Quality Assurance Assistant

Greenhead Lobster, LLC; Bucksport (ME); On-site; USD 24,796 - 30,307; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage

401(k)

Health Savings Account (HSA)

Paid Time Off

Employee discounts

Job summary

Greenhead Lobster, LLC is seeking a QA Assistant to support GMP, HACCP, sanitation, and food safety programs. You will ensure documentation is solid, checks are consistent, and standards stay high, delivering safe, great-tasting products.

The role starts with early morning shifts Monday–Friday, focusing on logs, paperwork, and traceable records. You will work between floor and office spaces, ensuring information flows smoothly, training support, and quick communication of any quality concerns.

Qualifications

• Experience with GMPs/HACCP documentation and record-keeping.
• Familiarity with sanitation and food safety principles in a manufacturing setting.
• Attention to detail and strong organizational skills.
• Ability to communicate clearly and document activities.

Responsibilities

• Assist with monitoring, verification, and record-keeping tied to GMPs, HACCP, sanitation, and food safety.
• Help maintain accurate QA documentation and electronic records.
• Support training activities and continuous improvement efforts.
• Spot quality concerns and communicate them quickly and clearly.

Skills

GMPs

HACCP

Sanitation

Food safety

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

What You'll Own

As our QA Assistant, you'll help keep every batch on track by supporting Greenhead's GMP, food safety, and quality assurance programs. This role exists to make sure our documentation is solid, our checks are consistent, and our standards stay high—customers get safe, great-tasting product.

• Assist with monitoring, verification, and record‑keeping tied to GMPs, HACCP, sanitation, and food safety.
• Help maintain accurate QA documentation and electronic records.
• Support training activities and continuous improvement efforts.
• Spot quality concerns and communicate them quickly and clearly.

What you’ll bring:

• Working knowledge of GMPs, HACCP, sanitation, and food safety principles.
• Familiarity with FDA regulations/seafood processing (preferred).
• Strong attention to detail, organization, and communication skills.
• Comfort with Microsoft Office and electronic record systems.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively.

If you're ready to grow your QA skills in a hands‑on food manufacturing setting, apply today.

A Morning in QA

Your day starts early (Monday–Friday) with a quick check‑in and a game plan for the shift. You'll spend time moving between the floor and the office—reviewing logs, confirming paperwork is complete, and helping keep records tidy and easy to trace. Along the way, you'll connect with teammates to clarify questions, share updates, and keep information flowing. Expect a steady rhythm: focused desk time, quick walk‑throughs, and short conversations that keep quality and food safety front and center. By the end of the day, you'll feel good knowing the details are buttoned up and the next shift is set up for success.

The Good Stuff

• Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage
• 401(k)
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Competitive salary (starting at $18/hour–$22/hour based on prior experience)
• Paid Time Off
• Employee discounts