Quality Control Inspector

Product Quality Inspector (On-Site)

The Bakery Bunch — Powered by AHA Careers

Omaha, NE (on-site, flexible timing)

Equivalent to $25–$30/hr (1099 contractor; paid per hour or per assignment)

Very flexible — short, on-demand production windows (typically 1–2 hours)

About AHA Careers

AHA Careers exists to flip America’s 20% job-satisfaction rate on its head.

We believe people thrive when they work inside their natural talents, true passions, and zone of genius — not when they are forced to perform 100% of a job description for one company.

Our model is simple:

• Let people do the 10–20% of work they love
• Let them do it for multiple companies, not just one
• Help them earn more per hour by focusing on the work where they are exceptional
• Give them flexibility, autonomy, and meaningful impact

AHA Careerists come from all industries, backgrounds, and levels of experience. This role is one example of how we match people to work that fits them — not the other way around.

The Role: Product Quality Inspector (On-Site)

We are building a roster of product quality inspectors who can support small food brands during production runs at co-manufacturers in Omaha.

Your job is simple: Evaluate the final product with your eyes, hands, and palate — catching issues early and ensuring consistency.

What You Will Do

• Inspect finished products for visual defects (shape, color, texture, spotting)
• Taste and evaluate product for flavor consistency and quality
• Check basic measurements (weight, size, count, packaging integrity)
• Take photos and quick notes of findings
• Report any deviations or quality drift
• Communicate clearly and respectfully with plant staff
• Follow all plant rules and food safety requirements
• Be the “eyes and ears” for the brand during the run

What You Won't Do

• Be dragged into operations — no running lines or covering shifts
• Troubleshoot equipment — no becoming the “unofficial mechanic”
• Get buried in documentation or audit prep — no batch-record marathons or mock recalls

Compensation (1099 Contractor)

This is a 1099 contractor role with flexible, project-based assignments.

Most inspectors earn the equivalent of $30/hr or more, depending on the assignment. Your rate may increase based on product category, plant, complexity, or frequency of work.

Scheduling

This role is built for flexibility.

You tell us when you’re available — such as:

• early mornings
• daytime windows
• evenings
• weekends
• on-call / text-me-when-needed

We only match you to runs that fit the availability you choose.

This Role Could Be Great For Anyone Who:

• Has an eye for quality and a love of food
• Has experience in QA/QC, production, baking, culinary, or food science
• Enjoys hands-on product evaluation
• Wants short, flexible, on-demand work
• Likes supporting small, growing food brands

Qualifications

(1) Integrity — Non-negotiables

• Consistently shows up on time, including early mornings
• Reliable transportation
• Follows plant rules, GMPs, and food safety protocols
• Handles product and brand information professionally
• Takes responsibility for accurate observations and reporting

(2) Passions — What energizes you

• Enjoys tasting, touching, and evaluating food — especially baked goods or breads
• Likes observing production and seeing products made
• Feels proud catching issues early
• Values supporting small, growing brands
• Prefers hands-on work

(3) Talents — Natural strengths

• Exceptional attention to visual detail
• Strong sensory awareness (taste, smell, texture)
• Comfortable with weights, measures, and simple math
• Learns new products and specs quickly

(4) Experience — Preferred, not required

• Food manufacturing experience (QA, QC, production, baking, packaging)
• Prior QC/QA Tech experience
• Experience evaluating finished product
• Comfortable on production floors
• Familiar with QC forms or digital reporting

About The Bakery Bunch

The Bakery Bunch is a niche recruiting team focused exclusively on the baking industry.

We began by helping commercial bakeries fill essential full-time roles — from production and maintenance to food safety, logistics, and operations.

As we grew, we noticed a second need:

small baking brands producing through co-manufacturers needed hands-on quality support, but didn’t have the team or headcount to provide it.

Through our partnership with AHA Careers, we now provide small brands with passionate, detail-oriented AHA Careerists who offer flexible, high-impact quality support during production.