Job Posting: Quality Technician (Food Industry)

Location: Walton, Kentucky

Company: Confidential (via Aerotek Staffing)

Are you passionate about maintaining the highest quality standards in food production? Do you have a keen eye for detail and enjoy solving problems in a fast-paced environment? If so, a leading provider of food and beverage solutions is looking for a dedicated Quality Technician to join their team.

About the Company:

Our client is a trusted leader in the food service industry, specializing in the development and manufacture of high-quality beverages, food ingredients, and nutritional products. They provide a wide range of solutions to restaurants, healthcare facilities, and other commercial operations, including drink mixes, syrups, smoothies, and custom ingredient solutions. The company prides itself on its commitment to innovation, quality, and customer satisfaction.

Job Description:

As a Quality Technician, you will play a vital role in ensuring the company’s products meet the highest standards for food safety and quality. You will be responsible for inspecting finished products, materials, and assemblies to verify their conformance to company standards. Additionally, you will perform sensory evaluations, work closely with the production team, and implement corrective actions when necessary.

Key Responsibilities:Inspect and verify the quality of incoming materials, in-process products, and finished goods to ensure they meet company standards.Perform random sampling, sensory evaluations, and use advanced inspection methods to assess product quality.Collaborate with the operations team to address quality issues, ensuring corrective actions are taken in a timely manner.Keep accurate records of inspection results, and report on any issues requiring immediate attention.Ensure that all food safety regulations and standards are being adhered to during the production process.Assist in problem-solving events to determine the root cause of quality issues and implement preventive measures.Help train new employees on quality control procedures, and assist with lab work when necessary.Top Skills & Qualifications:

Must Haves:

Quality Assurance: Knowledge of quality standards and methods to ensure product consistency.Attention to Detail: Ability to identify even the slightest deviations from standard operating procedures.Food Safety Knowledge: Understanding of food safety regulations and quality control processes.Teamwork: Ability to collaborate effectively with other departments to achieve common goals.

Nice to Haves:

Inspection: Experience with quality control inspections in a food manufacturing environment.Microsoft Office Skills: Proficiency with Word, Excel, and PowerPoint for reporting and documentation.Additional Skills:Strong communication skills, both verbal and written.Ability to work independently and as part of a team.Ability to follow procedures accurately and maintain legible, organized documentation.Exceptional organizational, planning, and time-management skills.Employee Value Proposition (EVP):Comprehensive benefits package, including health, dental, and life insurance, long-term disability, and a 401(k) plan.Generous paid time off: 2.5 weeks of PTO to start, with additional sick and floating holidays every 90 days.Promotions every 90 days with opportunities for raises and upward mobility.Access to company products: Enjoy receiving samples and products from the company.Supportive work environment: A team-oriented company that places a strong emphasis on safety and employee well-being.Work Environment:This is a fast-paced environment where quality assurance and meeting production goals are top priorities.Employees must be able to work efficiently to meet deadlines while maintaining safety and quality standards.Strong emphasis on teamwork to meet operational goals and resolve any quality-related issues.Requirements:Previous experience in a quality technician or inspector role is preferred.Knowledge of food safety standards and quality assurance procedures.Ability to work independently and manage time effectively in a fast-paced setting.Detail-oriented with the ability to maintain accurate and legible documentation.Experience with Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint is a plus.Why Join This Company?A supportive, collaborative work environment focused on safety and quality.Opportunities for career growth and promotions every 90 days.Competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package.A chance to work for a leading provider of high-quality food and beverage products with a focus on innovation and customer satisfaction.Ready to take the next step in your quality assurance career? Apply now through Aerotek Staffing and join the team today!

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $20.50 - $23.50

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision\n
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital\n
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available\n
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)\n
• Short and long-term disability\n
• Health Spending Account (HSA)\n
• Transportation benefits\n
• Employee Assistance Program\n
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Walton,KY.

Application Deadline

This position will be accepting applications until Jan 17, 2025.

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\n About Aerotek:\n\n

We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meets their goals, skills and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role solving for companies’ construction, manufacturing and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.

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Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.

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The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

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