarily on the production floor, including cold temperature zones (40 °F–45 °F), exposed to food‑related odors, dust, and seasoning particles. The role requires frequent interaction with machinery and sanitation teams and entails a fast‑paced environment. Proper PPE is required at all times.

Physical Demands

Regular standing, walking, bending, climbing stairs, and lifting up to 50 lb. Tasks involve hand use, arm reaching, verbal communication, detailed paperwork, and inspections requiring focus, precision, and vision.

Benefits

• Vacation
• Sick days
• Medical, Dental, Vision Benefits
• 401(k) with company match
• Telemedicine
• Onsite Clinic – Tyler and Valley
• Free annual health screening
• STD and LTD
• Life insurance

John Soules Foods is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected status. Applicants with disabilities needing accommodation during the application process can contact Human Resources. John Soules Foods will not discriminate against applicants who discuss their compensation. We also participate in the E‑Verify program where required by law.