Quality & Food Safety Technician

niagarawater; Stockton (CA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 43,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Parental leave

Medical insurance

Dental

Vision

401(k) with company match

Health Savings Account

Flexible Spending Accounts

Mental health support

Fertility benefits

Life & AD&D

Disability insurance

Job summary

Niagara is seeking a QA Technician to execute Food Safety, Quality and Laboratory requirements across our plant. You will work under the QA Manager and support batch testing, calibrations, and in-process sampling.

Responsibilities include maintaining GMP compliance, identifying deviations, documenting results, and collaborating with HACCP and safety teams; lifting up to 50 lbs; 12-hour rotating shifts; opportunity to contribute to product quality.

Qualifications

• Must read, write and communicate in English.
• Must be able to work 12 hour shift (days or nights) on a rotating schedule
• Must follow GMP Policy - wear company issued shirt, hat, safety glasses, earplugs and hairnet in production areas.
• Able to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Able to work under pressure in a very fast paced environment

Responsibilities

• Ensure all parameters of food safety and quality are being adhered to and maintained throughout the facility.
• Assist with batching chemicals/ingredients for production.
• Calibrate lab and line equipment for accurate results.
• Collect in-process and finished product samples.
• Conduct standardized qualitative and quantitative testing to ensure it meets specifications.
• Perform aseptic testing for microbial contamination.
• Follow protocols for documenting testing results.
• Recognize deficiencies and initiate proper follow-up.
• Identify and isolate product that does not meet standards.
• Aid in troubleshooting deficiencies and non-conformances.
• Review food safety and quality records.
• Actively participate in plant teams (HACCP, Safety, etc.)

Skills

English proficiency

Education

High school diploma

Associate's degree

Job description

Niagara is seeking a QA Technician to execute Food Safety, Quality and Laboratory requirements across our plant. You will work under the QA Manager and support batch testing, calibrations, and in-process sampling.

Responsibilities include maintaining GMP compliance, identifying deviations, documenting results, and collaborating with HACCP and safety teams; lifting up to 50 lbs; 12-hour rotating shifts; opportunity to contribute to product quality.