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

OSI Group; Oakland (CA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) matching

Paid time off

Medical/dental/vision benefits

Educational assistance

Job summary

OSI Group in Oakland, CA is seeking a Line Auditor to support production quality. You will perform line audits, calibrate equipment, and collect samples for lab testing to ensure compliance with product specifications and GMP procedures.

The role requires strict attention to record-keeping and safety, with on‑the‑job training provided. The position involves daily temperature checks, metal detector verifications, and routine documentation.

Qualifications

• No formal education required beyond on‑the‑job training.
• Must follow GMP and safety rules.
• Strong attention to detail and the ability to record data accurately.

Responsibilities

• Audit line internal temperature of cooked products and record results.
• Audit metal detectors with standards; if detector is faulty, retain product and re-test since last pass.
• Perform line audits recording speed, temperature and weights.
• Weekly swabs of equipment/gloves and plates of air; package and send to lab.
• Collect cooked and raw product samples for lab testing with instructions.
• Maintain and test shelf life samples; perform organoleptic duties.
• Inspect code dates on packaging per product spec and schedule.
• Inspect and record cooler and freezer temperatures.
• Cook samples 2–3 times per shift from all lines.
• Hourly piece count of packed boxes; calibrate scales and thermometers daily.
• Complete sanitation paperwork; follow all safety rules and PPE use.

Skills

Quality control

GMP knowledge

Attention to detail

Record keeping

Job 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 line audits, recording speed, temperature, weights.

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. As part of a complete total rewards package, 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 and educational assistance with opportunities for professional development.