Quality Tech 1

ofi; Edenton (NC); On-site; USD 49,084,000 - 53,038,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Vacation time from Day 1

Paid Sick Leave

Company Paid Holidays

401K Match on Day 1

Career Growth and Learning

Job summary

ofi is a global leader in food & beverage ingredients and solutions, headquartered with a facility in Edenton. The Quality Tech 1 role supports the Quality Management Team by performing tests, inspections, and documentation to ensure product safety and compliance, while training staff and assisting with corrective actions.

The position emphasizes on-site work, adherence to GMPs, and a focus on peanuts with allergen awareness.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Work independently in the absence of supervision.
• Must be able to sit and/or stand for extended periods.
• Role performed on site at a facility processing peanuts; allergy considerations are present.

Responsibilities

• Train Quality Tech employees in procedures and duties.
• Evaluate performance of Quality Tech staff.
• Prepare and complete quality and production forms, labels, and data entry accurately.
• Conduct standardized tests of peanut ingredients and report concerns to Quality Management Team.
• Inspect incoming peanuts, packaging, and ingredients to ensure standards are met.
• Assist in Root Cause Analysis and Corrective Actions as directed.
• Document data entry of quality tests and results; notify supervisor of defects.
• Review quality and production documentation to ensure parameters are met.

Skills

Verbal and written communication

Independent work

Stamina

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Description

ofi is a global leader in food & beverage ingredients and solutions. Through our core ingredient platforms that we’re known for globally – cocoa, coffee, dairy, nuts, and spices – we partner with food and beverage manufacturers, retailers, and foodservice operators worldwide to help meet evolving consumer needs. With deep roots in origin countries and close relationships with farmers, we help deliver quality, traceability, transparency, and resilient supply chains. By combining sourcing expertise, market knowledge, innovation, and technical capabilities, we create value for customers while driving positive impact for people and the planet. Together, ofi employees advance our Purpose: to be the change for good food and a healthy future.

Position Summary

ofi values in-person collaboration with colleagues – employees are expected to work their specific work schedule on site at their ofi location. Reporting to the Olam Edible Nuts Food Safety & Quality Manager, the Quality Tech 1 will work in all quality areas, assist filling in for other Quality positions as needed, perform duties and responsibilities with minimal supervision.

What You’ll Do – Position Responsibilities

• Must be able to train Quality Tech employees in Quality procedures and job duties.
• Evaluate job performance of Quality Tech employees.
• Must be able to prepare and complete all Quality and Production forms, labels, and data entry in a consistent and accurate manner.
• Conduct standardized tests of peanut ingredients to verify compliance with specifications as required for the quality of the product and report any concerns to the Quality Management Team.
• Conduct and document inspections on incoming peanuts, packaging, and ingredients to ensure compliance with standards and specifications.
• Assist in performing Root Cause Analysis and Corrective Actions as required and directed by the Quality Management Team.
• Records and completes documentation and data entry of quality test, test procedures, and results. Must notify Supervisor or Quality Management Team of any defects.
• Assist in reviewing quality and production documentation to ensure that all parameters are met and the required checks, signatures, initials, requirements for analysis are completed properly.
• While performing these duties, the employee will be required to smell and taste samples of peanut products to ensure they meet specifications.
• Assist with review, interpreting, and communicate information received on certificates of analysis (COA) from laboratories utilized for analytical and microbiological testing, completing documentation as necessary.
• Assist with executing and completing product COAs.
• Assist with executing and completing environmental testing / analysis and completing documentation of tests and results as well as implementing and executing corrective actions.
• Sets up, adjusts, and operates laboratory equipment, and instruments such as but not limited to colorimeters, scales, moisture analyzers, and sieve shakers.
• Will be expected to clean and sanitize equipment/instruments and will maintain general housekeeping duties.
• All employees are directly responsible for the Quality of products produced by ofi-Olam Edible Nuts. Each employee must perform their job function in accordance to Employee Safety requirements, Food Safety Plan, Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs), and Sanitation expectations.
• Must follow safe work practices and comply with all company, federal and state rules and regulations which apply to the job, including but not limited to, right to Know, emergency evacuation, electrical safety, confined space, blood borne pathogens, and lockout/tagout, and GMPs.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Experience You’ll Bring – Role Requirements

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED); or one to three months related experience or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Work independently in the absence of supervision, ensuring that all tasks are completed.
• Must be able to sit and/or stand for extended periods of time.
• This role is performed on site at a facility that regularly processes peanuts. Employees in this position will routinely work in areas where peanuts and related allergens are present and may be exposed by contact or in the air. Reasonable accommodations may be available to enable qualified individuals to perform the essential functions of the role.

Note: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Employees may perform other related duties as required to meet the ongoing needs of the organization

Comprehensive & Affordable Benefits

Coverage for you (and your eligible dependents) with plans designed for peace of mind and savings for the future.

A Culture of Well-being

Paid Volunteer time off, access to events, resources, and learning opportunities that inspire physical, social, emotional, and financial well-being for you and your family.

Family Support

Paid parental leave, Fertility benefits and lactation support, including milk shipping for traveling employees.

Additional Perks That Make a Difference

• Vacation time from Day 1 – Your time off starts accruing immediately, growing with your tenure.
• Paid Sick Leave – Rest, recover, and return strong – with paid sick leave on ofi.
• Company Paid Holidays – ofi values work-life balance and the importance of celebrating life's special moments.
• 401K Match on Day 1 – Invest in your future with our competitive retirement savings program.
• Career Growth and Learning – Join a company committed to developing talent, fostering innovation, and creating meaningful opportunities.

The pay for this role ranges from $17.13/hr and is based on position responsibilities and geographic location. Actual pay within this range may be determined based on the candidate's experience, qualifications, and/or other determining factors.

Equality of Opportunity

ofi provides equality of opportunity for all persons with respect to hiring without discrimination on the grounds of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, pregnancy, age, disability, veteran status, or sexual orientation. All employment will be decided on the basis of qualifications, merit and business need. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, you may contact us for support at: [email protected]

At ofi, we celebrate our diversity and are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace.