Sr. Food Safety and Quality Technician

Ocean Spray Cranberries; Kenosha (WI); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Bonuses/Short-Term Incentives

Flexible scheduling

Vacation pay

Education assistance

LinkedIn Learning

Tuition/education assistance

Parental leave

Job summary

Ocean Spray Cranberries in Wisconsin is seeking a Sr. Food Safety and Quality Technician to ensure production quality through testing, analysis, and FSQA program leadership. You will assist QA leadership, monitor processes, and drive improvements using SPC tools across 24/7 operations.

The role requires a science-related degree and 1–3 years in production or lab settings; HACCP/PCQI certifications are a plus. A comprehensive benefits package and growth opportunities are offered.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required
• Bachelor's Degree or Associates Degree in Science related field preferred
• 1–3 years production/manufacturing experience OR 2+ years lab technician experience
• Food/beverage industry experience a plus
• Strong mathematical ability and analytical skills required
• HACCP, PCQI, and Internal Auditing Certification preferred

Responsibilities

• Provide quality testing, analysis, and review to ensure production quality
• Assist QA Manager and QA Engineer with monitoring and analysis
• Lead technician team to implement quality programs 24/7
• Drive daily problem solving and process improvement using SPC tools
• Develop and maintain FSQA documentation and participate in training
• Promote and support FSQA program initiatives in the plant

Skills

Quality testing

Analysis

Record-keeping

FSQA practices

Leadership

SPC tools

Communication skills

Training

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Science-related field

Associates degree in Science

Tools

Microsoft Word

Email/Office software

Job description

Ocean Spray is hiring for a(n) Sr. Food Safety and Quality Technician! We’re a team of farmers, thinkers, creators, and doers. Whatever your title, whatever your role — it always comes back to this: we’re a farmer-owned co-op where everyone rolls up their sleeves to get the job done. Three maverick farmers started it all — and we’ve been making our own way ever since.

The Sr. Food Safety & Quality Technician will be responsible for ensuring quality in the plant environment. You will provide quality testing, analysis, and review to ensure production quality. You will also support manufacturing teams in quality system training, record-keeping, and maintenance of FSQA practices. Additionally, you will provide expertise on FSQA subjects and promote programs for the plant.

A Day in the Life...

• Responsible for providing assistance to the Quality Manager and the Quality Engineer with all aspects of monitoring and analysis.
• Performs the tasks/functions of a Quality Technician while providing leadership to the technician team to assure regulatory, company standards, and quality programs are in-place and implemented within a teamwork environment working 24/7.
• Works closely with operations and performance excellence, using applicable SPC tools and other electronic systems, to drive daily problem solving and process improvement.
• Has a drive for development in Quality Systems both functional and documentation (electronic) and the ability to lead in quality training, record keeping, and maintenance of the food safety and quality practices within the plant.
• Working closely with the QA Manager and Quality Engineer, this position pursues resolution of food safety and quality concerns.
• Actively supports and promotes food safety and quality program initiatives within the plant environment.

What We Are Looking For

• High School Diploma or GED required
• Bachelor's Degree or Associates Degree in Science related field preferred
• 1 - 3 years prior production/manufacturing experience OR 2+ years relevant lab technician experience
• Food/beverage industry experience a plus
• Requires good mathematical ability to perform quality related calculations, good analytical skills, and effective interpersonal communication skills to work constructively in a team environment
• Requires good computer, Word processing, and email skills
• Must be detail oriented and have the ability to meet deadlines and accomplish tasks accurately while working under pressure
• Ability to recognize trends, situations and risks to product quality or food safety, and to timely and properly communicate those findings
• HACCP, PCQI, and Internal Auditing Certification preferred

Education

High School Diploma or GED (Required) Bachelor's or University Degree (Preferred)

Work Experience

At least 1 Year of Experience

Benefits

• Complete insurance package on Day-1 that includes a plethora of health and wellness programs
  • Health, Dental, and Vision insurance
  • Health savings account
  • Flexible spending account
  • Life and accident insurance
  • Employee assistance program
  • Telehealth services
  • 1:1 health coaching
  • Supportive benefits for all the stages of your life
• 401(k) with up to 6% Company matching; additional potential discretionary match at year-end
• Short-Term Incentive/Performance bonuses
• Flexible scheduling options
• Vacation pay, up to three weeks of time (pro-rated for your first year of employment)
• Holiday pay for 12 holidays
• Career development and growth opportunities
• Tuition/Education assistance programs
• Access to LinkedIn Learning
• Scholarship programs for children of employees
• Parental leave
• Bright Horizons Family Solutions – Back-up care, tutoring, etc.
• Adoption assistance
• Bereavement leave
• Up to $300 fitness reimbursement
• Up to $300 massage reimbursement
• Employee appreciation events
• Employee discounts
• Charitable giving

Who We Are

You might have our iconic cranberry juice in your fridge or have gotten into heated holiday debate about what’s better - canned or fresh cranberry sauce. But did you know that the hardworking people growing the superfruit in our products are 700 family farmers that own our cooperative? They entrust us with what is most precious to them to create new and innovative products that will delight consumers and grow this beloved brand today and into the future.

Team Members, Farmers, Consumers And Communities Alike--we Value What Makes Us Unique And Strive To Connect Our Farms To Families For a Better Life By Living Our Values

• Grower Mindset – We embrace our grower-owners innovative spirit and heritage through confidence, learning and focus on the future.
• Sustainable Results – Guided by purpose, we are focused on delivering results for our grower-owners.
• Integrity Above All – We are ethical, doing the right thing for our grower-owners, customers, consumers and each other
• Inclusive Teamwork – We build diverse and inclusive teams that strengthen our cooperative.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.