QA Tech 1st Shift: work between the hours of 4:50am-3:00pm

Ultipro; Oakland (CA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k with matching

Benefits package

Paid time off

Education assistance

Job summary

Ultipro is seeking a QA Tech for the 1st shift (4:50am–3:00pm) to perform a variety of line audits and tests during production. The role is on-site in Oakland, CA, with duties spanning temperature, metal detector checks, lab sample handling, and GMP compliance.

Responsibilities include recording data, sampling for lab analysis, calibrating equipment, and maintaining sanitary procedures. Three months of on-the-job training is required, and overtime eligibility applies.

Qualifications

• 3 months of on the job training.

Responsibilities

• Audit line internal temperature of cooked products; record.
• Audit metal detectors with the use of standards; if detector is faulty, retain product and re-test product made since last successful test.
• Perform weekly swabs of equipment/gloves and plates of air; package with instructions and send to lab.
• Once per shift, gather cooked and raw product samples to send to lab with testing instructions.
• Maintain and test shelf life samples; perform organoleptic duties.
• Inspect code dates on bags, boxes, and cases based on product specification and production schedule.
• Inspect and record cooler and freezer temperatures.
• Cook samples 2-3 times per shift from all lines.
• Perform hourly piece count of packed box.
• Calibrate scales and thermometers daily.
• Complete paperwork on employee sanitation compliance.
• Follow all safety rules.
• Use Personal Protective Equipment (PPE); recognize and practice Good Manufacturing Procedures (GMP).
• Keep assigned area clean.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

On-the-job training

Job description

QA Tech 1st Shift: work between the hours of 4:50am-3:00pm

Job Category: Quality Assurance

Requisition Number: QATEC004633

• Posted : September 28, 2026
• Full-Time
• On-site

Locations

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Oakland
Oakland, IA 51560, USA

Description

Perform a variety of line audits and tests during production to ensure that product is being made within specification and that proper production and sanitary procedures are being followed.

Job Responsibilities

• Audit line internal temperature of cooked products; record.
• Audit metal detectors with the use of standards; if detector is faulty, retain product and re-test product made since last successful test.
• Perform weekly swabs of equipment/gloves and plates of air; package with instructions and send to lab.
• Once per shift, gather cooked and raw product samples to send to lab with testing instructions.
• Maintain and test shelf life samples; perform organoleptic duties.
• Inspect code dates on bags, boxes, and cases based on product specification and production schedule.
• Inspect and record cooler and freezer temperatures.
• Cook samples 2-3 times per shift from all lines.
• Perform hourly piece count of packed box.
• Calibrate scales and thermometers daily.
• Complete paperwork on employee sanitation compliance.
• Follow all safety rules.
• Use Personal Protective Equipment (PPE); recognize and practice Good Manufacturing Procedures (GMP).
• Keep assigned area clean.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Experience & Skills

• 3 months of on the job training.

Compensation

• This role is eligible for overtime pay for hours worked beyond 40 hours in a week and may also be eligible for additional hourly premiums for perfect attendance and/or working evening or night shifts.
• OSI also offers comprehensive paid time off (sick, vacation, holidays and other programs).
• 401k with matching company contributions.
• A full suite of benefit offerings (medical, dental, vision, life, disability and other voluntary coverages) for you and your family.
• Educational assistance with opportunities for professional development.

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