QA Technician: Food Safety & Compliance (Temporary)

Northline Seafoods; Bellingham (WA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Part time

Job summary

Northline Seafoods is seeking a detail-oriented Quality Assurance Technician to support our QA Supervisor at the Arrowac Production Facility in Bellingham, WA. This temporary position runs mid-September through mid-March, with potential extension to May based on operations.

The role emphasizes daily HACCP/GMP compliance, sample testing, and collaboration with production leadership to maintain food safety and product quality standards.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Valid Washington State Food Worker Card required at the time of hire.
• Experience in food processing, manufacturing, warehousing, or quality assurance preferred but not required.
• Basic understanding of GMPs, sanitation, and food safety principles preferred.
• Ability to learn company food safety, quality, and regulatory requirements through on-the-job training.
• Strong attention to detail with the ability to recognize product defects, sanitation concerns, and process deviations.
• Ability to effectively prioritize tasks, manage time, and complete assigned responsibilities with minimal supervision.
• Ability to accurately complete records and maintain organized documentation.
• Basic computer skills for electronic recordkeeping and data entry.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced team environment while maintaining a high level of accuracy.

Responsibilities

• Assist in implementing and maintaining food safety and quality policies, procedures, and programs.
• Conduct daily inspections and monitoring on the head-and-gut line to ensure compliance with HACCP, GMPs, and other regulatory requirements.
• Collect and test product, water, and environmental samples; document results accurately.
• Support HACCP plan execution, including verification, monitoring, and recordkeeping.
• Report non-conformances and assist in corrective actions under the guidance of the QA Supervisor.
• Maintain QA lab equipment, supplies, and inventory.
• Collaborate with production and QA leadership to ensure smooth, compliant operations.
• Participate in audits and inspections as needed, assisting the QA Supervisor in preparing documentation.
• Support training initiatives and safety programs within the QA team.
• Perform additional duties as assigned to support operational and food safety goals.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Teamwork

Data entry

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Northline Seafoods is seeking a detail-oriented Quality Assurance Technician to support our QA Supervisor at the Arrowac Production Facility in Bellingham, WA. This temporary position runs mid-September through mid-March, with potential extension to May based on operations.

The role emphasizes daily HACCP/GMP compliance, sample testing, and collaboration with production leadership to maintain food safety and product quality standards.