QC Technician - 2nd Shift

Flowers Foods & Subsidiaries; West Jordan (UT); On-site; USD 28,000 - 31,000; Full time

Job summary

Flowers Foods, Inc. is seeking a Quality Assurance Lab Technician to support quality control across production stages. You will gather samples, perform tests, and document results to ensure product safety and compliance with company standards.

The role requires at least one year of QA lab experience and a high school diploma equivalent. Salary starts at $20.39 per hour, with opportunities for growth and a competitive total rewards package.

Qualifications

• One (1) year previous experience in similar Quality Assurance lab.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate ingredients and products at production stages.
• Collect and test samples at regular intervals.
• Assess samples for weight, color, bake, etc.
• Perform microbiological tests.
• Recommend processing improvements.
• Maintain accurate records.
• Inspect metal detectors.
• Record weight logs and paperwork.
• Train new Lab Technicians II as needed.
• Keep the work area clean and safe.
• Follow company safety and quality policies.
• Other duties as directed by supervision.

Skills

Quality Assurance lab

Education

High school diploma equivalency

Job description

FRESH. FORWARD. FLOWERS.

Flowers Foods, Inc. (NYSE:FLO) is not just about baking; it's about crafting moments of joy with every delicious bite. With 2025 sales of $5.3 billion, and as one of the leading producers of packaged bakery goods in the United States, Flowers Foods brings passion to the table. From the wholesome goodness of Nature's Own and Wonder to the bold and artisanal flavors of Dave's Killer Bread, the rustic goodness of Canyon Bakehouse, and the sweet delights of Tastykake, each product is a celebration of taste and quality. Beyond the oven, Flowers Foods fosters a culture that values and reflects Honesty & Integrity, Respect & Inclusion, Sustainability, Passion, and Humility. With a commitment to innovation and a recipe for success, Flowers Foods is more than a bakery – it's a delightful journey into the heart of flavor and community.

Full-time Employees Are Offered The Following Benefits

• Comprehensive health and medical benefits
• 401(k) Retirement savings plan
• Professional growth and leadership training
• Paid vacation, holidays, and parental leave

Benefits may vary depending on your work location.

Bringing Home the Dough

Gathers and test products for quality control purposes. Requires constant interaction with work group and other departments at the primary work location. Position requires demonstration of competency for all on-the-job activities that may have a direct or indirect affect on product safety, legality and/or quality.

Rising to the Challenge: Position Responsibilities

• Under the direction of the Quality Assurance Supervisor, performs evaluations of ingredients and products in various stages of production.
• Obtains samples of ingredients/product at regular intervals.
• Evaluates the samples: weight, color, bake, etc.
• Perform microbiological tests.
• Routinely makes recommendations for processing.
• Originate and maintain accurate records.
• Checks Metal Detectors.
• Performs mathematical calculations on weight and logs information of proper paperwork.
• Maintain flour-tailing reports.
• Trains new Lab Technicians II as necessary.
• Maintains cleanliness of work area(s).
• Practices and complies with all company policies and procedures including safety and work rules, etc.
• Performs other duties as directed by supervision.
• Ensures that all internal and external food safety and quality policies and procedures are followed
• Practices and complies with all Company policies and procedures (EEO, Harassment, Safety, Sarbanes Oxley, etc.).
• Performance of other duties which are deemed by management to be an integral part of the job, including but not limited to fulfillment of work schedules, adherence to attendance policies, and other applicable operating rules, policies and procedures.

Knead to Know: Preferred Qualifications

One (1) year previous experience in similar Quality Assurance lab.

Additional Ingredients: Essential Job Requirements

High school Diploma equivalency.

Salary Range- $20.39 - $22.66

We offer a competitive salary and an excellent total rewards package.

EEO Statement

Flowers is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Flowers encourages all qualified candidates to apply, regardless of race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, veteran status, disability status, or people of any other characteristic protected by state or federal law. The job description above outlines the general nature and level of work expected from employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications for this position. Equivalent combination of education, experience, and skills may supplement above minimum job requirements.