Food Quality Control Technician
Cedars Mediterranean Foods, Inc.
Haverhill, MAJobSeen 2w agoSeen in employer's feed 3 days ago
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The Food Quality Control Technician works on first shift to help ensure food products meet quality and safety standards. The role tests, weighs, inspects, and verifies products during production, with training available for the right candidate. Work includes exposure to damp conditions, machinery, and noise, as well as prolonged standing and walking. Taste-testing may involve allergens such as soy, wheat, or nuts.
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Job Summary: As a Food Quality Control Technician on First Shift, you'll help ensure our products meet strict quality and safety standards. You'll test, weigh, inspect, and verify food products during production and help us maintain the high standards our customers expect. This is a great opportunity for someone looking to build or grow a career in food manufacturing. Were willing to train the right candidate! Key Responsibilities: Perform quality checks using tools like pH meters, thermometers, viscometers, and moisture analyzers. Inspect product weight, packaging, and integrity using metal detectors, check-weighers, vacuum leakers, etc. Accurately record and verify all results. Taste-test products (may include allergens like soy, wheat, or nuts) to ensure quality meets specifications. Make timely decisions when quality issues arise and escalate as needed. Working Conditions & Physical Requirements: Work environment ranges from 34F to 55F. Frequent exposure to water, damp conditions, machinery, and noise. Must be able to stand/walk on concrete floors for long periods. Frequently lift up to 10 lbs; occasional use of stairs, ladders, or platforms. Frequent bending, twisting, reaching, and use of hands. Must be able to distinguish colors and inspect small details. Clear written and verbal communication skills in English required. Qualifications: Experience in QA, food manufacturing, or food safety is a plus we will train the right person. Basic knowledge of HACCP, FDA, or food safety standards is helpful. Computer/data entry skills preferred. Must be detail-oriented and eager to learn. Why Join Cedars Foods? Cedars is a family-owned leader in Mediterranean food with a strong reputation for quality and innovation. We value hard work, teamwork, and growth and offer a supportive environment where you can build a long-term career.
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