Quality Technician

BB Nash; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 40,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

BB Nash is seeking a Quality Technician to ensure products and processes meet food safety and quality standards. This hands-on role collaborates with production and leadership to perform quality checks, monitor safety requirements, and elevate concerns when standards are not met.

The successful candidate will actively promote FSQA culture, align with continuous improvement, and contribute to proactive problem-solving across the plant.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• 2+ years of quality experience in food or beverage manufacturing.
• Knowledge of GMP, HACCP, and food safety practices.
• Experience performing quality checks and completing documentation.
• Ability to read and understand work instructions, procedures, and quality docs.
• Ability to clearly communicate and escalate quality concerns.
• Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills.
• Basic computer skills.
• Flexibility to support different areas, schedules, and needs.

Responsibilities

• Perform in-process and finished product quality checks.
• Inspect product, packaging, labels, and lot codes.
• Monitor GMP, HACCP, allergen, and food safety requirements.
• Verify required food safety and CCP checks.
• Immediately communicate and escalate quality or safety concerns.
• Maintain accurate and audit-ready records.

Skills

Quality experience

Strong communication

Teamwork

Problem-solving

Education

High school diploma

Job description

Shift: This position will initially train on 1st shift and will transition to 2nd shift after training. Candidates must be available and willing to work both shifts as required during the training and transition period.

Role Summary

The Quality Technician helps ensure products and processes meet food safety and quality standards. This hands-on role works closely with production and leadership to perform quality checks, monitor food safety requirements, and promptly elevate concerns when standards are not met.

We are looking for an experienced, proactive, and flexible team member who is confident speaking up and taking action. As BB Nash grows, this role will help strengthen our FSQA culture and promote shared ownership of food safety and quality across the plant.

What It Takes to Succeed

• Strong food manufacturing quality experience

• Commitment to food safety and quality

• Proactive approach to identifying issues

• Confidence to speak up and elevate concerns

• Strong communication and teamwork skills

• Ownership, accountability, and follow-through

• Flexibility to support changing priorities and operational needs

• Willingness to learn and grow with the company

Core Responsibilities

Quality & Food Safety: Ensure products and processes meet standards.

• Perform in-process and finished product quality checks

• Inspect product, packaging, labels, and lot codes

• Monitor GMP, HACCP, allergen, and food safety requirements

• Verify required food safety and Critical Control Point (CCP) checks

• Immediately communicate and expedite quality, food safety, or process concerns

Documentation & Compliance: Maintain accurate and audit-ready records.

• Complete quality logs and required documentation accurately

• Maintain product and ingredient traceability

• Document product holds, deviations, and corrective actions

• Support audits, investigations, and root cause activities

FSQA Culture & Partnership: Promote food safety and quality across the plant.

• Maintain an active and visible presence on the production floor

• Reinforce food safety and quality expectations

• Work closely with production and leadership to address quality concerns

• Provide real-time feedback and accelerate concerns when standards are not met

• Promote shared ownership of food safety and quality across teams

• Help strengthen FSQA practices as the company grows

Continuous Improvement: Help strengthen our FSQA program.

• Proactively identify and communicate opportunities for improvement

• Participate in training and skill development

• Support FSQA and operational improvement initiatives

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required

• 2+ years of quality experience in food or beverage manufacturing required

• Knowledge of GMP, HACCP, and food safety practices

• Experience performing quality checks and completing documentation

• Ability to read and understand work instructions, food safety procedures, product specifications, and quality documentation

• Ability to clearly communicate and accelerate quality, food safety, and operational concerns

• Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills

• Basic computer skills

• Flexibility to support different areas, schedules, and operational needs

Development Opportunity

• Build technical food safety and quality skills

• Gain experience with audits, investigations, and problem-solving

• Help strengthen FSQA programs and processes

• Build experience for future growth opportunities within FSQA

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods

• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.

• Ability to bend, reach, and perform routine inspection activities

• Ability to work in varying temperatures and food manufacturing conditions

Work Environment

• Food manufacturing and warehouse environment with strict GMP and food safety standards

• PPE required in production areas

• Exposure to production equipment, forklifts, noise, and varying temperatures

• Movement between production and warehouse areas as needed

• Restrictions on jewelry, artificial nails, and similar items in production areas

• Smoke-free campus; no smoking permitted on company property