Quality Specialist

PGI Foods; Lowell (MA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with Company Match

Medical, Dental, Vision & Life

Paid Time Off

Employee Assistance Program

Tuition Reimbursement

Career Growth Opportunities

Supportive Culture

Job summary

PGI Foods in Lowell, MA is looking for a Quality Assurance Specialist to ensure that every batch of soups, sauces, and specialty food products meets the highest standards. You will perform quality inspections, conduct sensory evaluations, and maintain compliance with food safety standards.

This full-time role offers a competitive pay of $20.00–$25.00 per hour with a day shift schedule, comprehensive benefits including a 401(k) with company match, medical, dental, and life insurance, paid time

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Degree in Food Science or Culinary Arts is a plus.
• Previous Quality Assurance or Quality Control experience preferred.
• Experience with soups, sauces, or similar food products is highly preferred.
• Knowledge of HACCP, SQF, GMPs, or other food safety programs is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Perform quality inspections and testing on food products.
• Measure product characteristics including consistency and pH.
• Conduct sensory evaluations for taste, texture, and aroma.
• Document quality testing results and maintain records.
• Identify product non-conformances and communicate findings.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Communication

Problem-solving

Education

High school diploma or GED

Degree in Food Science or Culinary Arts

Tools

HACCP

SQF

GMPs

Job description

Position Overview

Now Hiring: Quality Specialist

Lowell, MA $20.00–$25.00 per hour (DOE) Full-Time | Day Shift | 6:00 AM – 4:00 PM

Help Produce Food You Can Be Proud Of

Do you have a passion for food quality and food safety? Are you detail-oriented and enjoy working in a fast-paced manufacturing environment?

PGI Foods is looking for a Quality Assurance Specialist to join our growing Quality Assurance team. In this hands-on role, you'll help ensure every batch of our soups, sauces, and specialty food products meet the highest standards for taste, consistency, safety, and quality before it reaches our customers.

If you're looking for a stable career with a growing company that invests in its employees, we'd love to meet you!

Why You'll Love Working at PGI Foods

• Competitive Pay: $20.00–$25.00/hour (DOE)
• Day Shift Schedule
• 401(k) with Company Match
• Medical, Dental, Vision & Life Insurance
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Career Growth Opportunities
• Supportive, Team-Oriented Culture

What You'll Do

• Perform quality inspections and testing on soups, sauces, and specialty food products before packaging.
• Measure product characteristics including consistency, pH, particulate distribution, and other quality standards.
• Conduct sensory evaluations for taste, texture, aroma, and appearance.
• Accurately document quality testing results and maintain production records.
• Identify product non-conformances and communicate findings to production leadership.
• Assist with root cause investigations and corrective actions.
• Partner with Quality Assurance, R&D, and Production teams to improve product consistency and manufacturing processes.
• Monitor quality trends and report potential issues before they impact production.
• Help maintain compliance with food safety and quality programs.

What We're Looking For

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Degree in Food Science, Culinary Arts, or a related field is a plus.
• Previous Quality Assurance or Quality Control experience in food manufacturing preferred.
• Experience working with soups, sauces, or similar food products is highly preferred.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Excellent communication and problem-solving abilities.
• Knowledge of HACCP, SQF, GMPs, or other food safety programs is a plus.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced production environment.
• Fluent in English; bilingual English/Spanish is a plus.

Why This Role Matters

Every product that leaves our facility represents the PGI Foods brand. As a Quality Assurance Specialist, you'll play a critical role in protecting product quality, maintaining food safety standards, and ensuring customers receive products they can trust.

PGI Foods is an Equal Opportunity Employer and welcomes applicants from all backgrounds.

Pay Range

USD $20.00 - USD $25.00 /Hr.