Quality Assurance Tech (3rd Shift)

Champion Foods LLC; Gaffney (SC); On-site; USD 38,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Champion Foods LLC in Gaffney, SC is seeking motivated staff to monitor production, perform microbial testing, and ensure compliance with GMPs for our fast-paced bakery environment.

Ideal candidates have a HS diploma, some college in food science, and 1 year in food manufacturing. Strong communication and basic math skills are required; MS Office proficiency is a plus.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED.
• College coursework in Food Science or related area (American Institute of Baking) preferred.
• One year of experience in a food service or manufacturing environment.
• Good oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to comprehend basic mathematical concepts (fractions, ratios, temperature tolerances, multiplication, addition).
• Average computer skills: Word, Outlook and Excel.
• Knowledge of GMPs strongly preferred.
• Experience in food manufacturing or laboratory environment preferred.

Responsibilities

• Monitors production procedures and parameters to ensure quality, safety, and legal standards.
• Checks and documents data for each product line (crust, topping, USDA, cookie, assembly).
• Examines dough temperature and records it with the dough mixer.
• Verifies metal detector calibration and records with the packer.
• Inspects trailer and raw materials during receiving/loading; completes forms.
• Monitors end-of-line labeling and weight accuracy on shippers.
• Conducts laboratory product evaluations (baking tests, spec parameter evals, texture analysis).
• Calibrates thermometer, scales and pH meter daily.
• Performs microbiology testing for cookie dough (plates: Ecoli, Coliform, Yeast, Mold).
• Keeps lab and bake areas clean; completes required AIB food safety modules yearly.

Skills

Communication skills

MS Office

GMP knowledge

Data handling

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Food Science coursework

Tools

Microsoft Word

Outlook

Excel

Job description

Craft Your Career with Champion Foods – A Slice of Opportunity Awaits!

Champion Foods, a pizza trailblazer, is expanding, and we’re looking for dynamic talents to enhance our innovative and quality-driven team. We produce products cherished by families nationwide and pride ourselves on our entrepreneurial spirit, commitment to quality, and a warm workplace culture that feels like family. If you’re passionate, eager to grow, and want to work for a company that values each voice and champions personal development, your next career adventure starts here. Join us, and let’s craft great things together, one delicious slice at a time.

Your Mission:

Under general supervision and according to established policies and procedures, monitors all of the production procedures and parameters to ensure that established quality, safety and legal standards of food products are maintained.

What You’ll Do:

• Checks and documents specific data corresponding to assigned product line (crust, topping, USDA, cookie, assembly)
• Examines dough temperature for accuracy and ensures that it is recorded by the dough mixer.
• Checks and documents that the metal detector is correct and recorded by the packer.
• Inspects and documents the trailer condition as well as the raw material and product conditions during the receiving and loading process. Ensures that the appropriate form is properly completed.
• Monitors the end of the production line to ensure finished product weight and proper identification is printed on product shippers.
• Conducts product evaluations in the laboratory. These include: baking test and specification parameter evaluations, as well as texture analysis. Records findings on evaluation form.
• Calibrates thermometer, scales and pH meter daily.
• Perform microbiology testing for Cookie dough by being able to plate samples and read results for various plates, (Ecoli, Coliform, Yeast and Mold).
• Keeps lab and test bake areas clean
• Complete required AIB food safety and quality modules on annual basis or within one year from start date
• Perform other duties as required by manager

What You’ll Bring:

• High School Diploma or GED.
• College course work in Food Science or related area (American Institute of Baking) is preferred
• One year of experience in a food service or manufacturing environment.
• Good oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to comprehend basic mathematical concepts such as fractions, ratios, temperature tolerances, multiplication and addition
• Average computer skills: Microsoft Word, Outlook and Excel.
• Ability to maintain information in a confidential manner.
• Knowledge of Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP’s) strongly preferred
• Previous experience in food manufacturing and/or laboratory environment preferred

Where You’ll Work:

Welcome to the heart of pizza innovation! At our 144,000-square-foot, state-of-the-art bakery, you’ll be part of a dynamic and fast-paced environment where bakery innovation meets cutting-edge technology. Imagine walking into a vibrant atmosphere where the aroma of freshly baked crusts and spices fills the air, and every day is an opportunity to craft mouth-watering pizzas.

Our bakery boasts the latest in food production technology, ensuring that our pizzas are not only tasty but also consistently high in quality. You’ll work alongside passionate and dedicated team members. Our collaborative atmosphere encourages idea-sharing and innovation, making it the perfect place for those eager to make an impact.

Located in Gaffney, South Carolina, our bakery has many amenities that will make your workday enjoyable and convenient. You’ll find that our bakery is more than just a workplace – it’s a place where your contributions genuinely matter, and you can grow your career in the food industry.

Works in a fast-paced manufacturing environment and exposure to potentially high noise levels, abnormal temperatures due to freezer and baking area.

_ All items listed above are illustrative and not comprehensive. They are not contractual in nature and are subject to change at the discretion of Champion Foods LLC. _

Champion Foods LLC is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regards to that individual’s race, color, religion or creed, national origin or ancestry, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, genetic information, ethnicity, citizenship, or any other characteristic protected by law.
The Company will strive to provide reasonable accommodations to permit qualified applicants who have a need for an accommodation to participate in the hiring process (e.g., accommodations for a job interview) if so requested.

This company participates in E-Verify. E-Verify and Right to Work.