Quality Assurance Technician — 2nd Shift (Onsite)

Hemplers; Ferndale (WA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with company match

Life Insurance

Wellness Program

Employee Discount

Growth opportunities

Job summary

Hempler’s in Ferndale, WA is seeking a Quality Assurance Technician for the 2nd shift to safeguard product quality from raw materials through finished goods, ensuring GMP and HACCP compliance. Responsibilities span sampling, testing, documentation, and process control, with training and support across QA activities.

The role requires 3+ years in quality control within food manufacturing, strong problem solving, and the ability to lift 60 lbs.

Qualifications

• High School or equivalent preferred.
• 3+ years of progressive responsibility in a quality control role, preferably in a food manufacturer.
• Organized, efficient and detail oriented.
• Able to establish priorities, yet flexible as required.
• Understands confidentiality and computer literacy (MS Office, Excel, Ross).
• Experience with GMP and HACCP compliance activities.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, maintain, and verify quality control weight and fill charts.
• Collect and test raw material, in-process, and finished product samples.
• Perform laboratory analyses per written specifications and QA procedures.
• Calibrate and standardize testing equipment (pH, AW meters, moisture balance, scales).
• Maintain testing logs, calibration records, and retain samples.
• Conduct labeling, coding, and packaging inspections.
• Enforce GMP, HACCP, sanitation and food safety programs.
• Identify and upscale out-of-tolerance conditions to Production and QA leadership.
• Stop, hold, divert, or retain products when quality standards are not met.
• Support corrective actions and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Monitor employee hygiene and sanitation practices.
• Provide guidance and training on QA procedures.
• Interact with customers as needed in coordination with the Quality Control Manager.

Skills

Quality control

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Problem solving

Teamwork

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

MS Office

Excel

Ross ERP

Job description

Hempler’s in Ferndale, WA is seeking a Quality Assurance Technician for the 2nd shift to safeguard product quality from raw materials through finished goods, ensuring GMP and HACCP compliance. Responsibilities span sampling, testing, documentation, and process control, with training and support across QA activities.

The role requires 3+ years in quality control within food manufacturing, strong problem solving, and the ability to lift 60 lbs.