Quality Technician — Food Safety & Continuous Improvement

Roskam Foods; Kentwood (MI); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision benefits

Tuition reimbursement

Life and disability insurance

401 (k) plan with company match

Job summary

Roskam Foods is a leading contract manufacturer based in Grand Rapids, Michigan. The Quality Technician will monitor product quality, support safety programs, and drive continuous improvement within the plant. The role requires collaboration with production, documentation skills, and knowledge of SQF standards.

The position emphasizes hands-on inspection, data analysis, and adherence to SOPs in a fast-paced manufacturing environment with opportunities for professional development and benefits.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 1+ years of industry experience in quality systems.
• Strong documentation skills.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft software.
• Ability to follow standard operating procedures.
• Interpersonal skills and teamwork.
• Familiarity with HACCP, GMPs and SQF programs.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and maintain key indicators of product quality and safety through inspection and testing.
• Promote food safety and quality programs including HACCP, allergen control, GMPs and traceability.
• Report deviations in quality processes to the Quality Supervisor.
• Collaborate with plant personnel to drive continuous improvement in daily operations.
• Ensure alignment of procedures with quality policy and SQF elements.
• Ensure testing and inspections follow plant quality procedures.
• Develop knowledge of plant floor activities and processes.
• Support maintenance of SQF certification.

Skills

Quality systems

Interpersonal skills

Documentation

MS Office

SOPs

Attention to detail

Education

Two-year or BS degree in scientific field

Tools

Scales

Thermometers

Calipers

Analyzers

Job description

Roskam Foods is a leading contract manufacturer based in Grand Rapids, Michigan. The Quality Technician will monitor product quality, support safety programs, and drive continuous improvement within the plant. The role requires collaboration with production, documentation skills, and knowledge of SQF standards.

The position emphasizes hands-on inspection, data analysis, and adherence to SOPs in a fast-paced manufacturing environment with opportunities for professional development and benefits.