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# QA Technician (Salinas, CA)

- **Company:** Greengate Fresh Lllp
- **Location:** Salinas, CA, United States
- **Experience:** Experienced
- **Salary:** $38,022.0 - $38,605.0
- **Contract:** Temporary contract
- **Skills:** BASIC (Programming Language), Desktop Computing, Tablet Computers
- **Published:** June 29, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=85b43014044f19b5

## About the Role

Do you have experience in Mechanical valves?, Do you have a Bachelor's degree?, * 2-3 years of experience in the field or in a related area

 * Bachelor's degree in Chemistry preferred, or other applicable field

Essential Abilities

 * Punctual
 * Team player
 * Critical thinking
 * Technical aptitude - computers, tablets, meters
 * Mechanical aptitude - pumps, valves, basic physics
 * Mathematics - algebra at minimum
 * Responsible, high regard for human safety & food safety
 * Bilingual preferred (English/Spanish)
 * Travel required between Salinas, CA and Yuma, AZ a plus but not required

Physical Requirements

 * Prolonged standing
 * Ability to perform physical activities such as, but not limited to, lifting equipment (up to 25 lbs), bending, kneeling, crouching, standing, climbing or walking.
 * Hand dexterity and strength.

Work Environment

 * Work performed outdoors and indoors in a refrigerated (33 - 39F) production environment

## Description

This position is responsible for the physical and chemical properties of compounds using quantitative analyses in physical, organic, or inorganic chemistry. Performs a variety of chemical tests and is knowledgeable with instrumental techniques. Prepares materials for laboratory examination. Has knowledge of commonly-used concepts, practices and procedures within the chemical field. Relies on instructions and pre-established guidelines to perform the functions of the job. Works under immediate supervision and reports to Quality Assurance Supervisor and Food Safety/Quality Assurance Manager. Highly qualified employees needed for this position as they will be responsible for the safety of the product and employees., * Be on constant alert and observation on appropriate chemical levels in all wash lines while in operation.

 * Change and or repair parts for the chemical system (with help from Maintenance team if necessary).
 * Manage preventive maintenance program for chemical system.
 * Generate reports for chemical deviations, sensor calibrations, sensor replacement, daily reports.
 * Maintain, program, and adjustment Walchem chemical injection controllers and pumps.
 * Troubleshoot and diagnose any electrical, mechanical and/or communication issues that arise between wash lines, controllers and chemical injection systems.
 * Constantly cross reference their records with QAs on the floor
 * Maintain constant communication with QAs and production to make injection adjustments to the line with immediacy. This largely dependent on the production run.
 * Assist technicians & QA with laser verifications
 * Assist quality control department with basic QA technician functions.
 * Other duties and responsibilities as assigned by Quality team and management


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