QA Technician - 3rd Shift
About this role
Key Responsibilities:
- Conduct routine quality checks on raw materials, in-process products, and finished goods to ensure compliance with company and regulatory standards.
- Monitor and document production processes, including weight, temperature, and packaging inspections.
- Perform GMP (Good Manufacturing Practices) audits and enforce food safety protocols throughout the facility.
- Collect and analyze samples for microbial, moisture, and other quality testing.
- Assist in investigating and documenting deviations, non-conformances, and customer complaints.
- Work closely with production staff to address quality issues and implement corrective actions.
- Maintain accurate and organized quality records, reports, and documentation.
- Assist in audits, inspections, and compliance programs such as HACCP, SQF, and FDA regulations.
- Ensure adherence to sanitation and allergen control procedures.
- Support continuous improvement initiatives to enhance product quality and food safety.
Qualifications & Requirements:
- Strong attention to detail, problem-solving skills, and ability to work independently.
- Comfortable working in varying temperatures, including hot and cold environments.
- Ability to work flexible hours, including weekends and some holidays.
- Basic computer skills for data entry and documentation.
- Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
- Previous QA experience in a food manufacturing environment preferred.
- Knowledge of food safety regulations (HACCP, FDA, SQF, GMPs) is a plus.
Physical Requirements:
- Ability to stand for long periods and perform repetitive tasks.
- Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. as needed.
- Comfortable working in a fast-paced production setting.
Benefits:
- Health, dental, and vision insurance.
- Paid time off and holiday pay.
- 401K
- Opportunities for growth and advancement within the company.
If you are a motivated and quality-driven individual looking for an opportunity in the food manufacturing industry, apply today to join our team!
Company at a glance
Alpha Baking Company, Inc. was established in 1979 with the acquisition of the Mary Ann Baking Company in Chicago. Founded in 1935, Mary Ann is best known for the ever-popular Chicago style poppy seed hot dog bun. In 1981, Alpha Baking purchased S. Rosen’s Baking Company, a Chicago staple and baker of Jewish hearth rye breads and variety rolls since 1909. Through the years, Alpha Baking has continued to grow with the acquisition of Kreamo Bakers in South Bend, Indiana in 1979, National Baking Company in Chicago, Illinois in 1997, and Natural Ovens Bakery in Manitowoc, Wisconsin in 2007.
For decades, food industry leaders have called on Alpha Baking Company, Inc. to craft solutions to complex and unique baking projects. Our modern, high-production facilities link old-world knowledge and baking experience with today’s technology. If you have a special need, we can bring you a level of experience, responsiveness, and technical expertise that is unmatched in the baking industry. Let us customize your foodservice operation with our extensive par-baked and frozen programs.
Top Benefits
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Paid time off
- Holiday pay
- 401k
- Opportunities for growth and advancement
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