About Careertakes

👉 Important disclosure: Careertakes is a third-party recruiting platform supporting this hiring process. If selected, you will be employed directly by our client, Scientific & QA.

Applicants for this role may also receive access to additional matched opportunities through the Careertakes platform.

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What You’ll Do

This role is a hands-on, plant-floor position focused on ensuring finished products meet company and regulatory food-safety and quality standards. Typical day-to-day responsibilities include:

• Conduct in-depth quality checks on products, packaging, and equipment to confirm compliance with HACCP, USDA, and internal standards.
• Perform routine product testing (temperature, weight, pH, visual/organoleptic checks) and accurately record results.
• Support and participate in internal and external quality audits; document findings and help implement corrective actions.
• Maintain and update quality assurance logs, inspection records, and traceability documentation.
• Identify process- and product-related opportunities for improvement and communicate practical recommendations to production leadership.
• Provide on-the-floor guidance and training to production team members on quality standards and safe handling practices.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams (production, sanitation, maintenance) to resolve quality or safety issues quickly.

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What We’re Looking For

We seek detail-oriented candidates with interest or experience in food safety and quality systems. Preferred qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent required. Associate’s or bachelor’s degree in food science, biology, chemistry, or related field is a plus.
• 0–2 years of experience in a quality assurance or food production environment; entry-level candidates with relevant training are encouraged to apply.
• Familiarity with food safety principles (HACCP) and basic quality control methodologies.
• Comfortable working 100% on the plant floor: standing, walking, and climbing stairs regularly; able to routinely lift 30 lbs and occasionally up to 50 lbs.
• Strong attention to detail, good record-keeping skills, and basic problem-solving ability.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office (Excel, Word) or similar tools for recording and reporting results.
• Able to work assigned shifts (1st and 2nd shifts available per the posting).

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Compensation & Benefits

• Pay range: Based on experience — estimated salary shown below.
• Estimated salary (per source data): $42,044 per year (estimated).
• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
• Paid holidays and vacation time
• Quarterly bonus opportunities
• Matching contribution to 401(k) plan Note: Final pay and benefits are set by the hiring organization and may vary by experience and location.

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About the Confidential Client

Confidential Client is an established food manufacturing organization in the Scientific & QA space. They focus on producing high-quality food products and invest in employee development and safety. As a member of their quality team, you’ll join a fast-paced, hands-on environment with clear pathways for growth in quality assurance and food safety.

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Physical Requirements & Work Environment

• This is an active, plant-floor role; expect to spend 100% of your time on-site in a production environment.
• PPE (e.g., hairnets, gloves, safety shoes) is required and provided per plant policy.
• Ability to safely lift and carry up to 30 lbs routinely and occasionally up to 50 lbs.
• Must be able to follow safety procedures and participate in required training.

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Equal Opportunity & Hiring Transparency

Careertakes and our client are Equal Opportunity Employers committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We prohibit discrimination or harassment of any kind. To support a fair and efficient hiring process, AI tools may be used to assist with application review or resume screening. These tools do not replace human decision-making. Final hiring decisions are made by people.

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