Quality Control Technician

Young Again Pet Food; Stacy (MN); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading pet food manufacturer as a Quality Control Technician in Stacy, MN. In this full-time role, you'll uphold product quality standards through inspections and testing. Enjoy a supportive environment with training opportunities and a 3-day weekend. Ideal for detail-oriented individuals looking to make a difference in pet nutrition.

Benefits

Paid holidays and vacation

Medical, dental, and life insurance

401(k) plan with company match

Opportunity for training and career development

Qualifications

• Previous Quality Control experience is a plus, but not required.
• Comfortable with hands-on work in a production/manufacturing setting.

Responsibilities

• Ensure products meet required specifications, including density, color, moisture content, and weight.
• Maintain cleanliness of QC areas and promote a safe work environment.

Skills

Attention to Detail

Teamwork

Job description

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Stacy, MN | On-Site

What You’ll Do

The Quality Control Technician plays a crucial role in upholding Young Again’s standards for safe, high-quality pet food products. In this position, you will be responsible for implementing and maintaining our Quality Control (QC) guidelines, ensuring that all products meet internal and customer specifications. You’ll coordinate and document inspections, testing, and corrective actions across a variety of ingredients and finished goods. You’ll work hands-on with production staff, conduct lab testing, and serve as a key contributor to our food safety and regulatory compliance processes.

This is a full-time, in-person role based in Stacy, MN. Hours are Monday through Thursday from 6:00 AM to 4:00 PM. Enjoy a 3-day weekend.

Key Responsibilities

Product Testing & Inspection:

• Ensure products from packaging lines meet required specifications, including density, color, moisture content, and weight.
• Perform product testing in line with company and customer standards.
• Verify accuracy of packaging, including UPC codes, co-dates, and label details.
• Collect, label, and store final product samples; send to outside labs when required.
• Analyze and collect raw ingredient samples; submit to labs if needed.
• Investigate customer complaints and coordinate resolutions.
• Notify the Plant Manager of non-conforming product, initiate holds, and await instructions.
• Assist with maintaining detailed QC documentation, logs, and reporting.

Sanitation & Support:

• Maintain cleanliness of QC areas.
• Collaborate with employees to promote a safe and high-quality work environment.

Communication & Compliance:

• Exercise clear, professional communication and sound judgment.
• Follow established QC protocols and procedures.

Please note: This job description is not exhaustive; additional responsibilities may be assigned.

Qualifications

• Previous Quality Control experience is a plus, but not required. We will train the right person.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to follow standardized procedures.
• Comfortable with hands-on work in a production/manufacturing setting.
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment.
• Must work on-site in Stacy, MN.

Physical Demands:

• Requires standing for long periods and mobility within the production and QC areas.
• Occasional lifting and manual sampling required.
• Basic use of a computer for documentation.
• $18-$22 – dependent on experience and qualifications
• Paid holidays and vacation
• Medical, dental, and life insurance
• 401(k) plan with company match
• Opportunity for training and career development

As part of the Young Again family, we support three unique pet food brands: Pretty Bird International, Young Again Pet Food, and Kenzen Koi. We manufacture a wide range of high-quality pet foods, including formulas for reptiles, parrots, small animals, cats, and dogs. Our team is dedicated to safety, quality, and customer satisfaction.

Our Values

Heart for Pets & People: We lead with empathy and care for pets and their families.

Feed Our Curiosity: We embrace curiosity and continuous learning.

Serving with Care & Kindness: We prioritize exceptional service and compassion.

Transparency: We believe in honest, clear communication in everything we do.

Trust in Nature: We respect nature’s role in optimal pet nutrition.

This position is not eligible for Visa Sponsorship. Young Again Pet Food and its affiliated brands are equal opportunity employers and do not tolerate any form of discrimination. The responsibilities and statements listed above reflect the general nature of this role and are subject to change based on company needs.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Quality Assurance

• Industries

  Pet Services

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