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# QA Technician

- **Company:** Sugar Foods LLC
- **Location:** Villa Rica, GA, United States
- **Salary:** $35,360.0 - $37,440.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Outlook, Computer Literacy, Qad
- **Published:** May 19, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=a4738bfe949a07b5

## About the Role

Must be able to read, write, and speak English. Be able to communicate effectively with Q.A. Manager.

 * Help the Q.A. Manager in sampling of special cases for proper determination of defect and the disposition.
 * 1 year experience in QA and laboratory environment preferable.
 * Must be able to complete QA paperwork accurately.
 * Work in an industrial environment, and handle nontoxic food products.
 * Excellent written, laboratory, and communication skills required
 * Able to use scientific calculator.
 * Able to wear all required safety equipment.
 * Ability to work on a regular and reliable basis and work overtime as weekends as needed.
 * Assist QA Manager where necessary in research and development.
 * Must be computer proficient i.e., Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook and willing to learn ERP & QAD.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS & WORK ENVIRONMENT (required to perform essential duties and responsibilities):

Must be safety conscious and possess the understanding of safety rules and be aware of safe and unsafe conditions.

 * Knowledge of laboratory test equipment.
 * Ability to make decisions concerning work problems not covered by specific procedures, rules, and precedents.
 * Ability to interface with Production employees.
 * Must be able to bend, lift, stoop and move in a safe and alert manner.
 * Must be capable of standing/walking 100%
 * Must be able to lift 25 pounds on occasion

## Description

physical audits, that product specifications are met to produce a wholesome and desirable product which conforms to customer specifications., *
Reads and accurately interprets daily production samples

 * Prepares customer and lab samples. Retained sample analysis of previous day's production
 * Conducts daily product in house cutting and cook off evaluation
 * Calibrates and operates all testing equipment
 * Conducts salt, moisture, spice analysis, inspects and analyzes incoming raw materials, in process blends and finish product produced
 * Sends monthly target sample to customer as requested
 * Verifies all packaging attributes
 * Conducts pre-operational swabbing for all equipment
 * Maintains all QA files and retains samples
 * Relieve production employees as needed
 * Must always keep work area clean and work in a safe and accident-free manner
 * Adheres to company policies, procedures, GMP/SOP's, Code of Safe Practices, and Lockout/Tagout/ Blockout Procedures.
 * Maintains a quality-oriented attitude in the workplace
 * Works effectively with workers in a constructive and positive manner
 * Listens to and objectively considers ideas, and suggestions from others


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