QA TECHNICIAN

Al Copeland Investments, Inc.; Louisiana (MO); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision coverage

401(k) retirement plan

Holiday Pay

Paid Time Off

Growth opportunities

Employee training & development

Job summary

Diversified Foods & Seasonings (DFS) is hiring a Quality Control Technician in Madisonville, LA. You will support food safety and product quality by inspecting materials and products, performing quality tests, and keeping accurate records to ensure DFS standards are met.

Responsibilities include conducting inspections of raw materials and finished products, verifying documentation, and maintaining calibration of QC equipment. Strong attention to detail and teamwork are essential.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; related field preferred.
• Basic computer and data-entry skills for inspections and documentation.
• Strong attention to detail to identify quality concerns.
• Knowledge of GMP, HACCP, SSOP, allergen control, FIFO, product specs.
• Ability to work across Production, Warehouse and Quality teams.
• Ability to follow testing procedures and calibrate QC equipment.
• Ability to perform physical requirements in a fast-paced environment.
• Adequate vision, hearing, and color recognition.

Responsibilities

• Perform and document quality and food safety inspections of materials, ingredients, in-process products, finished products, equipment, and facility areas.
• Conduct product testing and evaluations, including weights, temperatures, seals, chemical, organoleptic, and other analyses.
• Verify production and QC documentation, lot codes, product specifications, FIFO, shelf life, allergen controls, storage practices, and material traceability.
• Monitor compliance with DFS SOPs, GMPs, SSOPs, HACCP plans, and food safety requirements; identify and document non-conforming conditions.
• Place non-conforming materials or products on QC Hold, maintain required records, and communicate quality or food safety concerns to appropriate leadership.
• Inspect, verify, and calibrate assigned QC and laboratory equipment and support required facility, warehouse, shipping/receiving, and food safety audits.
• Maintain accurate QC records and data, support employee training, and assist with additional quality and food safety activities as assigned.
• Perform other duties as assigned

Skills

Quality control

Documentation

Attention to detail

Communication

Problem-solving

Team collaboration

Education

High school diploma or GED

Quality/ Food Science background preferred

Job description

Description

QUALITY CONTROL TECHNICIAN

Location: Madisonville, LA

Department: Quality

Schedule: 4:00am-12:30pm

Pay: Starting at $18/hour (commensurate with experience)

BUILD YOUR CAREER WITH DFS

At Diversified Foods & Seasonings (DFS), food is more than what we make—it’s what brings our people, our history, and our passion together. We are looking for people who want more than just a job. We want team members who take pride in their work, want opportunities to learn and grow, and are ready to be part of a team committed to producing quality food and winning together.

WHY WORK AT DFS?

• Competitive Pay
• Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k), etc.
• Holiday Pay Effective Immediately
• Weekends Off – unless overtime is necessary
• Paid Time Off
• Growth & Advancement Opportunities
• Employee Training & Development Opportunities
• Opportunities to build new skills and grow your career within DFS
• A team environment where employees and their contributions matter

OUR VALUES

• Integrity

We do the right thing—always with honesty, fairness, and accountability.

• Culinary Heritage

We are proud of the Louisiana culinary traditions and entrepreneurial spirit that shaped our company and continue to inspire our passion for flavor, quality, hospitality, and innovation.

• Passion for Food

We take pride in creating great-tasting, high-quality, and innovative food products that delight our customers.

• Pride in Our People

We invest in our people, treat each other with respect, and build teams that win together..

• Personal Commitment

We take ownership, follow through, and deliver on our commitments—no excuses..

• Continuous Learning

We challenge the status quo and continuously improve how we work, lead, and perform.

• Winning Orientations

We are results-driven, celebrate success, and hold ourselves accountable when we fall short.

ABOUT THE POSITION

The QC technician supports food safety and product quality by inspecting materials and products, completing quality tests, maintaining accurate records, and helping ensure DFS standards are consistently met.

WHAT YOU'LL DO

• Perform and document quality and food safety inspections of raw materials, ingredients, in-process products, finished products, equipment, and facility areas.
• Conduct required product testing and evaluations, including weights, temperatures, seals, chemical, organoleptic, and other assigned analyses.
• Verify production and QC documentation, lot codes, product specifications, FIFO, shelf life, allergen controls, storage practices, and material traceability.
• Monitor compliance with DFS SOPs, GMPs, SSOPs, HACCP plans, and food safety requirements; identify and document non-conforming conditions.
• Place non-conforming materials or products on QC Hold, maintain required records, and communicate quality or food safety concerns to appropriate leadership.
• Inspect, verify, and calibrate assigned QC and laboratory equipment and support required facility, warehouse, shipping/receiving, and food safety audits.
• Maintain accurate QC records and data, support employee training, and assist with additional quality and food safety activities as assigned.
• Perform other duties as assigned

WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR

• High school diploma or GED required; education or experience in Quality, Food Science, Manufacturing, or a related field preferred.
• Basic computer and data-entry skills with the ability to accurately complete inspections, testing, calculations, and documentation.
• Strong attention to detail with the ability to identify product, material, food safety, and quality concerns.
• Knowledge of or ability to learn GMP, HACCP, SSOP, allergen control, FIFO, product specifications, and food manufacturing requirements.
• Strong communication, organization, and problem-solving skills with the ability to work effectively across Production, Warehouse, and Quality teams.
• Ability to follow testing procedures, use and calibrate QC/laboratory equipment, and maintain accurate records..
• Ability to safely perform the physical requirements of the position and work in a fast-paced food manufacturing environment.
• Must have adequate vision, hearing, and color recognition to safely perform job duties.

WHAT SUCCESS LOOKS LIKE AT DFS

• Show up ready to contribute and be part of the team
• Take pride in doing quality work
• Put safety and food quality first
• Are willing to learn and develop new skills
• Communicate and work well with others
• Take ownership of their responsibilities
• Look for opportunities to improve
• Want to grow with the company