Seasonal Quality Technician

Wawona Frozen Foods, Inc.; Fresno (CA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Medical, Dental, Vision,  

Generous 401k with Company Match

Paid Holidays

Vacation and Sick Time

Wawona Wednesday's, End of Season App.

You'll have the opportunity to work...

Job summary

Wawona Frozen Foods, Inc. is seeking a Quality Technician to verify product conformance with SOPs and support quality feedback across departments. The role involves CCP checks, paperwork, and working with multiple teams to uphold safety and food-safety standards.

Candidates should have 0-2 years in manufacturing or QC, strong communication, and a proactive attitude. Location involves Cedar/Alluvial facilities with benefits and growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• 0-2 years' experience in a manufacturing or similar setting.
• 0-2 years' experience in Quality Control or related field.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Understand and follow GMP, HACCP, Food Safety, Food Defense and SQF procedures.

Responsibilities

• Active participation in safety program to maintain a healthy, injury-free environment.
• Complete required paperwork and perform CCP checks.
• Follow GMP, HACCP, Food Safety, Food Defense and SQF policies and procedures.
• Wear all required personal protective equipment.
• Perform quality checks such as pit checks, grading checks, or other required checks in Repack or Fruit Cup departments.
• Be CCP trained with ability to perform metal detector and magnet checks.
• Use computer systems, including the CDB inventory system.
• Place product on hold when it is out of grade or other reasons.
• Collect micro samples per SOPs to prevent contamination.
• Inspect systems, equipment, and components and report findings to lead or supervisor.

Skills

Communication

Listening

Work ethic

Self-motivation

Teamwork

Punctuality

Attendance

Color coding

Tools

CDB inventory system

Job description

WAWONA FROZEN FOODS

ABOUT THIS COMPANY

We pride ourselves on being family-owned and operated and treating our employees like family. Working at a company where safety and quality are top priorities. Every day, Wawona Frozen Foods' commitment to excellence justifies its reputation for delivering superior quality, value, and service. Wawona's state-of-the-art production methods and facilities ensure consistent high-quality products - all while maintaining the highest food safety standards as required by the USDA and state regulators.

ABOUT THIS ROLE

The role of a Quality Technician with Wawona Frozen Foods will require the ability to conduct a variety of verifications as stated in our SOPs with the goal of ensuring that the product meets minimum standards. Including, proficiently filling out required paperwork, and performing CCP checks. They will work in close communication with department lead and/or supervisor as well as other departments to provide sufficient quality feedback.

DUTIES INCLUDE

• Active participation in Wawona Frozen Foods safety program to maintain a healthy and injury-free environment.
• Participate in training and company meetings to facilitate individual and company growth.
• Follow all GMP, HAACP, Food Safety, Food Defense, and SQF policies and procedures.
• Wears all required personal protective equipment.
• Accountable for performing quality checks such as pit checks, grading checks or required checks in Repack or Fruit Cup departments.
• CCP trained with ability to perform metal detector and magnet checks.
• Ability to use computer, including CDB inventory system.
• Ability to place product on hold when product is out of grade or other.
• Ability to collect micro samples while preventing contamination by following SOPs.
• Inspects systems, equipment, and components to identify hazards and reports findings to lead or supervisor.

REQUIREMENTS

• 0-2 years' experience working in a manufacturing or similar setting.
• 0-2 years' experience working in Quality Control or related field.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Excellent listening skills and strong communication skills
• A strong work ethic and a can-do attitude
• Self-motivated and self-starter
• Ability to work with various employees and employee levels while building rapport and respect.
• Must be punctual and regular attendance is required.
• Understand and follow all color-coding rules as stated in procedures for utensils, containers, and other equipment.

LOCATION

• This position will work out of our Cedar or Alluvial location.

BENEFITS

• Competitive Medical, Dental, Vision, ADD, Life, FSA and DCAP Benefit Options
• Generous 401k with Company Match
• Paid Holidays
• Vacation and Sick Time
• Wawona Wednesday's, End of Season Appreciation Events, T-shirts and Hats, Employee of the Month
• You'll have the opportunity to work with great people and make a real impact - while being your unique, authentic self at work

WHY SHOULD YOU APPLY

• We learn together. We believe in supporting all employees with all the training, resources, and tools to be successful. We invest in our people, we learn together, we take the time to train, and we grow together. We celebrate OUR people and want each employee to have a long career with Wawona Frozen Foods.
• We focus on building and keeping relationships, going above and beyond, and offering world-class service. Empowering each team member to make Wawona Frozen Foods better every day, come up with improvements and suggest suggestions, and help us be innovative. We are proud of our history and want to continue to leave a legacy.
• Wawona Frozen Foods promotes a work environment that encourages problem-solving, collaboration, and a culture of growth. We roll up our sleeves, we get dirty, we exemplify true grit, and we support each other because we truly care about our people.
• We pride ourselves on having a diverse team matching our diverse product base. We have an inclusive culture where different professional and personal perspectives, ideas, and suggestions are respected and welcomed.
• We pride ourselves on the fast-paced environment that our season creates, and we recognize that if it was not for our people working hard that we would not be as successful.
• We strive to deliver the best fruit products available and to be a valued partner in every one of our customer's successes.
• We take the time to build a relationship with our customers and make sure we are producing and delivering the best products specific to your needs.

PHYSICAL AND/OR MENTAL DEMANDS

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to:

• Work in an environment where there can be medium to loud noise and in cold temperatures.
• Stand and walk, feel, reach with hands and arms. Occasionally requested to sit and talk or hear.
• A fast-paced environment that requires high attention to details and minimal down time.
• Occasional lifting and transporting of moderately heavy objects, such as buckets of fruit, boxes, pails, etc. Lifting requirement: Must be able to lift up to 40 lbs. independently.
• Other duties as assigned requiring repetitive tasks, duties, or assignments such as sorting, packing, stacking, or cutting.
• Work flexible/varying schedules to support the team, customers, and deadlines.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include peripheral vision and ability to see all colors.
• You will be regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts, extreme cold, and vibration. Exposure to cleaning products and agents for the sanitation of equipment and machinery regularly.
• Wear appropriate personal protection equipment and adhere to dress code as outlined for working in a food manufacturing facility.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Applicants must be fully authorized to work in the U.S. and physically be in the U.S.

Wawona Frozen Foods is an equal opportunity employer and considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, gender, age, color, religion, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other protected factor.