QA Technician - 2nd Shift

Jjsnackfoods; Rock Island (IL); On-site; USD 19,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

J&J Snack Foods Corp. is seeking a Quality Assurance Technician I to monitor quality across raw materials, in-process products, and finished goods. You will test samples, ensure compliance with food safety standards, and support continuous improvement in the production process.

Key duties include auditing GMP practices, documenting results, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to address quality issues in real time.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; a degree in food science or biology is a plus.
• Previous experience in quality control within food manufacturing preferred.
• Knowledge of HACCP, GMP and SQF regulations is expected.

Responsibilities

• Follow GMP policies, document and record-keep per company standards.
• Assist in maintaining Food Safety and Quality programs.
• Conduct daily GMP facility audits with corrective actions.
• Inspect raw materials, in-process products and finished goods for quality.

Skills

GMP compliance

Quality control

Food safety

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Food science/biology degree a plus

Tools

Metal detectors

Testing instrumentation

Job description

As a leader and innovator in the snack food industry for over 50 years, J&J Snack Foods provides branded snack foods to foodservice and retail supermarket outlets across the U.S. Its products include such icons as SUPERPRETZEL, ICEE, and Dippin' Dots along with other key brands like LUIGI'S Real Italian Ice, The Funnel Cake Factory Funnel Cakes, and Hola Churros. J&J also has a strong presence in bakery providing cakes, cookies, and pies to some of the largest grocery and convenience retailers in industry. Our company continues to deliver record sales led by a talented team and a commitment to "Fun Served Here".

POSITION SUMMARY:

Under the guidance of theFSQA & EHS Supervisor, theQualityAssuranceTechnicianIwill consistently follow processes and procedurestoeffectively measure, evaluate, and test samples of the Company product to ensure it meets food safety, quality, and customer specifications.This role involves inspecting raw materials, in-process products, and finished goods to ensure compliance with food safety regulations, company policies, and customer specifications. The QATechnicianIplaysa critical role inmaintainingproduct consistency and supporting continuous improvement initiatives within the manufacturing process.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Complies withenforcement of all GMP policies, documentation, and record keepingin accordance withcompany standards.
• AssistswithmaintainingFood Safety and Quality programs.
• Conducts daily GMP facility audits with corrective action follow-up.EnforcesGMPs at the plant.
• Reviews and verifies productiondocuments
• Placesout of specification productor raw materialon hold status.
• Advisestheappropriatepartyof issuesin a timely manner.
• Conducts routine inspections and testing of raw materials, products, and finished goods to ensure compliance with quality standards.
• Monitors and documents production processes to ensure compliance with established procedures and food safety regulations (e.g., HACCP, GMP, and SQF).
• Assistsin the calibration and maintenance of testing equipment(including metal detection devices)to ensure accuracy.
• Collectsand recordsdata from quality tests. Prepares reports and providesfeedback to the production team.
• Collaborateswith the production team toidentifyand addressfood safety andquality issues in real time.
• Assistsin the investigation of customer complaints related to product quality and help implement corrective actions.
• Maintainsclean and organized workspaces in compliance with safety and sanitation standards.
• Supportsinternal audits andparticipatein continuous improvement initiatives.
• Conducts pre-operational inspections at the start of production runs
• Communicate effectively with cross-functional teams to resolve quality issues promptly.
• Performsotherduties asassigned byFSQA & EHS Supervisor.

COMPETENCIES:

• Responsible for ensuring Good Manufacturing Practices, Food Defense, and SQF Programs.
• Self-motivated, with the ability to multi-task, prioritize, and adapt well to change.
• Ability todemonstratestrong teamwork skills,workingcollaboratively with peers to achieve commongoalsand contribute to a positive and productive work environment.
• Ability to communicate effectively with the team and supervisors, both verbally and in writing.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• High school diploma or equivalent; a degree in food science, biology, or a related field is a plus.
• Previousexperience in quality control, preferably in a food manufacturing environment.
• Knowledge of food safety regulations, such as HACCP, GMP, and SQF.

US Hourly Pay Range

$17 - $17 USD

Disclaimer:This position description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the team member. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change, or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.

EEO Statement:J&J Snack Foods Corp.is an equal opportunity employer and prohibits discriminatory employment actions against, and treatment of, employees and applicants for employment based on actual or perceived Federal, State and local laws that prohibit employment discrimination on the basis of race, color, age, national origin, ethnicity, alienage, religion or creed, gender, gender identity, pregnancy, marital status, sexual orientation, citizenship, genetic disposition or characteristics, disability or veteran's status, sex offenses, prior record of arrest or conviction, genetic information or predisposing genetic characteristic, status as a victim or witness of domestic violence, sex offenses or stalking and unemployment status.