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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Quality Assurance (QA) Technician - **Company:** Kettle Cuisine, LLC - **Location:** Everett, WA, United States - **Experience:** Experienced - **Salary:** $49,920.0 - $54,080.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Microsoft Access, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft PowerPoint - **Published:** June 4, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.kettlecuisine.com/join-our-team/quality-assurance-qa-technician/574 ## About the Role * 2-year technical degree or 4-year college program in Food Science, Quality or related field or equivalent combination of education and experience. * Strong knowledge and understanding of HACCP and USDA/FDA regulations * HACCP certification preferred. Inventory and database management experience preferred. * Ability to identify and create processes and write procedures. * Ability to respond to common inquiries or complaints from customers, regulatory agencies, or of the business community. * Excellent computer skills in Microsoft Word, Works, Excel * Thrives in a challenging, entrepreneurial atmosphere; open to change and creating change. * Computer skills - extensive knowledge of MS Office Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access) and an email system., * Ability to multitask with an extremely high level of attention to detail. * Excellent interpersonal skills, team player, generates enthusiasm, and builds effective working environment. * Strong communication skills, both oral and written. * Positive attitude and motivated by contributing to the overall success of the team * Able to develop strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders * Creative problem-solving skills * Obsessive attention to detail, well organized, and able to juggle many projects at once * Comfortable moving at a fast pace and in ambiguous environments * Passionate about food * Willing to address difficult situations head-on with patience and respect ## Description Ensures all records pertaining to HACCP, Pre-requisite programs, and SSOPs are reviewed for accuracy and any deficiencies are identified Supply ordering for quality-related equipment, supplies, and services. Reporting of internal and external Quality and Production-related metrics., * Perform analytical testing including but not limited to pH, sodium, color, drain weight, water activity. brix & moisture. * Performs verification of food safety and quality checks established in the KC-Everett Plant's HACCP/FSMA and Preventive Control Programs. * Ensure Food Safety and Regulatory compliance of sanitation practices. Provide on the floor QA support to help with the investigation and troubleshooting of any food safety * quality, or process control related issues. * Assists QA management in the collection of data for the purpose of improving products and systems as necessary as it relates to food safety and quality (Statistical Process Controls) * Ensure work areas on the floor follow plant GMP requirements and meet all local, state and federal regulations. * Perform verification system checks to ensure sanitation systems are on track including daily pre- operational sanitation checks (inspections, APC, ATP, and Environmental monitoring.) * Assist QA and R&D as needed during special batch runs. * Assist QA and Operations in conformance checks of ingredients, packaging, and finished product to ensure they meet established specifications. * Work in a safe manner and follow all Kettle Cuisine standards, along with Federal, State, and Local regulations for occupational safety. * Assist QA and site in accomplishing the KC-Everett Plant and QA departmental goals and objectives., * Model and support Kettle's Core Values and safety culture * Create a culture of accountability & performance * Drive a focus on quality and continuous improvement * Plan work, track results and resolve variances LEVEL OF RESPONSIBILITY * Works with little supervision, but work is reviewed. Exercises discretion within areas of responsibility. * Recommends actions and alternatives to supervisor and others. * Position has little to no contact with customers. * Position makes indirect contribution to efforts that generate moderate levels of revenue. * Decisions or actions may have a moderate impact on other departments and/or external relationships of the organization. Errors are usually detected after the fact and may result in moderate interruption and delays in work output., Kettle Cuisine takes the utmost pride in its people, products and reputation. Each employee is expected to understand and live our Core Values every day. * Honor Food - We create and produce the best tasting, safest, all-natural recipes that strive for perfection in every batch, from bench to kettle * Honor Each Other - We seek to develop trusting, respectful and mutually rewarding relationships with all our team members and business partners * Honor Development - We recognize and nurture each other's talents, strengths and interests in order to further strengthen and grow our team * Honor Innovation - We continually strive for creative and sustainable ways to achieve excellence Americans with Disabilities Act Kettle Cuisine complies with all aspects of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and state disability laws. This means we will not discriminate against qualified individuals with a disability in any phase of the employment relationship including application for employment, hiring, promotions and/or advancement opportunities, termination, compensation, training and any other conditions or privileges of employment. Core Values Kettle Cuisine takes the utmost pride in its people, products and reputation. Each employee is expected to understand and live our Core Values every day. Honor Food - We create and produce the best tasting, safest, all natural recipes that strive for perfection in every batch, from bench to kettle Honor Each Other - We seek to develop trusting, respectful and mutually rewarding relationships with all our team members and business partners Honor Development - We recognize and nurture each other's talents, strengths and interests in order to further strengthen and grow our team Honor Innovation - We continually strive for creative and sustainable ways to achieve excellence ## Related Videos - [How I Built QA from Scratch in a Scaling Startup - no fluff real life story](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/2041-how-i-built-qa-from-scratch-in-a-scaling-startup-no-fluff-real-life-story) - [Developing the Rich Text Editor for DeepL.com](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1172-developing-the-rich-text-editor-for-deepl-com) - [In-depth .NET Azure Functions: Isolated mode, performance and durable AI agents](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100207-in-depth-net-azure-functions-isolated-mode-performance-and-durable-ai-agents) - [Blazing Accessibility Basics](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/568-blazing-accessibility-basics) - [How to build the best Food service in the world](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/520-how-to-build-the-best-food-service-in-the-world) - [From Syntax to Singularity: AI’s Impact on Developer Roles](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/900-from-syntax-to-singularity-ai-s-impact-on-developer-roles) ## Related Articles - [How to Write a CV and Interview if You Don't Fully Qualify For The Job](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/183-how-to-write-a-cv-and-interview-if-you-don-t-fully-qualify-for-the-job) - [Learning Kubernetes made easy with KubeCampus](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/348-learning-kubernetes-made-easy-with-kubecampus) - [Starter Kit For Job Applications For Developers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/7-starter-kit-for-job-applications-for-developers) - [Best Coding Boot Camps in Germany](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/237-best-coding-boot-camps-in-germany) - [7 Important Tips That Every Software Developer Should Know](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/101-7-important-tips-that-every-software-developer-should-know) - [Highest Paying Tech Companies for Developers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/220-highest-paying-tech-companies-for-developers)