Quality Assurance Technician - Lancaster

A growing food manufacturing organization is seeking a Quality Assurance Technician to help ensure products meet established food safety, quality, and regulatory requirements. This role is responsible for conducting inspections, collecting samples, performing testing activities, maintaining quality records, and supporting compliance programs throughout the production process. The successful candidate will play an important role in maintaining product integrity, supporting audit readiness, and promoting a culture of food safety and continuous improvement. SCHEDULE: M-F 12pm-10:30pm ## Essential Duties & Responsibilities of the Quality Assurance Technician: 1. Conduct routine inspections of raw materials, packaging components, in-process products, and finished goods. 2. Collect samples and perform required testing to verify compliance with product specifications and food safety standards. 3. Monitor production activities to ensure adherence to Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs), food safety plans, and quality procedures. 4. Accurately document inspection findings, test results, non-conformances, and corrective actions. 5. Maintain supplier and vendor documentation to support ongoing compliance with food safety and quality requirements. 6. Coordinate product sensory evaluations and communicate findings to the appropriate quality personnel. 7. Manage quality hold activities, including tracking affected inventory, documenting product status, and preparing disposition records for review and approval. 8. Investigate quality concerns and assist with corrective and preventive action initiatives. 9. Partner with production, sanitation, warehouse, and supply chain teams to resolve quality issues and improve processes. 10. Support internal audits, customer audits, and regulatory inspections by maintaining required documentation and records. 11. Assist with continuous improvement efforts designed to enhance food safety, quality performance, and operational efficiency. 12. Follow all company safety policies and maintain a clean and organized work environment. Qualifications of the Quality Assurance Technician: 1. 1+ years of experience in lab work with analytical equipment 2. High school diploma or equivalent required 3. Strong attention to detail and ability to follow written procedures required 4. Excellent organizational, documentation, and recordkeeping skills required 5. Ability to type using a keyboard required 6. Knowledge of MS Excel & MS Word required