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 Ins.

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Tuition Reimbursement

Career Growth Opportunities

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Team-oriented culture

Job summary

PGI Foods in Lowell, MA is hiring a Quality Assurance Specialist for the day shift. You will perform quality inspections on soups, sauces, and specialty products and document results to ensure safety and consistency before packaging.

Ideal candidates have a high school diploma or GED, a related degree is a plus, and QA/QC experience in food manufacturing is preferred. English fluency is required, with Spanish a plus. PGI Foods offers growth opportunities and a team-focused environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Degree in Food Science, Culinary Arts, or related field preferred.
• Experience in QA/QC in food manufacturing preferred.
• Experience with soups, sauces, or similar products preferred.
• Attention to detail and organizational skills.
• English fluency; Spanish bilingual a plus.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication

Problem solving

Fluent English

Bilingual English/Spanish

Education

High school diploma or GED

Degree in Food Science or Culinary Arts

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 Specialistto 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 meets 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.

If you're passionate about quality, enjoy working as part of a team, and want to build a long-term career in food manufacturing,

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

Pay Range

USD $20.00 - USD $25.00 /Hr.