2nd Shift QA Technician - Ensure Quality for...
Role details
Job location
Tech stack
Job description
We have an immediate opening for a 2 nd Shift QA Technician to join our client's growing team in Westbrook! This is an exciting chance to work for a specialty food manufacturer known for top -notch products , fun company -wide events , excellent on -site food options , and free products for employees . This position pays $21-$23/hr and is a temp-to-hire opportunity.
This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys hands-on quality work, food science , and a fast -paced environment while partnering across departments to ensure product excellence.
Typical daily duties:
-
Perform sensory and analytical testing on ingredients and product samples; record and analyze results
-
Conduct audits to ensure compliance with food safety, GMP, SQF, and other quality standards
-
Manage daily product controls and sample retention systems
-
Support production with product holds and releases
-
Complete administrative tasks such as data entry (Excel/TGI), equipment calibration, label verification, and organizing samples for external testing
-
Follow GMP, GFSI, and HACCP protocols in all daily activities
Requirements
-
Bachelor's degree in Food Science, Microbiology, Chemistry preferred
-
1-3 years of food industry experience in QA, Operations, or similar function preferred
-
Knowledge of food manufacturing, QA systems, HACCP, SQF, sanitation, allergens, label laws, and GMPs strongly preferred
-
Strong analytical, problem-solving, communication, organization, and computer skills
-
Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook
-
Ability to multitask, stay detail-oriented, and thrive in a fast-paced environment
Benefits & conditions
Pay Rate: $21-$23/hr
Schedule: Monday-Friday - 1pm-9pm (will start at 10a-6pm)
Assignment Length: Temp-to-Hire