Production Quality Technician - Night Shift

Idaho Milk Products; Jerome (ID); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

Disability Insurance

Life Insurance

FSA

Vacation

Holiday Pay

PTO

401(k)

Job summary

Idaho Milk Products in Jerome, Idaho, is seeking an Ice Cream Production Quality Technician to ensure products meet quality standards and food safety regulations. The role involves monitoring production, performing in-process and finished product testing, and supporting continuous improvement to protect product integrity and customer satisfaction.

The position is night shift, full-time, non-exempt, with a comprehensive benefits package and opportunities to collaborate with QA and R&D teams on

Qualifications

• Associate degree or technical certificate in Food Science, Dairy Technology, or related field.
• 1-3 years in food manufacturing, preferably dairy or ice cream production.
• Knowledge of HACCP and SQF food safety systems.
• Proficient in quality testing methods and data entry.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine sampling and testing of ice cream and frozen dessert products during production and post-packaging.
• Verify compliance with HACCP, SQF, FDA, and company-specific quality standards.
• Document and report test results promptly; initiate corrective actions for deviations.
• Maintain accurate records of inspections, calibrations, and quality audits; support audits as required.

Skills

Quality testing

Data entry

Attention to detail

Problem-solving

Teamwork

Education

Associate degree or technical certification in Food Science or Dairy Technology

Tools

HACCP

SQF

Lab equipment

Job description

• Night Shift. Subject to change according to business needs.

Department

Production

Location: Ice Cream Plant

City: Jerome

State/Territory: Idaho

Reports To

Ice Cream Supervisor

Employment Status

Full time

FLSA Status

Non-exempt

Shifts

Night Shift

# of openings: 1

Shift

• Night Shift. Subject to change according to business needs.

BENEFITS:

We are delighted to offer a comprehensive benefits package that encompasses Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability, Life Insurance, Flexible Spending Accounts, Supplemental Insurance, Vacation, Holiday Pay, Personal Time Off (PTO), and a 401(k) plan with a company match. Eligibility and waiting periods may apply.

Position Summary

The Ice Cream Production Quality Technician ensures that all ice cream products meet internal quality standards and comply with food safety regulations. This role involves monitoring production processes, conducting in-process and finished product testing, and supporting continuous improvement initiatives to maintain product integrity and customer satisfaction.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS, DUTIES AND PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:

Quality Control & Testing

• Perform routine sampling and testing of ice cream and frozen dessert products during production and post-packaging.
• Verify compliance with HACCP, SQF, FDA, and company-specific quality standards.
• Document and report test results promptly; initiate corrective actions for deviations.

Production Support

• Monitor critical control points during mixing, freezing, filling, and packaging stages.
• Assist production teams in implementing SOPs for hygiene, sanitation, and quality assurance.
• Support pilot-scale trials and new product launches in collaboration with R&D.

Compliance & Documentation

• Maintain accurate records of inspections, calibrations, and quality audits.
• Ensure proper labeling and storage of chemicals, reagents, and finished goods.
• Participate in internal and external audits as required.

Continuous Improvement

• Identify opportunities to enhance product quality and process efficiency.
• Collaborate with QA and production teams to implement best practices and reduce waste.

POSITION SPECIFICATIONS AND QUALIFICATIONS:

Education:

• Associate degree or technical certification in Food Science, Dairy Technology, or related field.

Experience:

• 1-3 years in food manufacturing, preferably dairy or ice cream production.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Knowledge of food safety systems (HACCP, SQF).
• Proficiency in quality testing methods and data entry.
• Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced production environment.

Physical Requirements:

• Environmental exposure to warehouses stored at ambient (60-70° F), refrigerated (35° F), and frozen (minus 20° F) temperatures.
• Walking: Moving about on foot to accomplish tasks, particularly for short distances on a regular basis.
• Subject to up to at least 92db's
• Lifting: up to 20 lbs. occasionally
• Walking: Moving about on foot to accomplish tasks, on a regular basis
• Reaching: Extending hands and arms in any direction
• Stooping: Bending body downward and forward by bending spine at the waist occasionally
• Talking: Expressing or exchanging ideas by means of the spoken word. Those activities that must convey detailed or important spoken instructions to other workers accurately, loudly, or quickly