Food Production Quality Assurance Tech

Operation Support Inc; Bell (CA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Opportunity for advancement

Training & development

Job summary

A Quality Assurance company in California is seeking a Quality Assurance Tech responsible for inspecting packages and ensuring products meet quality standards. The role requires attention to detail, the ability to work in a fast-paced environment, and a minimum of 2 years in a regulated manufacturing setting. Candidates should have a high school diploma and be proficient in Microsoft Office. This position may require flexible working hours, including weekends.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years of quality experience in a regulated food or dietary supplement manufacturing environment.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Outlook, Excel) and quality data systems.
• Bilingual (e.g., English/Spanish) is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Perform inspections of materials, products, and paperwork to verify compliance with specifications.
• Create and maintain accurate and complete records of work performed.
• Perform quality checks for foreign material with verification of mesh screens.
• Notify supervisors promptly when non-conformances are identified.

Skills

Attention to detail

Strong organizational skills

Bilingual (English/Spanish)

Ability to work independently

Ability to work in a fast-paced environment

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent Experience

Tools

Microsoft Office (Word, Outlook, Excel)

Job description

Benefits:

• Competitive salary
• Opportunity for advancement
• Training & development

Qualifications:

• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and accomplish multiple tasks within established timeframes.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Ability to work both independently and with a team.
• Prolonged periods of standing, bending, twisting, reaching and grasping with both hands.
• Ability to continuously lift up to 15lbs.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Outlook, Excel) and quality data systems.
• Bilingual (e.g., English/Spanish) is highly desirable.
• Ability to work in a manufacturing environment with fluctuating temperatures and noise levels.
• Maintain company attendance standards.
• Flexible work schedule (e.g., weekends and holidays)

Education / Experience:

• High School Diploma or Equivalent Experience
• Minimum of 2 years of quality experience in a regulated food or dietary supplement manufacturing environment.

Position Description:

Quality Assurance Tech is responsible for the day-to-day activities of Quality Control on the production floor. The QA tech is responsible for inspecting packages and ensuring products meet the company quality standards, customer specifications, food safety plans, and verifying finished goods are met. product quality. This role requires the ability to work independently and with other team members in a fast-paced environment. Work schedule Monday through Friday with potential weekend work based on business needs.

Key Responsibilities:

• Perform inspections of materials, products, and paperwork to verify compliance with specifications.
• Create and maintain accurate and complete records of work performed.
• Perform lab tests and seal test.
• Perform line clearance inspections, lot clearances, and 1st piece inspections.
• Notify Production Supervisors, and Quality Supervisors promptly when non-conformances are identified.
• Perform quality checks for foreign material with the verification of mesh screens, detectors, etc.
• Verify and perform specified quality test on random finished cases such as count verification, label conformity, seal conformity, lot code and expiration verification, etc. on pallets for shipping to customers.
• Assists in the development of quality control specifications and procedures.
• Promote a strong quality culture and serve as a resource.
• Complete all compliance training (e.g., sexual harassment, workplace violence, active shooter) and department focused training.
• Adhere to all company policies, industry standards, and food safety regulations (e.g., FDA, USDA, HACCP).
• Use of visual, auditory or special protective equipment (e.g., hairnet, beard net (if applicable), and gloves)
• Demonstrate a culture of ethical conduct, safety and compliance.
• Ensure production areas are clean, sanitized, and organized, adhering to food safety.
• Identify and correct hazards; comply with all safety policies and best practices.
• All other duties are based on business needs.