Quality Assurance Technician

Overview

We are seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented Quality Assurance Technician to join our 3rd-shift food manufacturing team in Fort Myers, FL. In this role, you will play a crucial part in ensuring our bakery and sauce products meet strict food safety and quality standards. If you have experience in food production QA and a keen eye for detail, we want to hear from you!

Responsibilities

• Conduct thorough quality inspections of incoming raw materials, in-process bakery/sauce lines, and finished goods (checking weight, size, color, moisture, and packaging/code dates).

• Perform routine analytical testing (pH, salt, Bostwick viscosity) and sensory evaluations to ensure compliance with company specifications.

• Conduct pre-op sanitation inspections and collect environmental, ATP, and microbial swabs.

• Verify HACCP Critical Control Points (CCPs), conduct GMP floor audits, and review incoming Certificates of Analysis (COAs).

• Document inspection results in SAP and IQS, place non-conforming materials on hold, and notify production leadership of any defects.

• Coach and train production team members on quality and food safety standards as needed.

Qualifications

• 1–2 years of experience in a food, beverage, or pharmaceutical manufacturing QA role preferred.

• Strong understanding of GMPs, HACCP, and FDA/USDA food safety standards.

• Proficient with precision measuring instruments and basic computer systems (Excel, Word; SAP or IQS experience is a plus).

• Strong verbal and written English communication skills and basic data analysis ability.

• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs, stand/bend/reach throughout an 8-to-11.5-hour overnight shift, and work comfortably in a refrigerated environment (40°F–45°F).

You should be proficient in:

• Documentation of Non-Conformities
• Food Safety Standards
• Inspection Techniques
• Quality Assurance
• Quality Control Standards
• Testing and Analysis
• Quality Inspection

Machines & technologies you'll use:

• Measurement Equipment
• Testing Equipment
• Precision Measuring Instruments