QA Technologist AM Shift

King's Hawaiian; Torrance (CA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 43,000; Full time

Job summary

King’s Hawaiian is seeking a QA Technologist to serve as a senior technical resource reporting to the plant QA Manager. You will assist in executing food safety and quality functions, maintaining QA protocols, and supporting continuous improvement initiatives.

The role requires a strong background in QA/QC methods, HACCP, laboratory testing, and the ability to lead and train technicians in a fast-paced food manufacturing environment. Position is on-site in Torrance, CA.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED equivalent.
• BS Degree in Food Science / Technology or related technical degree preferred.
• 2-3 years QA/C experience in food manufacturing or related field.
• Strong working knowledge of QA/C laboratory methods.
• HACCP knowledge and prerequisite programs.
• Familiar with SQF (Level 1 or 2) or BRC requirements.
• GMP / Food Safety / Quality System audit experience.
• Knowledge of current regulatory requirements such as cGMP.
• Ability to communicate effectively in writing and verbally; bilingual English/Spanish preferred.
• Team-based, fast-paced environment with project management skills.
• Proficient MS Office (Excel/Word/Outlook).
• Willing to work a flexible schedule.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine QA/C functions as assigned by QA Management.
• Laboratory QA/C testing and equipment calibration.
• Product sensory evaluation.
• Execute non-conformance product protocol (Hold).
• Ensure compliance with food safety and quality standards across operations.
• Support SQF certification compliance with validation audits and protocols.
• Analyze QA/C data to identify process improvements.
• Participate in cross-functional continuous improvement projects.
• Assist in root-cause analysis and corrective actions.
• Prepare and issue food safety and quality reports.
• Train QA Technicians as required.
• Perform other duties assigned by QA Management.

Skills

QA/QC Knowledge

Problem Solving

Communication Skills

Bilingual English/Spanish (preferred)

Team Collaboration

Education

BS in Food Science/Technology

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

MS Excel

MS Word

MS Outlook

Job description

Joining King’s Hawaiian makes you part of our ohana (family). We are a family-owned business for over seventy years, respecting our roots while thinking about our future as we continue to grow and care for our customers and the communities we serve. Our ohana members build an environment of inclusivity as they freely collaborate, pursue learning through curiosity, and explore innovation as critical thinkers. Beyond that, we are also passionate about supporting the long‑term health and well‑being of our employees and their families. If you’re excited to rise with our team, come and join our ohana!

The QA Technologist is to serve as senior QA technical resource, who reports directly to the plant QA Manager and dotted line to the QA Supervisor. The critical technical functions of the position are to assist the QA Management to execute projects, develop, implement, maintain, provide training on and ensure effectiveness of plant food safety and quality functions.

The individual must have a food safety and quality conscious attitude with emphasis towards a teamwork approach to accomplish goals and assigned duties. The individual will work independently, be able to multitask, detail oriented, and have good problem solving and decision‑making skills.

PRINCIPAL ACCOUNTABILITIES

but are not limited to the following

Perform routine raw material and finished product QA/C functions as assigned by QA Management, which include but are not limited to the following:

• Process audit
• Laboratory QA/C testing and equipment calibration
• Product sensory evaluation
• Execute non-conformance product protocol (i.e., Hold)
• Assure compliance with food safety and quality standards throughout all operations by conducting process / system audits, developing and implementing corrective actions.
• Assist SQF Practitioner to ensure SQF certification compliance by performing validation audit, updating and developing food safety protocols.
• Collect, review, interprets, verify and analyze process QA/C data to identify process improvement opportunities.
• Participate in departmental and cross-functional continuous improvement projects as assigned by QA Manager.
• Assist QA Management to determine root causes for food safety and quality related issues, develop and implement corrective action plans.
• Assist QA Management to generate and to issue food safety and quality reports.
• Serve as senior technical resources for QA Technicians and other Operations personnel.
• Train new QA Technicians as required by QA Management.
• Perform other relevant duties assigned by QA Management.

QUALIFICATIONS

Functional and Technical Skills

• High school diploma or GED equivalent.
• BS Degree in Food Science / Technology or other related technical degrees is preferred.
• 2 - 3 year of QA/C experience in food manufacturing or related fields.
• Strong working knowledge of common food QA/C laboratory methods.
• Strong working knowledge HACCP and pre-requisite programs.
• Demonstrated working knowledge of current SQF (Level 1 or 2) or BRC certification requirements.
• Hands-on GMP / Food Safety / Quality System audit experience.
• Familiar with current food regulatory requirements and standards such as those of cGMP.
• Demonstrate problem solving skills.
• Able to effectively communicate verbally as well as in writing; demonstrate ability to write effective technical procedures and reports; bilingual in English / Spanish is preferred.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively in team based and fast paced environment.
• Demonstrated effective project management and/or execution skills.
• Demonstrated intermediate to advanced computer skills: MS Excel / Word / Outlook.
• Able and willing to work flexible schedule.

Desired Personal Traits

• Team player with good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Able to lead and follow.
• Critical and independent thinker.
• Flexible and willing to handle an ever-changing work environment.
• “Can-do” attitude.
• Strong organizational skills; results oriented; tenacious; creative.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand (10%), walk (60%), sit (30%), etc. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts and airborne particles from flour. The employee is regularly exposed to wet and/or humid conditions, cold, and heat. The noise level in the work environment is usually loud.

Compensation- $26.68/hr

King’s Hawaiian is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for our ohana.