QA Technologist II

Home Market Foods; Norwood (KY); On-site; USD 57,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision coverage

Pet Insurance

Wellness Plan & Gym Reimbursement

Tuition Reimbursement

College Scholarship

Job summary

Home Market Foods is seeking a Quality Assurance Technologist for the evening production shift in Norwood, MA. This onsite role ensures food safety and product excellence on the shift with responsibilities across HACCP/SQF compliance and quality checks.

You will monitor safety programs, collect samples, train staff on GMPs, and collaborate with R&D, Marketing, Sales, and Operations to resolve issues and improve processes.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Food Science, Biology, Chemistry, or related field, or 3+ years QA experience in food manufacturing.
• Food manufacturing QA experience (not biotech/pharma).
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word & Excel.
• Ability to stay focused, learn quickly, and adapt in a fast-paced environment.
• Physical ability to walk, stand, climb stairs, and work around production activity.

Responsibilities

• Monitor HACCP requirements, SQF systems, and food safety programs.
• Oversee product quality, processing lines, plant conditions & employee practices.
• Conduct pre-op and operational inspections.
• Collect micro, chemical, and product quality samples.
• Maintain strong communication with Production, Maintenance, USDA & FDA.
• Evaluate storage conditions and pest control checks.
• Assist with training on GMPs, HACCP, SQF & quality procedures.
• Troubleshoot food safety/quality issues in real time.
• Perform sensory evaluations (taste, smell, texture, visual).
• Support cross-functional teams: R&D, Marketing, Sales, Maintenance, Operations.
• Validate metal detection, thermometer calibration, and process control equipment.
• Participate in daily product cutting and plant-wide performance audits.
• Jump in on special projects as needed.

Skills

QA experience

Food safety

Communication skills

MS Word & Excel

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Food Science/Biology/Chemistry or related field

Tools

HACCP systems

SQF

Thermometer calibration

Job description

Pay Range: $57,000 to $85,000 annually (based on experience and qualifications)

Norwood, MA | Onsite

Monday–Friday, 1:00pm–10:00pm + occasional Saturdays

At Home Market Foods, our rapid growth means we rely on exceptional talent to keep our products safe, consistent, and delicious. We’re hiring a Quality Assurance Technologist who will play a critical role in ensuring food safety and product excellence on our evening production shift.

What You’ll Do:

You’ll be the go-to quality & food safety expert on your shift, ensuring everything meets our high standards:

• Monitor HACCP requirements, SQF systems, and food safety programs
• Oversee product quality, processing lines, plant conditions & employee practices
• Conduct pre-op and operational inspections
• Collect micro, chemical, and product quality samples
• Maintain strong communication with Production, Maintenance, USDA & FDA
• Evaluate storage conditions and pest control checks
• Assist with training on GMPs, HACCP, SQF & quality procedures
• Troubleshoot food safety/quality issues in real time
• Perform sensory evaluations (taste, smell, texture, visual)
• Support cross-functional teams: R&D, Marketing, Sales, Maintenance, Operations
• Validate metal detection, thermometer calibration, and process control equipment
• Participate in daily product cutting and plant-wide performance audits
• Jump in on special projects as needed

What You’ll Bring:

• Bachelor’s degree in Food Science, Biology, Chemistry, or related field— OR — 3+ years QA experience in food manufacturing
• Food manufacturing QA experience (not biotech/pharma)
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word & Excel
• Ability to stay focused, learn quickly, and adapt in a fast-paced environment
• Physical ability to walk, stand, climb stairs, and work around production activity

Why You’ll Love Working Here:

• You’ll play a vital role in ensuring the safety and quality of products enjoyed nationwide
• Work with a supportive, collaborative team committed to food safety excellence
• Be part of a growing company with real opportunities to learn and advance
• Gain broad exposure to Operations, R&D, Quality, Maintenance & Leadership
• Hands‑on, high‑impact role where your decisions matter
• Company‑provided PPE & safety‑first culture

Work Environment

• Work in both office and production floor settings
• Moderate office noise; louder on the production floor
• Must be able to wear required PPE
• May occasionally need to support weekend/off‑hours needs

Exciting Benefits Await You!

• Enjoy top-tier Medical, Dental, Vision coverage.
• Pamper your furry friends with Pet Insurance.
• Stay fit with our Wellness Plan and Gym Reimbursement.
• Boost your skills with Employee Tuition Reimbursement.
• Unlock endless opportunities with College Scholarship for dependents.
• Reap the Rewards of Our Bonus Program Available to Our Salary and Hourly Employees.
• Receive a Generous 401k Company Match.
• Take advantage of Competitive Paid Time Off.
• Elevate Your Safety Net with Company‑Sponsored Life Insurance Coverage.
• Receive Relocation Assistance for a Smooth Transition.
• Earn Rewards through our Employee Bonus Referral Program.
• Elevate Your Workplace Experience with Community Impact Opportunities.
• Celebrate Together with Team Events and Seasonal Workplace Gatherings.

At Home Market Foods, we champion equal opportunities for all, prohibiting discrimination based on race, religion, gender, and more. Our commitment extends across all aspects of employment, ensuring a fair and inclusive workplace.

At this time, Home Market Foods will not sponsor applicants for employment authorization for this position for the following work visas: STEM OPT EAD, H-1B, H-1B1, E-3, O-1, J-1, or TN