Quality Technician — 4‑Day Week, 2nd Shift (4pm–2:30am)

Kerry; Owatonna (MN); On-site; USD 29,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

4 Day Work Week

Shift 2nd: 4pm-2:30am

Benefits package

Job summary

Kerry's Owatonna, MN facility is seeking a Quality Technician to help ensure product safety, quality and regulatory compliance on the production floor. You'll sample, inspect and test materials and finished products, document results, support GMP/HACCP programs, and collaborate with cross-functional teams.

A HS diploma is required; 1 year of manufacturing experience preferred; SAP/MS software experience helpful.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalency required, Associates of Science or higher degree and/or 2 years of related experience preferred.
• At least 1 yr. of food or chemical manufacturing experience
• Prior training in HACCP, SQF, CGMP's preferred.
• Utilization of SAP, MS products and/or other manufacturing software.
• Ability to read, understand and follow laboratory, physical testing protocols and methods.
• Ability to work in a potentially dusty, temperature controlled, manufacturing environment.
• Strong attention to detail and recordkeeping skills.
• Positive attitude and ability to work well with others.
• Commitment to food safety, quality, and continuous improvement.
• Flexibility to support training or coverage across shifts as needed.

Responsibilities

• Sample, inspect and test raw materials and finished products to ensure quality standards are met.
• Document results and maintain accurate quality records.
• Review and disposition non-conforming products.
• Conduct environmental monitoring and laboratory testing.
• Calibrate laboratory equipment and maintain supplies.
• Prepare and ship product samples to customers and other Kerry facilities.
• Support food safety, GMP, HACCP, allergen, regulatory, and customer requirements.
• Assist with quality investigations, special projects, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Communicate quality concerns and work closely with production and leadership teams.

Skills

Quality sampling

Documentation

Attention to detail

Cross-functional teamwork

Problem solving

Continuous improvement

Communication

Flexibility

Education

Associates degree or higher

Tools

SAP

MS Office

Job description

Kerry's Owatonna, MN facility is seeking a Quality Technician to help ensure product safety, quality and regulatory compliance on the production floor. You'll sample, inspect and test materials and finished products, document results, support GMP/HACCP programs, and collaborate with cross-functional teams.

A HS diploma is required; 1 year of manufacturing experience preferred; SAP/MS software experience helpful.