Quality Assurance Technician — Food Safety & Packaging

Amcor; Kentucky; On-site; USD 26,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Amcor is seeking a detail-oriented Quality Assurance Technician to support our manufacturing operations by monitoring product quality, food safety, and compliance standards.

This role works closely with production teams to ensure products meet customer specifications while supporting our commitment to safety, quality, and continuous improvement. The starting rate of pay is $19.00 per hour, with a range up to $23.50 per hour, depending on knowledge, skills and experience.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently and make sound decisions.
• Basic computer proficiency.
• Manufacturing or quality experience preferred.
• Experience in plastics, packaging, food safety, or QA environments is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Perform product inspections and quality testing throughout production.
• Monitor manufacturing processes and identify quality concerns.
• Maintain quality records and documentation.
• Manage non-conforming material and product hold activities.
• Verify corrective actions and support root cause investigations.
• Support food safety, GMP, and quality system requirements.
• Assist with audits, continuous improvement initiatives, and regulatory compliance.

Skills

Attention to detail

Independent work

Basic computer skills

Manufacturing or QA experience

QA environments

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Amcor is seeking a detail-oriented Quality Assurance Technician to support our manufacturing operations by monitoring product quality, food safety, and compliance standards.

This role works closely with production teams to ensure products meet customer specifications while supporting our commitment to safety, quality, and continuous improvement. The starting rate of pay is $19.00 per hour, with a range up to $23.50 per hour, depending on knowledge, skills and experience.