QA Technician 1 - Third Shift

Lindt & Sprüngli (Canada), Inc; Stratham (NH); On-site; USD 33,000 - 43,000; Full time

Job summary

Lindt USA is seeking a QA/Analytical Technician to ensure products meet quality, food safety, and regulatory standards. You will perform sampling, testing, and release activities across main production and cocoa liquor facilities, maintain equipment, and support new technology validation.

Ideal candidates have 2–3 years in QA/analytical roles in food production, strong MS Office and SAP skills, and a Bachelor’s degree. This role requires second shift with occasional weekend work.

Qualifications

• 2–3 years prior Analytical & Quality experience, preferably in food production environment.
• Proficient in MS Office applications.
• Proficient in SAP.
• Proven knowledge of database systems.
• Proven knowledge of Analytical systems and equipment.
• Knowledge of quality & food systems.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Must be results driven, self-motivated and able to work independently.
• Demonstrated commitment to teamwork and internal client service orientation.
• Strong data management skills.
• Detail oriented.

Responsibilities

• Ensure Quality Standards: sampling and testing raw materials, semi-finished and finished products to ensure compliance with L&S specs; execute analytical lab functions; release products and manage non-conformances; operate, maintain and calibrate lab equipment; manage sample retention; drive new equipment/technologies including validation; ensure ISO and third‑party standards compliance.

Skills

Analytical & Quality

MS Office

SAP

Database systems

Analytical equipment

Quality systems

Communication skills

Teamwork

Data management

Detail-oriented

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree preferred

HACCP

PCQI

Job description

Who We Are

At Lindt, we are a global fast-growing consumer goods company, enchanting the world with premium chocolate. We are driven by our passion for excellence and go the extra mile ensuring that every Lindt experience is nothing short of exceptional. Our collective efforts are geared towards making a positive impact, not only in the world of premium chocolate but also in the lives of our employees, customers, and communities. Our company embraces a culture defined by the core values of Excellence, Innovation, Entrepreneurship, Responsibility, and Collaboration, fostering a dynamic and collaborative environment where these principles drive our success.

Position Purpose:

The individual in this role will be responsible for to ensuring products manufactured at Lindt & Sprüngli USA meet or exceed L&S standards for quality, food safety, and regulatory compliance. This is accomplished by developing, following and improving upon established audit processes, policies and procedures. You will also be responsible for interpreting and enforcing policies to make ad hoc decisions in support of quality and food safety. Additionally, you are responsible for reviewing documents for compliance, reporting and partnering with all relevant stakeholders including manufacturing, purchasing, R&D (Research & Development) and QA (Quality Assurance) teams.

Essential Job Functions & Responsibilities:

Ensure Quality Standards

• Responsible for sampling and testing raw materials, semi-finished products, and finished products to ensure compliance with L&S specifications and standards. This is accomplished by following established procedures, including but not limited to analytical, sensory and microbiological testing.
• Execute all analytical laboratory functions for main production facility, as well as serving as backup for the cocoa liquor facility.
• Responsible for releasing products and managing non-conformances.
• Responsible for the operation, maintenance & calibration of laboratory equipment.
• Manage sample retention program for raw materials, semi-finished, and finished products.
• Drive and support the implementation of new equipment and new technologies including validation and verification activities.
• Ensure compliance with all ISO and third-party quality and food safety standards.

Documentation and Reporting

• Perform administrative functions that relate to maintaining proper documentation. Filing of inspection reports and other relevant records to ensure complete documentation and transparency regarding compliance to L&S requirements.
• Responsible for the oral and written communication of test results and for ensuring timely disposition of raw materials and products.
• Interface with Purchasing Department and Manufacturing Supervisors to enforce quality standards in non-compliance situations. Responsibilities include managing the non-conformance process and communication with all stakeholders.

General

• Responsible for cross training current and new QA Technicians for basic analytical tests.
• Responsible for general lab cleaning. Developing and maintaining a consumable inventory and responsible for ordering consumables for the entire lab in order to ensure consistent functionality.
• Provide assistance with QA and R&D related projects as assigned.
• Participate in Lindt Production Way (LPW) teams.

Qualifications & Requirements:

Skills & Knowledge:

• 2-3 years prior Analytical & Quality experience, preferably in food production environment
• Proficient in MS Office applications
• Proficient in SAP
• Proven knowledge of database systems
• Proven knowledge of Analytical systems and equipment
• Knowledge of quality & food systems
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Must be results driven, self-motivated and able to work independently
• Demonstrated commitment to teamwork and internal client service orientation
• Strong data management skills
• Detail oriented

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree required, master’s degree in related field preferred
• HACCP and PCQI certifications preferred

Other Requirements:

• 2nd shift
• Required to work weekends & off shifts occasionally

Salary Range:

$24.30 - $31.57

_ Applicants for this position must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. The company will not sponsor applicants for this positionfor work visas. _

Lindt USA’s salary range reflects market rates based on our size, revenue, and location. Starting pay is determined using a wide range of factors including, but not limited to, job-related skills, knowledge, and experience as well as market conditions. A bonus and/or long-term incentive may be included as part of this compensation package.

Lindt and Sprüngli is an equal opportunity employer and considers all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, disability, age, veteran status, or any other classification protected by state, local or federal law. Applicants for this position must successfully pass a background screening and may be required to pass drug screenings as well.