Quality Technician- 2nd Shift

Cerelia Bakery Canada LP•Whitehall, OH

1d•Onsite

About The Position

This role is responsible for upholding product quality and food safety within assigned production areas by adhering to regulatory, company, and customer requirements. The position ensures all products meet established specifications, supports root cause investigations and corrective actions for deviations, and partners with cross-functional teams to sustain compliance and drive continuous improvement in safety, food safety, and quality initiatives.

Requirements

Minimum 2 years of quality assurance experience (food manufacturing preferred)
High School diploma or Equivalent required.
Knowledge of food safety, microbiology, and sanitation concepts
Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook)
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Ability to apply mathematical reasoning to practical situations
Highly organized with excellent troubleshooting and prioritization skills
Able to think critically in a fast-paced environment
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
Capable of standing, walking, bending, twisting, and lifting for extended periods
Ability to lift and move up to 50 pounds
Interacts professionally with honesty, integrity, and respect
Must be comfortable working in an environment that handles pork products, alcohol, gluten, milk/dairy, and potentially tree nuts and peanuts

Nice To Haves

Associate or bachelor’s degree in Quality Assurance, Food Science, Chemistry, or related field preferred
Familiarity with regulatory certifications (Kosher, Organic, RSPO, Non-GMO, Gluten Free) preferred

Responsibilities

Conduct internal audits and equipment calibrations to verify food safety and product quality
Investigate deviations, consumer complaints, and assist with root cause analysis
Follow and enforce programs and policies that support SQF, regulatory, company, and customer standards
Support the implementation, maintenance, and improvement of the SQF system
Review production records and documents for completeness, accuracy, and compliance
Collaborate with other departments to implement corrective and preventive actions
Perform timely qualitative and quantitative testing on raw materials, in-process products, and finished goods
Accurately document test results and maintain records for traceability
Troubleshoot testing instruments and support evaluation of test methods
Assist with validation of production lines and equipment
Escalate food safety and quality issues and assist with root cause and corrective action (RCA) efforts
Perform all tasks safely, efficiently, and accurately to support optimal plant performance
Adhere to environmental, health, and safety (EHS) policies and serve as an active member of safety initiatives