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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # QA Technician, 3rd Shift - **Company:** Califia Farms, LLC - **Location:** Bakersfield, CA, United States - **Experience:** Starter - **Salary:** $43,680.0 - $54,080.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Databases, Computer Literacy, IBM Parallel Sysplex, Microsoft Software, GXP - **Published:** June 22, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=6ffaea321cc281d4 ## About the Role Do you have experience in Safety regulations?, * Must read, write and communicate in English. * Must be able to taste all foods with no aversions or allergies. * Must follow GMP Policy - wear company issued shirt, hat, safety glasses, earplugs and hairnet in production areas. * Able to work under pressure in a very fast paced environment * Able to perform root cause analysis. * Able to communicate and work well with people on all levels of the organization. * Able to receive, analyze and report out information efficiently. * Knowledge of Good Laboratory Practices (GLPs) - ability to follow laboratory SOPs. * Knowledge of Good Documentation Practices (GDPs) - ability to keep proper records. * Strong computer literacy - MS applications, databases. * Strong verbal and written communication skills. * Strong analytical skills - ability to analyze large amounts of data and determine deficiencies. * Strong attention to detail and accuracy. * 1-2 years - Experience in food or manufacturing preferred. * Ability to successfully complete and maintain all required equipment-specific training, certifications, and operational qualifications. ## Description The Quality Assurance Technician is responsible for executing corporate and plant specific Food Safety, Quality and Laboratory requirements. Responsibilities: * Ensure product quality and compliance by interpreting manufacturing and engineering requirements and developing, executing, and refining analytical testing methods and procedures. * Develop and maintain quality documentation, including SOPs, work instructions, and QA protocols, ensuring alignment with GMP, GLP, and GDP standards for ESL and aseptic processing. * Collaborate cross-functionally with leadership, production, and maintenance teams to optimize plant performance, improve product quality, and enhance operational efficiency and safety. * Administer and continuously improve the Quality Control program, ensuring products meet established food safety, regulatory, and internal quality standards. * Monitor and achieve internal quality KPIs, maintaining accurate, audit-ready records of inspections, testing results, and compliance activities. * Ensure strict adherence to GMP standards across production and support areas, proactively identifying and addressing compliance gaps. * Oversee sanitation and housekeeping standards within manufacturing and laboratory environments to maintain a clean, organized, and audit-compliant facility. * Drive consistency in quality systems by enforcing established standards, policies, and best practices across all plant operations. * Support continuous improvement initiatives by participating in and facilitating changes to processes, systems, and quality programs. * Assist in training and onboarding of plant personnel on quality procedures, food safety practices, and regulatory requirements. * Communicate effectively with production teams regarding quality performance, deviations, and corrective actions to ensure timely resolution of issues. * Safeguard company assets, including laboratory equipment and PPE, ensuring proper use, maintenance, and accountability. * Maintain a high standard of workplace organization and cleanliness in all assigned areas. * Participate in required company training programs and stay current with industry regulations and best practices. * Perform additional duties as assigned to support quality assurance objectives and overall plant operations. ## Related Videos - [Tackling the Risks of AI - With AI](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1690-tackling-the-risks-of-ai-with-ai) - [Kubernetes and Microservices with Multi-Model Databases](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/382-kubernetes-and-microservices-with-multi-model-databases) - [More efficient software for more efficient microchips](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1164-more-efficient-software-for-more-efficient-microchips) - [Blueprints for Success: Steering a Global Data & AI Architecture](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1577-blueprints-for-success-steering-a-global-data-ai-architecture) - [Fault Tolerance and Consistency at Scale: Harnessing the Power of Distributed SQL Databases](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1146-fault-tolerance-and-consistency-at-scale-harnessing-the-power-of-distributed-sql-databases) - [Branch your database like your code: How schema changes and pull requests go hand in hand](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/350-branch-your-database-like-your-code-how-schema-changes-and-pull-requests-go-hand-in-hand) ## Related Articles - [Software Developer Salary in Switzerland [2023]](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/215-software-developer-salary-in-switzerland-2023) - [Highest Paying Tech Companies for Developers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/220-highest-paying-tech-companies-for-developers) - [Data Analyst Salary in Switzerland](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/276-data-analyst-salary-in-switzerland) - [Now is the time for industrialized software development](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/601-now-is-the-time-for-industrialized-software-development) - [Data Analyst Salary in the UK](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/278-data-analyst-salary-in-the-uk) - [Data Analyst Salary Germany](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/277-data-analyst-salary-germany)