FSQA Technician I - Quality Lab & Compliance

S&D Coffee; Conway (AR); On-site; USD 26,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

S&D Coffee in Conway, Arkansas is seeking a dedicated FSQA Technician I to perform real-time quality control checks across raw materials, in-process items, and finished products. You will operate, calibrate, and maintain lab instruments, document results, and ensure compliance with safety and quality standards.

Responsibilities include in-process checks, lab analyses, data entry, anomaly notification, and collaboration with FSQA leadership.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is required.
• 1–2 years of experience in quality inspection, auditing, data collection, or testing.
• Minimum 6 months of experience in a laboratory setting.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and database systems.
• Ability to read and interpret technical documents and specs.
• Strong attention to detail and logical reasoning.
• Good communication and teamwork skills.
• English reading and speaking proficiency.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Skills

Attention to detail

Effective communication

Mathematical skills

Reading technical docs

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Microsoft Office

Database systems

Job description

S&D Coffee in Conway, Arkansas is seeking a dedicated FSQA Technician I to perform real-time quality control checks across raw materials, in-process items, and finished products. You will operate, calibrate, and maintain lab instruments, document results, and ensure compliance with safety and quality standards.

Responsibilities include in-process checks, lab analyses, data entry, anomaly notification, and collaboration with FSQA leadership.