QA Lead - VA

Warabeya North America Inc.; Stafford (VA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) matching

Dental/Medical insurance

Vision insurance

Life Insurance

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Warabeya North America Inc. seeks a QA Lead in Stafford, VA to oversee QA operations in a fast-paced food manufacturing setting. The role reports to the VA QA Supervisor and requires hands-on leadership in quality assurance.

The position emphasizes safety, accuracy, cleanliness, and continuous improvement across production lines. The role is full-time, non-exempt, with early hours starting at 4:45 AM for 10 hours per day, four days weekly (Sun & Mon off).

Qualifications

• Must have a degree and relevant work experience.
• Valid driver's license and required licenses/certifications.
• Ability to work onsite; remote work is not an option.

Responsibilities

• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Degree requirements

Work Experience

Valid Driver's License

Licenses & Certifications

Knowledge

Soft & Hard Skills

Onsite required

Authorization to work in US

Other characteristics

Education

Degree

Job description

Job Title:

QA Lead

Report(s) to:

VA QA Supervisor

Location:

Stafford, VA

Job Type:

Full-time/Non-Exempt

Hours:

4:45 AM, 10 hours/day, 4 days/week (Sun & Mon off)

PayRange:

$23/hr

About the Company:

Warabeya North America is a leading food manufacturer specializing in high-quality fresh and ready-to-eat food products. As part of the global Warabeya Nichiyo Group headquartered in Japan, we are dedicated with years of food innovation with a strong commitment to safety, quality, and continuous improvement. Our North American operations are growing, offering a collaborative, fast-paced environment where employees have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact and growth together with the company.

Additional Responsibilities:

• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

Required

• Degree
• Work Experience
• Valid Driver's License
• Certificate, Licenses etc.
• Knowledge
• Skills (Soft & Hard, languages, software)
• Abilities (overtime, travel, problem-solving, multi-task etc.)
• Ability to work onsite (remote work is not an option)
• Other characteristics
• Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis at the time the employment begins and must not require sponsorship for employment visa status. This position is not eligible for employer-sponsored work authorization.

Preferred

• Degree
• Work Experience
• Certificate, Licenses etc.
• Knowledge
• Skills (Soft & Hard, languages, software)
• Abilities (overtime, travel, problem-solving, multi-task etc.)
• Other characteristics

Work Environment and Workplace:

• Work is primarily performed in an indoor environment, including [office, laboratory, kitchen, manufacturing, and warehouse] settings.
• The role may involve exposure to moving mechanical parts, regular exposure to conditions such as hot and cold temperatures, humidity, and confined spaces depending on job duties.
• The noise level in the work environment is typically [low / moderate / high].
• The work environments may include exposure to foodingredientsand cleaningagents

Physical Requirement:

• Must be able to remain in a stationary position and/or move for extended periods
• Perform repetitive hand and arm movements to operate food processing, packaging, or sanitation equipment
• Safely handle raw materials, ingredients, finished products, and packaging materials in a production setting
• Lift, transport, maneuver materials or equipment weighing up to approximately 50 pounds
• Bend, stoop, kneel, crouch, and reach frequently to access materials, equipment, and work areas
• Maintain visual acuity to read labels, monitors, safety indicators, and production instructions
• Safely operate motorized vehicles or equipment within the facility as needed
• Ability to differentiate between color-coded materials used in sorting, labeling, or quality verification processes (if applicaple)
• Must be able to remain in a stationary position throughout the workday, as needed
• Use hands and fingers to input data, mouse, and standard office equipment
• Attain, twist/bend, and constantly positions self to maintain files and office supplies in cabinets
• Communicate effectively using speech, written language, hearing, and visual observation in person, by phone, and via virtual platforms
• Maintain visual acuity for reading documents, computer screens, and written materials, including close and distance vision
• Lift, transport, maneuver office materials or equipment weighing up to approximately 25 pounds
• Ability to move between workstations, meeting rooms, or office areas as needed

Travel Requirements (if applicable):

This position may require domestic travel (including by air and car) of approximately [X%].

Benefits:

• 401(k),401(k) matching
• Dental/Medical, Visioninsurance- 100% paidemployee's premium
• Life Insurance
• Paid Time Off