Quality Assurance Technician

AppleOne Employment Services; Kent (WA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full-time opportunity

Overtime available

Shift differential

Job summary

AppleOne Employment Services in Kent, WA, is seeking a detail-oriented Quality Assurance Technician to join a growing food and beverage manufacturing team. You will perform quality inspections of raw materials, in-process and finished goods to ensure safety and compliance with HACCP, GMP, and SQF standards.

The role offers full-time hours with potential overtime, and a path to broaden your QA experience in a collaborative production environment.

Qualifications

• 1+ year of experience in Quality Assurance, Quality Control, food manufacturing, or related environment preferred.
• Knowledge of GMPs, HACCP, SQF, FDA food safety requirements, or preventive controls preferred.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Perform quality inspections and testing of raw materials, in-process products, and finished goods.
• Monitor production processes to ensure compliance with quality and food safety standards.
• Document quality issues, deviations, and corrective actions.

Skills

Quality Assurance

Quality Control

Food manufacturing

Attention to detail

Documentation

Microsoft Office

Education

High school diploma or GED

Coursework or degree in Food Science, Biology, Chemistry, or related field

Job description

About the Opportunity

We are seeking a detail-oriented Quality Assurance Technician to join a growing food and beverage manufacturing team in the Kent area. This position plays an important role in ensuring products are produced safely, consistently, and according to established quality standards.

What You'll Do

• Perform quality inspections and testing of raw materials, in-process products, and finished goods
• Monitor production processes to ensure compliance with established quality and food safety standards
• Conduct and document required quality checks throughout the production process
• Monitor Critical Control Points (CCPs) and verify required production procedures are being followed
• Inspect product weight, appearance, packaging, labeling, coding, and other specifications
• Perform environmental, equipment, and sanitation checks as required
• Assist with allergen testing and verification
• Ensure production employees are following GMPs, SOPs, and food safety procedures
• Document quality issues, deviations, and corrective actions
• Communicate quality concerns to Production and Quality leadership
• Assist with investigations related to product quality or food safety issues
• Maintain accurate QA records, logs, and documentation
• Support internal audits and food safety programs
• Assist with employee training related to GMPs, quality, and food safety
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment

What We're Looking For

• 1+ year of experience in Quality Assurance, Quality Control, food manufacturing, or a related environment preferred
• High school diploma or GED required; coursework or degree in Food Science, Biology, Chemistry, or a related field is a plus
• Knowledge of GMPs, HACCP, SQF, FDA food safety requirements, or preventive controls preferred
• Strong attention to detail and ability to identify inconsistencies
• Comfortable performing measurements, inspections, and basic testing
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to accurately complete production and quality documentation
• Basic computer skills, including Microsoft Office
• Ability to work independently while partnering closely with Production and Quality teams
• Reliable attendance and willingness to work a flexible manufacturing schedule

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods
• Ability to work in a manufacturing/production environment
• Ability to bend, reach, climb stairs, and perform repetitive movements
• Ability to lift up to 40–50 lbs. as needed
• Ability to work around production equipment, noise, varying temperatures, and food-processing environments
• Ability to wear required PPE and follow sanitation and food safety requirements

Why Consider This Opportunity?

• $22–$27/hour, depending on experience
• Full-time, long-term opportunity
• Opportunity to build or expand your food manufacturing quality experience
• Potential for career growth within Quality and Food Safety
• Hands‑on experience with GMP, HACCP, SQF, and food safety programs
• Collaborative manufacturing environment
• Potential for overtime and shift differential depending on schedule

If you have a strong eye for detail, take pride in quality, and want to build your career in food and beverage manufacturing, we'd like to hear from you!

1+ year of experience in Quality Assurance, Quality Control, food manufacturing, or a related environment preferred

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