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# Quality Assurance Technician

- **Company:** Firehook of Virginia, Inc.
- **Location:** Chantilly, VA, United States
- **Experience:** Starter
- **Salary:** $41,600.0 - $52,000.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Microsoft Excel, Software Quality Assurance (SQA)
- **Published:** June 21, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=4db9aa6dfb809245

## About the Role

Do you have experience in Visual inspection for quality control?, Do you have a High school diploma or GED?, * High school diploma or equivalent.

 * Bilingual (English/Spanish) required.
 * 1-3 years of experience in a food manufacturing or bakery QA/QC role (preferred).
 * Basic familiarity with FDA, FSMA, HACCP, and food safety documentation.
 * Strong organizational and observational skills.
 * Comfortable working in a fast-paced, hands-on production environment.
 * Proficient in Microsoft Excel and able to learn digital QA tools (e.g., SafetyChain or similar).
 * Detail-oriented and passionate about food quality and safety.
 * Able to lift, pull, push up to 50 lbs., stand for extended periods, and work in a production environment.

Preferred (But Not Required) :

 * Experience with artisan or baked goods
 * HACCP & GMP experience or relevant food safety training, * Are you proficient in Microsoft Excel

Experience:

 * QA/QC: 1 year (Required)
 * Food safety: 2 years (Required)

Language:

 * Spanish (Required)
 * English (Required)

## Description

The QA Technician will be responsible for monitoring and verifying food safety, quality control procedures, and regulatory compliance throughout the production process. This role plays a critical part in upholding our brand's commitment to delivering premium artisan crackers, ensuring that every batch meets or exceeds internal and external quality standards., * Perform and document routine quality checks on raw materials, in-process goods, and finished products.

 * Monitor and enforce Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs) and HACCP protocols.
 * Conduct daily inspections of production lines, sanitation processes, and packaging operations.
 * Manage and maintain QA documentation, including SSOPs, checklists, moisture and Colorimeter logs, and temperature records.
 * Calibrate and use QA equipment (e.g., moisture analyzers, thermometers, scales) with accuracy.
 * Assist with internal audits and third-party inspections (e.g., Organic, Kosher, Non-GMO, SQF).
 * Support non-conformance investigations, corrective actions, and product holds as needed.
 * Communicate quality issues promptly to the production and management teams.
 * Participate in training staff on QA protocols and food safety best practices.


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