Senior Quality Assurance Technician

Turlock, CA 95380

Posted: 07/10/25 Employment Type: Direct Hire Job Category: Operations Job Number: 10866

Job Description


Direct Hire
Senior Quality Assurance Technician
Mon–Fri: 5:00 a.m. – 1:30 p.m.
Ceres, CA

We offer more than just a job — we provide a career with purpose, stability, and growth. Enjoy a competitive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, 401(k), paid time off, and more. Join a team that values safety, quality, and your future. 

Core Responsibilities

Product & Process Monitoring
  • Inspect raw and finished nuts to verify quality attributes (size, color, foreign material, splits/breaks, defects, and moisture).
  • Conduct visual assessments and sensory checks, including salinity and texture consistency.
  • Audit finished packaged goods for seal quality, label accuracy, net weight, and presentation.
  • Monitor and document magnet strength, metal detector/X-ray performance, and scale calibrations.
  • Validate thermal processing steps such as steam pasteurization, dry roasting, and oil roasting—confirming time, temperature, and exposure standards are met.
  • Complete and review documentation for CCPs and ensure records are complete, timely, and compliant.

Environmental & Sanitation Auditing
  • Perform ATP testing to verify cleaning effectiveness.
  • Execute routine swabbing as part of the Environmental Monitoring Program (PEM).
  • Conduct allergen swabs post-cleaning or changeovers to confirm sanitation efficacy.

Data Entry & Reporting
  • Enter quality data accurately into tracking software 
  • Report out-of-spec results immediately to QA leadership.
  • Participate in investigations and corrective actions to support continuous improvement.

Compliance & Standards
  • Uphold GMP practices across all activities.
  • Support execution of food safety and prerequisite programs.
  • Ensure adherence to internal SOPs, USDA grading guidelines, and SQF protocols.

Team Collaboration
  • Work cross-functionally with production, sanitation, maintenance, and warehousing to resolve quality issues.
  • Assist with quality training and onboarding of production team members, as needed.
Cognitive & Interpersonal Requirements
  • Prioritize and multitask in a fast-paced environment.
  • Problem-solve and analyze root causes of quality concerns.
  • Communicate clearly with team members and supervisors.
  • Maintain professionalism and ethical judgment under pressure.
Qualifications
  • High School Diploma or GED required.
  • HACCP Certification required or must obtain within designated timeframe.
  • 3+ years of experience in quality assurance within a food manufacturing environment, ideally in RTE production.
  • Strong understanding of GMPs, USDA grading standards, and food safety principles.
  • Proficient in weighing, measuring, using calipers, and interpreting quality specs.
  • Comfortable using production and QA software for data entry and traceability.
  • Reliable attendance and ability to work flexible hours, including overtime and weekends as necessary.
  • Ability to communicate effectively in English; bilingual skills a plus.

Job Requirements

quality control, qc

Meet Your Recruiter

Jennifer Garcia
Staffing Consultant

Jennifer Garcia was born and raised in the Central Valley. With the support of her family she was able to become a first-generation graduate student from CSU Stanislaus with a Bachelor's degree in Business Administration. However, she is a strong believer that education doesn't end after acquiring a degree; education is a lifelong process making everyday a learning experience. Jennifer is known for her kind and humble personality, and when she is not at work she likes to spend time with her family, listen and dance to some Latino music or go on a road trip.

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