Quality Assurance Technician (3rd Shift)

Sandridge Crafted Foods; Medina (OH); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Quality Assurance Technician for the 3rd shift. In this pivotal role, you will monitor food safety and quality assurance initiatives while ensuring compliance with USDA and FDA regulations. Your expertise in HACCP and quality assurance techniques will be vital in maintaining the integrity of ready-to-eat products. This position offers a dynamic work environment where you will collaborate with various departments and regulatory inspectors to foster continuous improvement. If you are passionate about food safety and quality, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma required; Associates Degree in relevant fields preferred.
• HACCP and ServSafe certifications are advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Guide compliance with USDA/FSIS & FDA regulations for food production.
• Conduct daily sanitation inspections and implement quality assurance programs.
• Support food safety initiatives across departments.

Skills

Food Safety Regulations

Quality Assurance Techniques

HACCP

Sanitation Inspections

Organoleptic Testing

Process Control Audits

Education

High School Diploma

Associates Degree in Culinary Arts

HACCP Certificate

ServSafe Certification

Job description

Quality Assurance Technician (3rd Shift)

Medina, OH 44256, USA Req #1905

Friday, February 14, 2025

Purpose

This position provides monitoring and guidance for food regulatory, food safety and quality assurance initiatives while reinforcing the Sandridge Core Values. The Quality Assurance Technician works under the direction of the Quality Assurance Manager to support the Company’s standards for product quality and integrity.

Responsibilities

• Provide guidance for specific USDA/FSIS & FDA Regulations applicable to the production of Ready-to-Eat Fresh Salads and Entrées (HACCP, SSOP, Net Weights, & Pre-requisite Programs).
• Perform daily pre-operational facility and equipment sanitation inspections.
• Implement quality assurance techniques and programs that assure finished product 100% First Time Quality (i.e. raw material and finished product organoleptic testing, process control audits and laboratory analytical testing – titratable acidity, pH and moisture evaluations).
• Periodic interaction with the on-site Regulatory USDA/FSIS Inspectors.
• Review for accuracy and completeness daily documents generated during the production processes and procedures.
• Provide food safety and quality assurance guidance and support for all external multi-functional departments.
• Fosters continuous improvement efforts.
• Must be willing to work different shifts from week to week in support of co-workers scheduled vacations and leave of absences.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma.
• Associates Degree or greater with concentration in Culinary Arts, Food Nutrition, Food Science, or Microbiology preferred.
• HACCP Certificate – supported by the International Alliance (USDA Products) preferred.
• ServSafe Certification preferred.
• Previous experience in a food service or food manufacturing facility preferred.