QA Inspector - Flexible Hours & Quality Impact

Empirical-Food; South Sioux City (NE); On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Empirical-Food is seeking a Quality Assurance Inspector to monitor plant-wide quality standards, sample raw materials, and verify finished products for safety and wholesomeness.

The role involves lifting materials, performing tests, recording data, and assisting in R&D pilot runs to support continuous quality improvements and regulatory compliance.

Candidates should have a High School diploma, be detail-oriented, and able to work flexible hours including weekends.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Experience in a food or restaurant environment preferred.
• Must be able to lift up to 60 lbs and perform manual tasks.
• Strong math, writing, and computer skills; MS Office proficiency.

Responsibilities

• Inspect machinery and facilities for cleanliness and compliance.
• Conduct audits for foreign material, test equipment, and sanitation.
• Monitor and document quality indicators in labs and production.
• Label, package, and ship samples to labs as required.
• Assist in QA reports, trend analysis, and deviation investigations.

Skills

Math skills

Writing skills

MS Office

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

Empirical-Food is seeking a Quality Assurance Inspector to monitor plant-wide quality standards, sample raw materials, and verify finished products for safety and wholesomeness.

The role involves lifting materials, performing tests, recording data, and assisting in R&D pilot runs to support continuous quality improvements and regulatory compliance.

Candidates should have a High School diploma, be detail-oriented, and able to work flexible hours including weekends.