Quality Technician – Food & Beverage GMP (3rd Shift)

Kerry Group; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 39,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid time off

401(k) with company contributions

Employee Share Plan

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Kerry Seattle facility is seeking a Quality Technician to ensure products meet quality, food safety, and regulatory requirements throughout manufacturing. You will inspect raw materials, monitor processes, and document results in a fast-paced environment.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field and 2–3 years of quality experience, with HACCP/SQF training and SAP/Office proficiency preferred. Shift is 5:30pm–3am; competitive benefits and growth opportunities provided.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Food Science, Biology, Microbiology, or Chemistry or related experience.
• 2–3 years in quality in food, pharma or chemical production preferred.
• Trained in HACCP and SQF principles ideal.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office and SAP.
• Knowledge of FDA, Local, State, Federal regulations for manufacturing.

Responsibilities

• Perform pre-operational inspections to verify clean, sanitary startup readiness.
• Conduct quality inspections of raw materials, in-process products, and finished goods.
• Monitor production processes for food safety, quality, and regulatory compliance.
• Document inspection/test results and maintain quality records; report issues.
• Conduct GMP, sanitation, and environmental monitoring audits.
• Support investigations, corrective actions, and continuous improvement.
• Collaborate with Production, Maintenance, and Operations to maintain quality.
• Follow safety policies, procedures, and regulatory standards.

Skills

HACCP training

SQF principles training

Resource prioritization

Interpersonal communication

Training needs analysis

Confidentiality handling

Safety compliance knowledge

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Food Science, Biology, Microbiology, or Chemistry

Tools

Microsoft Office

SAP

Job description

Kerry Seattle facility is seeking a Quality Technician to ensure products meet quality, food safety, and regulatory requirements throughout manufacturing. You will inspect raw materials, monitor processes, and document results in a fast-paced environment.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field and 2–3 years of quality experience, with HACCP/SQF training and SAP/Office proficiency preferred. Shift is 5:30pm–3am; competitive benefits and growth opportunities provided.