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# Quality Assurance Technician

- **Company:** Apple Inc.
- **Location:** Austin, MN, United States
- **Salary:** $46,280.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Computer Literacy, Microsoft Software, Microsoft PowerPoint, Statistical Process Control (SPC)
- **Published:** May 20, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=bc11a8de768743b1

## About the Role

Do you have experience in Statistics?, Do you have a High school diploma or GED?, * High School Diploma required; Bachelor's degree in Food Science and Technology or related field highly desired;

 * Preferred 2-year degree in laboratory science, food technology or related field experience in food quality assurance role(s);
 * Demonstrated knowledge of statistics, SPC fundamentals and laboratory skills;
 * Working knowledge of GMPs, HACCP, Food Safety, SQF requirement;
 * HAACP certification required or the ability to successfully complete;
 * Solid computer proficiency in Microsoft applications such as Excel, Word, and PowerPoint;
 * Excellent verbal, written and presentation communication skills;
 * Ability to function and contribute to a team environment;
 * Bakery or other food industry training is a plus.

## Description

The Quality Assurance Technician performs a variety of quality control tests/inspections at various stages of the process to ensure products are manufactured to conform with all customer and company food safety and quality specifications., * Verify food quality and safety through auditing and reporting. Product is evaluated for flavor, aroma, appearance, and compliance with specifications;

 * Assist in expediting quality assurance tasks by providing help in support of specific projects;
 * Provide training, as necessary, to facilitate food quality and safety, and compliance to specifications;
 * Provide training to employees on the proper disassembling, cleaning, and sanitizing of all food processing equipment;
 * Inspect ingredients, packaging materials, work-in-process, and finished product for compliance with specifications;
 * Identify, isolate, and report poor quality or potentially unsafe food materials;
 * Conduct periodic sanitation audits, GMP inspections, and IDEX testing of cleaned and sanitized equipment;
 * Collect, analyze, and report data;
 * Maintain quality assurance and HACCP data, as directed;
 * Clearly document and communicate all findings;
 * Continuously strive to improve processes to eliminate waste;
 * Audit processes and procedures to ensure food quality and food safety. Verify compliance to specifications, customer requirements and regulatory requirements.
 * Monitor and follow all food safety and quality procedures;
 * Performs other required tasks as assigned.


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