Job Posting QA Level 2 – Food Manufacturing
Location: Knoxville, TN
Pay: $17.00/hour
Schedule: Monday–Saturday, 5am–Finish (overtime common)
Position Overview
Join our team as a QA Level 2 Technician in a dynamic food manufacturing environment. This role is ideal for individuals with a keen eye for detail, strong math skills, and a commitment to maintaining high quality standards. You’ll play a vital part in ensuring our products meet rigorous safety and quality requirements before reaching customers.
Key Responsibilities
- Monitor and Document Temperature Data:
Test and record temperature readings during product chilling and freezing processes to ensure compliance.
Use automated equipment to log freezing temperatures accurately.
- Product Sampling and Evaluation:
Sample, label, and log products for microbiological and post-freeze/thaw QA assessments.
Assemble all sampled products from the previous day for laboratory pick-up.
Perform additional related tasks as assigned to support the QA team.
Tray / Cup Line Technician Duties
Accurately weigh and measure products on tray, cup, or single-portion packaging lines.
Document reasons and durations for any production downtime.
Conduct sampling, labeling, and logging for quality evaluations.
Assist in maintaining product accuracy and adherence to quality standards.
Expected Results
Ensure all outgoing food products meet established quality, size, and temperature standards.
Maintain thorough QA records and inspection routines.
Skills & Experience
- Required Skills:
- Strong math skills; proficient with calculators
- Familiarity with industrial thermometers and temperature recording methods
- Experience:
- Minimum 1 year of QA experience (food manufacturing preferred)
- Education:
- High School Diploma or GED
Physical Requirements
- Ability to lift up to 70 lbs
- Comfortable working in varied temperatures (from subzero to over 100°F)
- Frequent kneeling, bending, twisting, and overhead reaching
- Ability to stand for extended periods on hard or wet floors
Equipment Used
- Scales
- Thermometers
- SQF documentation sheets
Work Environment
- Fast-paced production area
- Frequent overtime and Saturday work
Why You’ll Like It Here
- Consistent hours and overtime opportunities
- Stable, long-term position in a busy food production facility
Interested?
For more information, contact Bryson at (865) 724-0265