Mesa-QC Technician Starting $21.39

Mesa Organic Baking Co.; Mesa (AZ); On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive health benefits

401(k) Retirement savings plan

Professional growth training

Paid vacation and holidays

Job summary

Flowers Foods, Inc. is seeking a Quality Assurance Technician to perform quality control of bakery products. This role involves evaluating ingredients at various production stages and requires one year of previous experience in a similar lab environment.

The position offers full-time employees comprehensive health benefits, a 401(k) retirement savings plan, and professional growth opportunities.

Compliance with company policies and food safety procedures is essential.

Qualifications

• One (1) year previous experience in a similar Quality Assurance lab.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate ingredients and products in various stages of production.
• Obtain samples of ingredients/product at regular intervals.
• Perform microbiological tests.
• Maintain cleanliness of work area(s).
• Ensure compliance with company policies and procedures.

Skills

Quality control

Microbiological testing

Record maintenance

Mathematical calculations

Safety compliance

Education

High school diploma equivalency

Job description

FRESH. FORWARD. FLOWERS.

Flowers Foods, Inc. (NYSE:FLO) is not just about baking; it's about crafting moments of joy with every delicious bite. With 2024 sales of $5.1 billion, and as one of the leading producers of packaged bakery goods in the United States, Flowers Foods brings passion to the table. From the wholesome goodness of Nature's Own and Wonder to the bold and artisanal flavors of Dave's Killer Bread, the rustic goodness of Canyon Bakehouse, and the sweet delights of Tastykake, each product is a celebration of taste and quality. Beyond the oven, Flowers Foods fosters a culture that values and reflectsHonesty & Integrity, Respect & Inclusion, Sustainability, Passion, and Humility.With a commitment to innovation and a recipe for success, Flowers Foods is more than a bakery - it's a delightful journey into the heart of flavor and community.

Full-time employees are offered the following benefits:

• Comprehensive health and medical benefits
• 401(k) Retirement savings plan
• Professional growth and leadership training
• Paid vacation, holidays, and parental leave

Benefits may vary depending on your work location.

Bringing Home the Dough

Gathers and test products for quality control purposes. Requires constant interaction with work group and other departments at the primary work location. Position requires demonstration of competency for all on-the-job activities that may have a direct or indirect affect on product safety, legality and/or quality.

Rising to the Challenge: Position Responsibilities

• Under the direction of the Quality Assurance Supervisor, performs evaluations of ingredients and products in various stages of production.
• Obtains samples of ingredients/product at regular intervals.
• Evaluates the samples: weight, color, bake, etc.
• Perform microbiological tests.
• Routinely makes recommendations for processing.
• Originate and maintain accurate records.
• Checks Metal Detectors.
• Performs mathematical calculations on weight and logs information of proper paperwork.
• Maintain flour-tailing reports.
• Trains new Lab Technicians II as necessary.
• Maintains cleanliness of work area(s).
• Practices and complies with all company policies and procedures including safety and work rules, etc.
• Performs other duties as directed by supervision.
• Ensures that all internal and external food safety and quality policies and procedures are followed
• Practices and complies with all Company policies and procedures (EEO, Harassment, Safety, Sarbanes Oxley, etc.).
• Performance of other duties which are deemed by management to be an integral part of the job, including but not limited to fulfillment of work schedules, adherence to attendance policies, and other applicable operating rules, policies and procedures.
  

Knead to Know: Preferred Qualifications

One (1) year previous experience in similar Quality Assurance lab.

Additional Ingredients: Essential Job Requirements

High school Diploma equivalency.

Salary Range- null - null

EEO Statement

Flowers is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Flowers encourages all qualified candidates to apply, regardless of race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, veteran status, disability status, or people of any other characteristic protected by state or federal law. The job description above outlines the general nature and level of work expected from employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications for this position. Equivalent combination of education, experience, and skills may supplement above minimum job requirements.