Quality Assurance Technician

Role Description 

Quality Assurance Technician will manage all aspects of the quality lab and provide day-to-day plant support. They will be responsible for aiding in overseeing day to day operations, teammate behavior, and safety and quality of products produced at MUSH. 

This is a day shift position working Sunday - Wednesday (5am - 5pm).

Specific Responsibilities: 

• Manage day-to-day execution of all quality lab functions including Water Activity, review of SOPs and  control and release procedures


• Assist production team in cleaning verification, inspections, pre-op release, ATP/Allergen swabbing, chemical concentration, and control of SSOPs


• Perform post HPP TTS, site security/ perimeter and Incoming/Outgoing truck inspections


• Maintain lab inventory and assist in reordering of supplies


• Assist in managing production paperwork accuracy and inventory control procedures


• Lead in maintaining and organizing production retains, preparing samples for 3rd party lab testing


• Perform safety and quality line inspections, motivating and maintaining teammates to comply with all GMPs and responsibilities 


• Maintain discipline and recommend corrective actions with teammates for GMPs


• Lead by example, create value, and establish a functional working framework

Tactical Requirements: 

• 1-2 years of relevant work or school experience in food manufacturing or lab testing preferred. 


• Driven to motivate a food safety and quality culture


• Self starter, with a desire to learn, grow, and evolve as a professional


• Ability to multitask, prioritize and work in an extremely fast-paced environment. Impeccable attention to detail


• Exceptional organizational and communication skills, bilingual in English and Spanish a plus


• A beginner’s mind and dedication to continuous improvement

Physical and Work Related Requirements:

• Standing and walking for long periods of time


• Bending and lifting up to 50 LB


• Ability to handle allergens including peanuts and treenuts