Quality Assurance Technician

Artisan Kitchens LLC; South Carolina; On-site; USD 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Artisan Kitchens LLC, located in Newberry, SC, is seeking a QA/QC-focused professional to support quality & food safety monitoring, documentation, and compliance across in-process checks, testing, and audits. This role involves collecting samples, recording data in real-time, and assisting root-cause analysis to improve processes.

The successful candidate will work in a fast-paced production environment, adhering to GMPs, USDA/FDA expectations, and SQF or equivalent standards, with a strong

Qualifications

• Understanding of HACCP, GMPs, and food safety fundamentals is preferred.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy in documentation.
• Excellent teamwork and communication required.

Responsibilities

• Perform in-process quality checks (weights, pH, temperature, net content, appearance, packaging integrity).
• Verify CCPs, PRPs, and HACCP plan steps.
• Conduct allergen verifications, metal detector checks, ATP/environmental swabbing, and sanitation verification.
• Maintain accurate data recording on production and QA forms in real time.
• Review batch records, pre-op inspections, and line clearances; support SOP updates.

Skills

HACCP & GMP knowledge

Strong communication

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

It's fun to work in a company where people truly BELIEVE in what they're doing! We're committed to bringing passion and customer focus to the business.

Key Responsibilities

Quality & Food Safety Monitoring

• Perform in-process quality checks (e.g., weights, pH, temperature, net content, appearance, packaging integrity).
• Verify CCPs, operational PRPs, and other critical control steps as defined in the HACCP plan.
• Conduct allergen verifications, metal detector checks, ATP/environmental swabbing, and sanitation verification.
• Ensure product labeling and coding meet specification and regulatory standards.

Documentation & Records Management

• Accurately record data on production and QA forms in real time.
• Review and verify batch records, pre-op inspections, and line clearances.
• Support document control processes and assist in updating SOPs and QA programs.

Microbiological & Analytical Testing

• Collect product and environmental samples for microbiological, chemical, and physical testing.
• Prepare and ship samples to internal or third-party labs according to protocol.
• Assist with shelf-life studies and sensory evaluations as needed.

Compliance & Continuous Improvement

• Support internal audits, GMP inspections, and regulatory or customer visits.
• Identify and communicate non-conformances or process deviations to QA Management.
• Assist in root cause analysis, corrective actions, and verification of effectiveness.
• Participate in ongoing training and improvement initiatives to enhance food safety culture.
• Follow all plant safety, GMP, and hygiene protocols.
• Maintain clean and organized QA work areas.
• Report any unsafe conditions or behaviors immediately.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Understanding of HACCP, GMPs, and food safety fundamentals is preferred.
• Familiarity with USDA, FDA, and SQF or other GFSI standards is preferred.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy in documentation.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand, walk, and perform repetitive tasks for extended periods.
• Lift up to 40 lbs as needed.
• Work in cold or hot production environments 30°F - 90°F.
• Wear PPE as required (smocks, gloves, hairnets, etc.).

Artisan Kitchens is a premier co-manufacturer of refrigerated and frozen pre-cooked egg bite and omelet products for leading branded and private label Retail, Club, and Foodservice customers nationwide. The company operates a medium-scale production facility in Newberry, SC and employs a full-time staff of ~170 salaried and hourly employees.