Fsqa technician Job at Ajinomoto Foods North America, Inc. (Portland)

Fsqa Technician

Position will be responsible for ensuring plant sanitary conditions, and that ra...

Location

United States , Toluca

Salary:

23.60 USD / Hour

Ajinomoto Foods North America, Inc.

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

A High School Diploma or its equivalent is desirable
Meaningful education and experience may be substituted for the degree requirement
Sufficiently broad experience in food manufacturing Food Safety and Quality Assurance and/or food plant production operations, processes, and policies to permit execution of assigned duties is strongly desired
Limited food manufacturing experience combined with an appropriate college degree may be considered
Certifications such as HACCP, PCQI, SQF, or through ASQ and other professional quality associations are helpful
Must have keen ability to analyze problems encountered and to make reasonable decisions based on facts/data, procedures, specifications, and experience
Good English communication skills (reading, writing, verbal) are essential
Position requires good organizational, mathematical, and recordkeeping skills
Candidate must have the ability to conscientiously monitor aspects of incoming materials, product production, storage and distribution operations, and ensure that established material specifications, product production, product quality controls and sanitary standards are met
Computer literacy, word processing, and data entry skills are desired

Job Responsibility

Verifies conformance to FSQA and Safe Quality Foods (SQF) requirements in daily production operations
Checks, inspects and investigates to ensure that GMP’s are followed, that sanitary conditions prevail, and that raw and in-process materials and finished products meet company and/or government standards as required
Verifies that the HACCP plan is being followed
Verifies CCPs and CPs through records review or direct observation of production employees that are monitoring and documenting CCPs and CPs
Takes control action (i.e. Hold) when ingredients, product or the manufacturing environment are not within expected specification or standards
Keeps accurate and complete records
Conducts plant testing as required
Audit facility product weight control program as required
Assists in root cause analysis of problems
Recommend solutions and preventive measures in areas involving product quality, raw materials, and sanitation controls

What we offer

regular pay increases at 3, 6, and 12 months provided attendance and performance are in good standing

Fulltime

Fsqa Technician

The FSQA Technician is critical to the food safety of the products being deliver...

Location

United States , Portland

Salary:

22.50 USD / Hour

Ajinomoto Foods North America, Inc.

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily
Must be able to use a computer to perform reporting and record-keeping tasks as well as create reports, presentations, and charts as needed
Bachelor’s Degree (BA or BS) from a four year college or university
or at least two years related experience and/or training
or equivalent combination of education and experience
Experience in employee training and support
attention to detail
familiarity with computers
Punctuality

Job Responsibility

Maintain Food Safety Program: Participate in and report on pre-operational, operational, and facility assessment audits
Carry out line checks and all verification processes
Verify all critical control points, preventive controls, and control points for all processes in accordance with plant HACCP and GMP programs
Assist in the monitoring of raw material and finished product specifications
maintain and report raw material and finished goods “HOLD” tag logs
Carry out microbiological and chemical analytical tests on finished goods, environmental and other contact surfaces
Prepare pre-shipment approval paperwork
Complete all paperwork accurately and timely
Review and modify the HACCP and SSOP programs along with other necessary paperwork
Prepare taste tests for finished goods for sensory evaluation and conduct product consistency evaluations

What we offer

Medical, Dental, Vision insurance on DAY ONE
Company paid STD, LTD, and Life Insurance on DAY ONE
80 hours of vacation and 40 hours of sick time per fiscal year
401(k) Retirement Savings plan that includes company’s matching contributions up to 4.5%
Wellness reimbursement towards gym membership and/or exercise equipment
Referral bonuses totaling $750 when an employee refers someone to work with our company
Quarterly sales of product to employees

Fulltime

Fsqa Technician

Position will be responsible for ensuring plant sanitary conditions, and that ra...

Location

United States , Toluca

Salary:

23.60 USD / Hour

Ajinomoto Foods North America, Inc.

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

High School Diploma or its equivalent desirable
Sufficiently broad experience in food manufacturing Food Safety and Quality Assurance and/or food plant production operations, processes, and policies
Certifications such as HACCP, PCQI, SQF, or through ASQ and other professional quality associations are helpful
Must have keen ability to analyze problems and make reasonable decisions
Good English communication skills (reading, writing, verbal)
Good organizational, mathematical, and recordkeeping skills
Ability to monitor aspects of incoming materials, product production, storage and distribution operations
Computer literacy, word processing, and data entry skills desired
Must be able, both mentally and physically, to do the analytical tests
Requires good eye/hand coordination

Job Responsibility

Verifies conformance to FSQA and Safe Quality Foods (SQF) requirements in daily production operations
Checks, inspects and investigates to ensure that GMP’s are followed, that sanitary conditions prevail, and that raw and in-process materials and finished products meet company and/or government standards
Verifies that the HACCP plan is being followed
Takes control action (i.e. Hold) when ingredients, product or the manufacturing environment are not within expected specification or standards
Keeps accurate and complete records
Conducts plant testing as required
Audit facility product weight control program as required
Assists in root cause analysis of problems
Checks operating procedures and institutes changes
Assists in developing and applying quality controls and related procedures in plant operations

What we offer

Regular pay increases at 3, 6, and 12 months provided attendance and performance are in good standing

Fulltime

Fsqa Micro Technician

Under the direction of the Food Safety & Quality Assurance (FSQA) Manager or Sup...

Location

United States , Carthage

Salary:

Not provided

Ajinomoto Foods North America, Inc.

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

A High School Diploma or its equivalent is desirable
Meaningful education and experience may be substituted for the degree requirement
Sufficiently broad experience in food manufacturing Food Safety and Quality Assurance and/or food plant production operations, processes, and policies to permit execution of assigned duties is strongly desired
Limited food manufacturing experience combined with an appropriate college degree may be considered
Certifications such as HACCP, PCQI, or SQF are helpful
Must have keen ability to analyze problems encountered and to make reasonable decisions based on facts/data, procedures specifications and experience
Fluency in English (reading, writing, and verbal) is required
Good organizational, mathematical, and recordkeeping skills
Ability to conscientiously monitor aspects of incoming materials, product production, storage and distribution operations, and ensure that established material specifications, product production, product quality controls and sanitary standards are met
Computer literacy, word processing, and data entry skills are desired

Job Responsibility

Performs microbiological tests as required
Prepares and maintains necessary records and reports
Collects environmental, ingredient and finished product samples for bacteriological testing
Maintains a current and comprehensive knowledge of microbiological testing and analysis procedures
Conducts or assists with raw material/ingredient hazard analysis and risk assessments
May inspect equipment and facilities for cleaning deficiencies and other food safety issues
Will participate on the positive swab investigative team as the leader, investigator or swab tech
Assists in the training or instruction of laboratory personnel
Responsible for the proper maintenance and operation of all bacteriological equipment, Good Laboratory Practices (GLPs) and maintaining laboratory in a clean, sanitary and unadulterated state
Responsible for updating and maintaining the laboratory manual

Fulltime

Fsqa Microbiology Technician

Under the direction of the FSQA Manager or Supervisor, the Microbiology Technici...

Location

United States , Lampasas

Salary:

Not provided

Ajinomoto Foods North America, Inc.

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

A B.S. degree in Microbiology or Food Technology, Food Science or its equivalent is required
Sufficiently broad experience in food manufacturing Food Safety and Quality Assurance and/or food plant production operations, processes, and policies to permit execution of assigned duties is strongly desired
Limited food manufacturing experience combined with an appropriate college degree may be considered
Certifications such as HACCP, SQF, or through ASQ and other professional quality associations are helpful
Good eyesight is required in order to read micro results and complete pre-operational inspection
Complete understanding of Ajinomoto Windsor Inc., micro lab process is strongly desired
Good English communication skills (reading, writing, and verbal) are essential
Position requires good organizational, mathematical, and recordkeeping skills
Computer literacy, word processing, Excel and data entry skills are required
Must be able, both mentally and physically, to do the analytical tests

Job Responsibility

Performs microbiological tests as required and provides the technological knowledge and skills necessary to the implementation and maintenance of bacteriological testing and quality assurance programs
Collects environmental, ingredient and finished product samples for bacteriological testing as needed
Maintains a current and comprehensive knowledge of microbiological testing and analysis procedures
Conducts or assists with raw material/ingredient hazard analysis and risk assessments that may require microbial analysis, Certificates of Analysis and/or export certification
May inspect equipment and facilities for cleaning deficiencies and other food safety issues
Will participate on the positive swab investigative team as the leader, investigator or swab tech
Will maintain all records required for investigations
Assists in the training or instruction of laboratory personnel, and monitors assigned bacteriological tests
Responsible for the proper maintenance and operation of all bacteriological equipment, Good Laboratory Practices (GLPs) and maintaining laboratory in a clean, sanitary and unadulterated state at all times
Prepares and maintains necessary records and reports and keeps leadership advised on all technical matters within the facility pertaining to microbiological procedures, bacteriological analyses reports, etc

Fulltime

Food Safety and Quality Assurance Technician

Responsible for the quality of processes and product outputs. Activities include...

Location

United States , Newport Palisades

Salary:

19.38 - 29.09 USD / Hour

Sysco

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Formal job training in TQM principles, SPC, HACCP concepts, CFIA/FDA regulations
Formal quality and sensory analysis training
One to 3 years of meat and/or seafood industry experience at a federal CFIA/FDA meat and/or seafood processing plant
Raw meat or seafood industry experience
Demonstrate the ability to write reports, basic business correspondence, as well as to effectively present information and respond to questions from managers
Demonstrate the ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide into all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals
Demonstrate the ability to define problems, collect data and establish facts
Demonstrate the ability to interpret basic technical instructions
Ability to use personal computer, lab equipment, food preparation equipment and office communication equipment
Valid driver’s license

Job Responsibility

Monitor Food Safety & Quality Assurance (FSQA) support/evaluation programs and inspection/audit procedures to ensure compliance of products and processes to corporate and regulatory requirements at a Sysco Specialty Meat and/or Seafood Company
Monitoring of FSQA programs including HACCP Program, sanitation standard operating procedures, pest control, good manufacturing practices, approved supplier program, foreign material control, plant sanitation, chemical control, product quality assurance, FSQA Customer complaints, food defense and security
Assist in Employee Training of FSQA Programs, Policies, and Procedures
Assist in Implementation of Independent FSQA Audit Program – SQF Audits
Assist when necessary for product evaluations, plant visits, and supplier/customer communication to assist other staff members
Assist as needed in any manner capable of during emergencies the plant President or GM (general manager) determines are paramount to the business
Frequently interacts with the following: SSMC/SSSC Personnel, Operations, Sales, Transportation and Maintenance as well as Sysco Operating Companies, and supplier/customer personnel at the line level

Fulltime

Quality Assurance (FSQA) Tech

Monitor, maintain and improve quality control systems to ensure compliance with ...

Location

United States , Demopolis

Salary:

Not provided

Foster Farms

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Must have a high school diploma or equivalent (GED)
1-3 years of experience in food processing
knowledge of USDA regulations, HACCP, GMPs and SSOPs preferred
Must be able to communicate clearly in English (written and verbal)
Must be detail oriented and proficient in mathematics
Proficient on a computer, Excel, Word and Outlook
Must have legible handwriting
Must have good interpersonal skills and communication skills
Must have an overall favorable employment record and attendance record
Must be able to work varying shifts, weekends and holidays as needed

Job Responsibility

Monitor, maintain and improve quality control systems to ensure compliance with company quality standards and USDA regulatory requirements
Provide oversight, training and motivation to the Quality Assurance Representatives to achieve departmental goals
Assist in maintaining, monitoring, and enforcing USDA Regulatory, Corporate Guidelines and Quality Assurance Programs, to include conducting internal audits that may require the participation of management
Interface with Production Supervisors and hourly employees on production and quality procedures
Work with USDA personnel to handle regulatory issues
Assist in maintaining the micro-hold product program
This position has the authority to hold product that does not conform to customer agreements, finished product specifications, or legal requirements and is also authorized to make decision regarding product disposition including release
Provide leadership to QA technicians with regards to their concerns with procedures, product quality, regulatory requirements and corporate procedure
Maintain Quality Reporting Systems

Fulltime

Fsqa Manager

The FSQC manager works directly with processing plant operations shift manager a...

Location

United States , Livingston

Salary:

125300.00 - 156625.00 USD / Year

Foster Farms

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Bachelors degree from a 4-year, accredited college or university, preferably in the area of animal science, food science or biological sciences
Proficient use of Microsoft including Excel, Word, and PowerPoint
Requisite – 5 years of work experience in food processing environment with food safety/quality programs focus
Previous experience with HACCP, SSOP programs, and/or FSIS food safety regulations is preferred.
Detail oriented with analytical aptitude
exposure to Statistical Process Control is beneficial
Strong writing and presentation skills
Bilingual in Spanish is preferred, but not required
Ability to make decisions following hierarchical chain of command in regards to product disposition decisions
Ability to render sound judgment regarding food safety risks and/or product quality defects

Job Responsibility

Ensure compliance with Foster Farms, FSIS/USDA, and customer requirements on assigned shift
Directs, oversees, and implements the Food Safety and Product Quality (FSQC) programs for a specific Foster Farms food manufacturing site to ensure product safety, legality, and quality across multiple plant processes including first processing and second processing for both retail and food service operations
Responsible for the management and development of supervisory and/or hourly FSQC personnel to achieve departmental goals
Implementation, verification, and validation of Food Safety programs such as HACCP plans, SSOP compliance, ensuring adherence with audit standards such as BRC and managing regulatory relationship with local USDA/FSIS
Ensure operations management team and hourly employees are compliant with food safety and quality procedures
Manage the implementation, maintenance, evaluation, and enforcement of FSIS/USDA regulations, as well as corporate programs (pest control, allergen, product quality)
Address processing, sanitation and maintenance-related issues in a timely manner via FSQC/Operations combined approach
Place non-conforming product on FSQC hold if it does not meet Foster Farms standards, customer expectations, or legal requirements
Render decisions regarding product disposition, including release or disposal of product
Hire and lead procedural, regulatory and food safety training for FSQC supervisors and hourly technicians

Fulltime

Fsqa technician

Ajinomoto Foods North America, Inc.

Location:
United States , Portland

Category:
Quality Control

Contract Type:
Not provided

Salary:

Job Description:

Job Responsibility:

Requirements:

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
February 16, 2026

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