Quality Technician - 1st shift

Carl Buddig & Company; Montgomery, City of Rochester (AL, IL, NY); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in meat manufacturing is seeking a Quality Assurance Technician to ensure product quality and compliance. This role involves conducting audits, maintaining documentation, and monitoring production areas for adherence to safety standards. Join a family-owned company with a legacy of quality and innovation, where your contributions will support a culture of teamwork and community engagement. Enjoy competitive pay, benefits, and opportunities for career growth in a supportive environment that values creativity and collaboration.

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Paid Time Off

401K

Training Opportunities

Education Reimbursement

Employee Referral Bonus

Qualifications

• Responsible for conducting audits and maintaining quality documentation.
• Ensures adherence to quality specifications and conducts inspections.

Responsibilities

• Perform audits for compliance with quality and safety standards.
• Document findings and report deficiencies to management.
• Guide associates on quality best practices.

Skills

Quality Assurance

HACCP

Documentation

Data Entry

Sanitation Practices

Education

High School Diploma

Certification in Quality Assurance

Job description

Job Details

Location Montgomery - Montgomery, IL	Position Full Time
Salary Range $18.50 per hour	Shift 1st
Category Manufacturing & Operations

Description

About Us: Carl Buddig and Company has a legacy of over 80 years in the meat manufacturing industry. We are a family-owned business that produces premium meat products, including lunchmeats, cooked meats under Kingsford, LLC, and snack meats from Old Wisconsin. With a workforce of 2,500 across Illinois, Wisconsin, and Indiana, we focus on quality, innovation, and community engagement.

We foster a culture of teamwork and innovation, valuing creativity and collaboration. Our community support includes charitable initiatives and partnerships. Join us where tradition meets innovation, and our passion for quality meat is matched by our commitment to our people and communities.

Position Summary:

The Quality Assurance Technician is responsible for performing duties accurately, thoroughly, and safely. This includes conducting audits (pre-operational and operational), maintaining documentation, and ensuring adherence to specifications.

Key Responsibilities:

• Perform audits to ensure compliance with quality, HACCP, SQF, and SSOP requirements.
• Complete paperwork and document findings and corrective actions.
• Inspect and verify Critical Control Points (CCPs).
• Monitor GMPs in production areas.
• Collect samples for lab analysis.
• Perform routine data entry with accuracy.
• Report deficiencies or product failures to the QA Manager and relevant departments.
• Maintain a clean and sanitary work environment.
• Understand the responsibilities of all direct reports, including Line Packers, Team Leaders, and Packaging Material Handlers.
• Inspect Hold items for proper disposition.
• Assist Operations during staffing challenges, possibly working on the production line.
• Guide line associates on quality best practices.

Why BUDDIG? What We Offer:

• Competitive pay and benefits, including Medical, Dental, Vision insurance.
• Paid Time Off & Vacation.
• 401K, training, and development opportunities.
• Career growth paths.
• Education reimbursement.
• Employee referral bonus program.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and support protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. Discrimination based on pay inquiries or disclosures is prohibited by law, with specific exceptions outlined by 41 CFR 60-1.35(c).