Quality Process Owner: Food Safety & Lab Testing

Fresh Express; Salinas (CA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Fresh Express is seeking a Quality Process Owner to perform product quality and Food Safety performance tests across line and lab environments. The role emphasizes accurate measurements, proper labeling, and timely release of products for production continuity.

The position requires lifting up to 65 pounds, standing all shift, working in cold conditions, and handling chemicals. Shifts include overtime, weekends, and holidays to support plant operations.

Qualifications

• Basic math skills including addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, percentages and simple formulas.
• Able to accurately use a calculator.
• Stand for long shifts (8 hours or more) and perform repetitive motions.
• Must lift 15 to 65 pounds and move boxes as needed.
• Work in a noisy, wet, cold environment (30–34°F).
• Able to work with chemicals used in processing and make decisions.
• Flexible for any shift including overtime, weekends, and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Conduct quality and food safety tests on line and in lab to ensure compliance.
• Evaluate raw materials, moisture, temperature, weights, O2 levels and blend ratios.
• Analyze microbial samples and environmental swabs per SOPs and customer specs.
• Document findings and support lab and floor activities as needed.
• Assist with cross-training and coverage during breaks and holidays.

Skills

Math skills

Calculator use

Stamina

Lifting 15–65 lbs

Climb stairs

Work in cold environment

Chemicals handling

Shift flexibility

Job description

Fresh Express is seeking a Quality Process Owner to perform product quality and Food Safety performance tests across line and lab environments. The role emphasizes accurate measurements, proper labeling, and timely release of products for production continuity.

The position requires lifting up to 65 pounds, standing all shift, working in cold conditions, and handling chemicals. Shifts include overtime, weekends, and holidays to support plant operations.