Quality Technician: Food QC & Lab Analyst

HACO CULINARY; Manteno (IL); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

HACO CULINARY in Manteno, IL is seeking a QC Technician to perform hands-on routine and non-routine analysis of raw materials, in-process and finished products to maintain quality and food safety. You will conduct GMP inspections and test core parameters, documenting results in SafetyChain and ensuring specs are met.

Calibration of pH meters, scales, thermometers and viscometers is required, with attention to detailed reporting and adherence to SOPs.

Qualifications

• Degree or Technical background in Food Science, Chemistry, Microbiology, etc. or equivalent work experience.
• Competence in math & analytical calculations.
• Good organization skills & detailed reporting skills.
• Good communication & interpersonal skills.
• Prior experience in food manufacturing environment is an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Perform analytical tests on raw materials & finished products using established procedures.
• Conduct QC tests (pH, viscosity, moisture, salt, etc.) and document results.
• Maintain records in SafetyChain and ensure specification compliance.
• Calibrate equipment (pH meters, scales, thermometers, viscometers).
• Alert production on non-conformances and support root cause analysis.
• Collect samples for micro testing and sensory checks as needed.
• Inspect incoming materials and finished products for conformance.

Skills

Analytical calculations

Organization

Documentation

Communication & teamwork

Attention to detail

Education

Degree or Technical background in Food Science/C Chemistry/Microbiology

Tools

pH meter

Weighing scale

Thermometer

Viscometer

Metal detector

SafetyChain

Job description

HACO CULINARY in Manteno, IL is seeking a QC Technician to perform hands-on routine and non-routine analysis of raw materials, in-process and finished products to maintain quality and food safety. You will conduct GMP inspections and test core parameters, documenting results in SafetyChain and ensuring specs are met.

Calibration of pH meters, scales, thermometers and viscometers is required, with attention to detailed reporting and adherence to SOPs.