Quality Line Technician (3rd Shift)

ALAMANCE FOODS INC; Graham (NC); On-site; USD 19,000 - 27,000; Full time

Job summary

Alamance Foods, Inc. is seeking a Quality Line Technician to perform in-line inspections and help ensure product quality and food safety. You will monitor critical control points, document results, and assist with line startups and CAPA actions.

The role requires a high school diploma, 1+ year related experience, and knowledge of GMPs/HACCP. Work environment is manufacturing with exposure to varying temperatures and moving equipment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• 1+ year of experience in manufacturing, quality, or production environment.
• Basic knowledge of GMPs and food safety practices.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to identify defects or inconsistencies.
• Ability to accurately record and communicate data.

Responsibilities

• Perform in-line quality checks on products across aerosol, pops, and beverage lines.
• Monitor CCPs including fill weights, temperatures, seal integrity, and product appearance.
• Accurately document quality checks, inspections, and test results.
• Identify and escalate quality concerns or deviations to Quality and Production leadership.
• Verify labeling, coding, and packaging meet required specifications.
• Support root cause investigations and corrective actions (CAPA) as needed.
• Assist with line startups, changeovers, and product validation processes.
• Ensure compliance with GMPs, HACCP, SQF standards, and all food safety requirements.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area in accordance with safety and quality standards.
• Support internal audits, inspections, and regulatory visits.

Skills

Quality inspection

Data recording

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: DC1 Cedar Crest - Graham, NC 27253

Position Type: Full Time

Salary Range: $16.50 Hourly

Job Shift: 3rd Shift | 11PM - 7AM

Company Background

Alamance Foods, Inc. is a leading supplier of whipped dairy products and a growing manufacturer in the food and beverage industry. We produce, package, and ship private-label products customized to meet customer needs, including aerosol whipped creams, flavored beverages, freeze pops, and bottled water. Our team is committed to innovation, food safety, and continuous improvement across all operations.

Position Opportunity

The Quality Line Technician plays a critical role on the production floor, ensuring product quality and food safety in real time. This position is responsible for performing in-line inspections, monitoring quality standards, and supporting production teams to maintain compliance with company specifications and regulatory requirements.

This role works cross-functionally with Quality, Production, and Food Safety teams to ensure consistent product output and support continuous improvement initiatives.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Perform in-line quality checks on products across aerosol, pops, and beverage lines
• Monitor critical control points (CCPs) including fill weights, temperatures, seal integrity, and product appearance
• Accurately document quality checks, inspections, and test results
• Identify and escalation quality concerns or deviations to Quality and Production leadership
• Verify labeling, coding, and packaging meet required specifications
• Support root cause investigations and corrective actions (CAPA) as needed
• Assist with line startups, changeovers, and product validation processes
• Ensure compliance with GMPs, HACCP, SQF standards, and all food safety requirements
• Maintain a clean and organized work area in accordance with safety and quality standards
• Support internal audits, inspections, and regulatory visits

QualificationsRequired:

• High school diploma or equivalent
• 1+ year of experience in manufacturing, quality, or production environment
• Basic knowledge of GMPs and food safety practices
• Strong attention to detail and ability to identify defects or inconsistencies
• Ability to accurately record and communicate data

Preferred:

• Experience in food or beverage manufacturing
• Familiarity with HACCP, SQF, or similar food safety systems
• Previous QC or QA experience in a production setting

Work Environment

• Manufacturing environment with exposure to varying temperatures (hot and cold)
• Requires standing, walking, bending, and lifting up to 50 lbs
• Must be comfortable working around moving machinery and production lines
• Required to follow all PPE and safety guidelines

Equal Employment Opportunity

Alamance Foods, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate based on age, race, color, creed, religion, disability, gender, national origin, veteran status, or any other protected status under applicable law. We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations throughout the hiring process and during employment.