QA2

PRIMEX INTERNATIONAL TRADING; Wasco (CA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Primex Farms, LLC in Wasco, CA is seeking a Quality 2 (QA2) to verify product quality, food safety, packaging integrity, and production documentation prior to shipment. You will inspect, sample, test, and audit while upholding GMP/HACCP and allergen controls.

The role reports to the Quality Supervisor/Quality Manager and requires meticulous attention to detail in a pistachio processing environment with compliance to food safety standards.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Basic reading, writing, math, and report-writing skills required.
• Bilingual English/Spanish preferred.
• Experience in quality assurance, food manufacturing, lab, or inspection preferred.

Responsibilities

• Collect product samples and perform microbiological analysis.
• Grade and classify products from production lines.
• Document quality results and production data on forms.
• Verify product quality, safety, labeling, and packaging before shipment.
• Aid with audits, customer complaints investigations, and corrective actions.
• Maintain GMP and HACCP compliance and participate in training.

Skills

Math calculations

Reporting/documentation

Procedures & standards

Communication

Team & independence

Attention to detail

Multitasking

GMP/HACCP

Flexible schedule

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Basic reading, writing, math, report-writing

Bilingual English/Spanish

QA/food manufacturing/lab/inspection experience preferred

Job description

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QA2

Full Time Wasco, CA, US

8 days ago Requisition ID: 1112

JOB DESCRIPTION

Job Title

Quality 2

Department

Quality Assurance

Reports To

Quality Supervisor / Quality Manager

FLSA Status

Employment Type

Position Summary

The Quality 2 (QA2) is responsible for verifying product quality, food safety, packaging integrity, product classification, and production documentation prior to shipment. This position ensures that all products meet Primex Farms quality standards, customer requirements, regulatory requirements, and food safety standards. The QA2 performs product inspections, sample collection, quality testing, packaging verification, inventory support, and audit assistance while maintaining compliance with GMP, HACCP, food defense, allergen control, hygienic zoning, and company safety programs.

Essential Functions

• Collect product samples, including aseptic samples for microbiological analysis.
• Accurately grade and classify products from production lines.
• Assist QA1, QA2, and QA3 personnel as operational needs require.
• Identify, document, and report defects in inshell and kernel products.
• Perform hand sorting activities when required.
• Record quality results and production data on written and electronic forms.
• Complete microbiological and chemical testing requests for laboratory analysis.
• Verify product categories, weights, and production information prior to posting license plates.
• Print and post license plates for finished products.
• Verify product quality, safety, legality, and packaging compliance prior to shipment.
• Verify product labels for accuracy and compliance requirements.
• Verify packaged products meet customer, company, and regulatory specifications.
• Check scales, moisture analyzers, and metal detectors and report nonconformances.
• Verify roasting requirements and roasting conditions for applicable products.
• Perform salt percentage testing and packaging integrity testing, including oxygen and leak testing.
• Verify incoming ingredients and products meet quality, safety, and legal requirements.
• Perform cost analysis activities as assigned.
• Complete product sample requests for customers, buyers, and trade representatives.
• Assist with physical inventory verification.
• Conduct daily inspections and report nonconformances.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area.
• Report quality, food safety, and safety concerns to management.
• Assist with customer complaint investigations and corrective actions.
• Provide audit support as required.
• Train new QA personnel when assigned.
• Follow all GMPs, food safety requirements, and company policies.
• Maintain regular and reliable attendance.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Education and Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Basic reading, writing, mathematical, and report-writing skills required.
• Bilingual English/Spanish preferred.
• Previous quality assurance, food manufacturing, laboratory, or inspection experience preferred.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Ability to perform complex mathematical calculations.
• Ability to generate reports and maintain accurate documentation.
• Ability to follow complex procedures and quality standards.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and within a team environment.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Ability to multitask in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Knowledge of GMP, HACCP, food safety, allergen control, and food defense programs preferred.
• Ability to work flexible schedules as operational needs require.

• Food manufacturing and pistachio processing environment.
• Exposure to production equipment, packaging machinery, conveyors, scales, metal detectors, and testing equipment.
• Exposure to varying temperatures, noise, and manufacturing operations.
• Frequent movement throughout production, packaging, roasting, and warehouse areas.
• May be exposed to allergens including pistachios and other tree nuts.
• Must wear required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) and comply with all food safety and safety requirements.

Physical Demands / ADA Functional Analysis Chart

Physical Requirement

Frequency

Standing

Walking

Lifting 10 lbs.

Lifting 25 lbs.

Lifting 50 lbs.

Carrying

Pushing/Pulling

Reaching Above Shoulder

Twisting

Climbing

Kneeling/Crouching

Fine Hand Manipulation

Use of Vision

Hearing/Speaking

Frequency Definitions

• Occasionally: Up to 33% of the workday.
• Frequently: 34% to 66% of the workday.
• Constantly: 67% to 100% of the workday.

Reasonable Accommodation Statement

Primex Farms, LLC complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), the California Fair Employment and Housing Act (FEHA), and all applicable state and federal laws. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position unless doing so would create an undue hardship. The Company engages in a timely, good-faith interactive process regarding accommodation requests.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Primex Farms, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer and considers applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, military or veteran status, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.