QA Technician

Spring Glen Fresh Foods; Ephrata Township (PA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Paid time off

401(k) Retirement plan

Paid holidays

Disability insurance

Life insurance

Job summary

Spring Glen Fresh Foods is seeking a QA Technician to support the Quality Assurance Department in maintaining product quality and food safety standards. You will conduct inspections, testing, documentation, and verification across raw ingredients, in-process materials, and finished goods.

The role works with production, sanitation, and maintenance teams to ensure compliance with GMP, HACCP, and government regulations, perform micro and environmental testing, and maintain accurate records and

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required; associate degree preferred in Food Science or related field.
• 1–3 years of experience in food processing or quality assurance.
• HACCP certification preferred; knowledge of GMP and food safety protocols.

Responsibilities

• Perform inspections of raw ingredients, in‑process materials, and finished goods.
• Conduct micro testing, pathogen testing, ATP swabs, allergen swabs, and environmental swabbing.
• Complete in‑house lab testing (pH, viscosity, shear, etc.) and prepare samples for external labs.
• Maintain calibration records, sanitation levels, and product inventory holds when needed.
• Train personnel on SOPs and quality procedures; escalate issues to QA Manager.

Skills

Quality Assurance

Lab testing

Micro testing

Environmental monitoring

GMP knowledge

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Math skills

Computer skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Associate degree or related field (Food Science)

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

The QA Technician provides support to the Quality Assurance Department to ensure all products meet established quality and food safety standards. This role performs inspections, testing, documentation, and verification activities in accordance with company policies, HACCP programs, and government regulations. The QA Technician works collaboratively with production, sanitation, and maintenance teams to maintain a safe, compliant, and high‑quality manufacturing environment.Complies with all GMP, OSHA, food safety, and plant safety requirements.Reviews, verifies, and maintains CCP and HACCP documentation throughout production.Performs pre‑operational inspections with Sanitation and Maintenance.Ensures food safety, legality, and quality policies are followed across assigned areas.Conducts inspections of raw ingredients, in‑process materials, and finished goods.Performs micro testing, pathogen testing, ATP swabs, allergen swabs, and environmental swabbing.Completes in‑house lab testing including pH, viscosity, shear press, and other product quality tests.Gathers and prepares samples for external laboratory testing and ensures proper product hold procedures.Maintains accurate chemical concentrations (PPM) in sanitation and hand‑washing stations, sprayers, and related equipment.Maintains and documents sanitation station functionality, including soap and sanitizer levels.Maintains thermometer calibration stations and ensures proper documentation.Monitors yields, code dating, labeling accuracy, and product identification for compliance with standards.Conducts incoming and outgoing inspections for ingredients, packaging, and finished goods.Maintains all required QA records, reports, and documentation to support the HACCP program.Places questionable product on hold and escalates issues to the Quality Manager and/or plant management for disposition.Notifies management of unsatisfactory line operations and may stop production if necessary to protect product safety or quality.Trains personnel on SOPs, GMPs, food safety, and quality-related procedures.Serves as a lead resource for QA activities within assigned production areas.Prepares items for daily data traces and supports traceability activities.Spring Glen Fresh Foods offers a competitive rate of pay; a comprehensive benefit package including medical, dental, prescription drug; paid holidays; paid time off; paid short term disability; paid life insurance; and a 401(k) Retirement plan.Spring Glen fresh foods is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.#AK (Aunt Kitty’s)High School Diploma or GED required; associate degree or equivalent experience in Food Science or related field preferred.1-3 years of experience in food processing and/or quality assurance.HACCP certification preferred.Experience with micro testing, environmental monitoring, and CCP verification preferred.Knowledge of food formulas, production equipment, and plant operations.Strong communication skills both verbal and written.Solid math skills with attention to detail.Proficient computer skills (Microsoft Office preferred).Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.