FSQA Technician

Position Overview

The Quality Assurance Technician supports daily operations by monitoring product quality, verifying process accuracy, and ensuring compliance with established food safety standards. This role plays a central part in testing, documentation, internal audits, and maintaining product integrity from start to finish.

Schedule

- 2nd Shift: 1:30 PM - 10:30 PM ( Monday - Friday)

- 3rd Shift: 9:00 PM - 5:30 AM (Sunday-Thursday)

Key Responsibilities

- Collect, evaluate, and document product samples according to established requirements.

- Maintain accurate records of all testing and analytical findings; immediately report any deviations to the QA Supervisor.

- Track, organize, and communicate data trends to leadership.

- Inspect incoming raw materials and participate in investigations related to product concerns or non-conformance issues.

- Assist with internal audits and support audit readiness across the facility.

- Host visitors, including customer representatives and regulatory auditors, ensuring compliance and professionalism.

- Verify that products are processed in alignment with HACCP, HARPC, and internal food safety programs.

- Report any potential food safety issues without delay.

- Support corrective action processes and contribute to updates or improvements within the food safety system.

- Assist with the creation, review, and maintenance of SOPs, food safety documentation, and other controlled records.

- Demonstrate initiative, strong follow-through, and a commitment to continuous improvement.

- Manage time effectively to meet deadlines and prioritize daily tasks.

- Maintain cleanliness and adhere to facility safety expectations.

- Uphold excellent attendance and reliability.

- Complete additional tasks as needed to support the QA department.

Required Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

- Certifications in SQF, HACCP, and GMP strongly preferred.

- Proficiency in basic computer applications, including Word and Excel.

- Strong ability to plan ahead, organize tasks, and manage short-term project timelines.

- Capable of providing direction, offering feedback, and contributing to team performance when needed.

- Balanced approach to maintaining safety, quality, efficiency, and communication.

- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-moving environment.

- Strong communication skills with the ability to clearly share information related to food safety and quality standards.

- High attention to detail and thoroughness.

- Willingness to adjust work schedule based on operational demands.

- Effective interpersonal skills when dealing with internal teams or external visitors.

Physical Requirements & Work Environment

- Work will be performed in both an office setting and on the production floor, which is a cold, wet environment maintained at approximately 35°F.

- Must be comfortable working in refrigerated conditions for extended periods.

- Role involves standing for long periods, repetitive bending, and frequent lifting of 10-35 lbs., with occasional lifting up to 45 lbs.

- Certain areas may require pushing or pulling up to 250 lbs. on rollers.