Quality Assurance Auditor - 1st Shift | Food Safety Focus

Kraft Heinz, Inc.; Town of Avon (NY); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Kraft Heinz, Inc. is seeking a Quality Inspector to perform sanitation audits, conduct swabbing, and verify HACCP and GMP compliance across our New York area production facility.

You will monitor metal detectors, inspect raw materials, run weight controls, and document findings to support product safety and regulatory readiness. The role requires rigorous attention to detail, strong teamwork, and the ability to work across shifts in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Experience performing audits, inspections, or product testing.
• Knowledge of HACCP, GMP, or food safety guidelines.
• Ability to document and communicate quality findings clearly.

Responsibilities

• Perform pre-operational sanitation audits and daily housekeeping inspections.
• Conduct bacteriological and environmental swabbing activities.
• Verify HACCP and food safety program compliance.
• Monitor metal detector performance and document verification records.
• Inspect incoming raw materials and ingredients as required.
• Perform hourly weight control checks using approved systems.
• Conduct residual oxygen, gas mixture, seal integrity, and package quality testing.
• Complete finished product evaluations and case audits.
• Identify and communicate quality concerns and non-conformances to leadership.
• Place product on hold when necessary and document findings.
• Enter and maintain component complaint and quality records.
• Complete required quality, food safety, and traceability documentation.
• Support regulatory, customer, and internal audits.
• Maintain housekeeping standards throughout the production shift.
• Participate in continuous improvement and corrective action activities.
• Follow all safety policies and PPE requirements.
• Verify sanitation effectiveness through audits and environmental monitoring.

Skills

Quality inspection

Auditing

HACCP knowledge

GMP knowledge

Food safety testing

Data entry

Documentation

Attention to detail

Regulatory compliance

Teamwork

Communication

Physical stamina

Problem solving

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Kraft Heinz, Inc. is seeking a Quality Inspector to perform sanitation audits, conduct swabbing, and verify HACCP and GMP compliance across our New York area production facility.

You will monitor metal detectors, inspect raw materials, run weight controls, and document findings to support product safety and regulatory readiness. The role requires rigorous attention to detail, strong teamwork, and the ability to work across shifts in a fast-paced environment.