QA Technician - Day Shift

Golden State Foods; Burleson (TX); On-site; USD 48,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401(k)

PTO (1 week)

Job summary

Golden State Foods is seeking a QA Technician for the day shift to perform technical food product tests, process checks, and audits to ensure compliance with quality and safety standards.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree in a related science and 1–3 years of experience in food safety; you will train new staff, calibrate equipment, and maintain test records in a fast-paced production environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in food science, chemistry, microbiology, or related field from an accredited college or university.
• 1–3 years of relevant work experience with understanding of food safety and regulations.

Responsibilities

• Conducts tests, analyzes results, and compiles audits on raw, in-process, and finished products to ensure safety and quality standards.
• Interacts with plant personnel to share QA and safety information and inform about quality concerns.
• Maintains records and logs of tests, audits, and QA procedures for accuracy and traceability.
• Trains new employees on company QA techniques and practices.
• Calibrates and maintains testing equipment to ensure accuracy and reliability of QA procedures.

Skills

Work independently

Problem identification

Communication

Reading accuracy

Laboratory work

Customer service focus

Education

Bachelor’s degree in food science, chemistry, microbiology, or related field from an accredited college or university

Tools

PC word processing/spreadsheet software

Job description

Golden State Foods is a distinguished leader in the food service industry, offering an extensive array of products and services to a diverse clientele. Rooted in the values of quality service and integrity, we are dedicated to creating a supportive and inclusive atmosphere where employees can advance, innovate, and contribute to our ongoing success.

QA Technician - Day Shift

Shift Hours: 6am - 6pm

About The Role

Performs a variety of technical food product tests, process checks, and audits to ensure compliance with company, process, and product quality, safety, and sanitation standards.

What You'll Do

• Conducts, analyzes, and compiles the results of samples, tests, and audits on raw, in-process, and finished products and processes to ensure compliance with product consistency, safety, and quality standards. (40%)


• Routinely interacts with plant personnel to provide QA and safety-related information and to keep GSF and customers apprised of quality and safety concerns, techniques, and regulations. (20%)


• Maintains records and logs of tests, audits, and other quality procedures to ensure availability of accurate and thorough information. (15%)


• Trains new employees on GSF-specific techniques and practices. (15%)


• Calibrate and maintain testing equipment to ensure accuracy and reliability of QA procedures. (10%)


• Performs other related and assigned duties as necessary.

PERFORMANCE CATEGORIES

• Productivity/quality standards: test/audit methodology, accuracy and reliability


• Productivity/quality standards: accuracy, timeliness, thoroughness


• Domestic and international regulatory compliance


• Teamwork within the department and across departments


• Project/assignment standards


• Customer satisfaction


• Safety standards and procedures: food


• Safety standards and procedures: laboratory equipment and procedures

WHAT YOU'LL NEED

• Bachelor’s degree in food science, chemistry, microbiology, or related field of science from an accredited college or university

Experience

• 1 to 3 years of relevant work experience, with an understanding of food safety and regulations.

Knowledge of (B/basic; J/journey; E/expert):

• Food safety concepts and techniques (J)


• Food chemistry (J)


• Food microbiology (J)


• Quality assurance concepts and techniques (J)


• HACCP programs and related food safety regulations and processes (B)


• Food processing equipment (B)


• Food testing concepts and techniques (B)


• PC word processing/spreadsheet software (B)

Skill And Ability To

• Work independently


• Identify problems or irregularities for early resolution


• Communicate and coordinate effectively with internal and external customers verbally and in writing


• Read and process written information with a high degree of accuracy


• Perform a variety of food safety tests


• Work in a laboratory environment


• Work effectively in a general business environment, with a focus on high levels of quality and customer service


• Act in accordance with GSF’s Values and Creed

Pay & Benefits

Health and Wellness: Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability, Health and Dependent Care Reimbursement Accounts (FSA), Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Voluntary Insurance (Accident, Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity, Legal, Life, and AD&D); Pet Insurance

Retirement Benefits: 401(k)

Paid Time Off (PTO): Includes 1 week of PTO

WHY JOIN US

Golden State Foods (GSF) is one of the largest diversified suppliers in the food industry, manufacturing a range of products including sauces, dressings, condiments, syrups, and toppings for leading restaurant and retail brands.

• People First: At Golden State Foods, we're not just a company; we're a dynamic community where your talents are celebrated, and your ambitions are nurtured.


• Values Driven: Our core values drive everything we do, creating a culture of innovation, integrity, and excellence. But we're not content with just being great; we strive for greatness in every aspect of our work.


• People Development: At GSF we strive to continually develop our people to prepare us all for the needs of tomorrow.


• Philanthropy & Sustainability: We're committed to making a difference beyond our walls through philanthropy and sustainability efforts across all our locations around the globe.


• Extensive Benefits: Golden State Foods believes in a holistic approach to wellness focusing on the whole person with benefits that support those needs.

Equal Opportunity Employer:

We're proud to be an equal opportunity employer. Our company values diverse perspectives and is committed to creating an inclusive and respectful workplace where every person is supported and empowered to thrive.

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