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Food Quality Control Technician

Cedar's Foods
Haverhill, MA Full Time
POSTED ON 9/21/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 10/20/2026
Job Summary: As a Food Quality Control Technician on First Shift,

you\'ll help ensure our products meet strict quality and safety

standards. You\'ll test, weigh, inspect, and verify food products during

production and help us maintain the high standards our customers expect.

This is a great opportunity for someone looking to build or grow a

career in food manufacturing. Were willing to train the right candidate!

Key Responsibilities: Perform quality checks using tools like pH meters,

thermometers, viscometers, and moisture analyzers. Inspect product

weight, packaging, and integrity using metal detectors, check-weighers,

vacuum leakers, etc. Accurately record and verify all results.

Taste-test products (may include allergens like soy, wheat, or nuts) to

ensure quality meets specifications. Make timely decisions when quality

issues arise and escalate as needed. Working Conditions & Physical

Requirements: Work environment ranges from 34F to 55F. Frequent exposure

to water, damp conditions, machinery, and noise. Must be able to

stand/walk on concrete floors for long periods. Frequently lift up to 10

lbs; occasional use of stairs, ladders, or platforms. Frequent bending,

twisting, reaching, and use of hands. Must be able to distinguish colors

and inspect small details. Clear written and verbal communication skills

in English required. Qualifications: Experience in QA, food

manufacturing, or food safety is a plus we will train the right person.

Basic knowledge of HACCP, FDA, or food safety standards is helpful.

Computer/data Entry Skills Preferred. Must Be Detail-oriented And Eager

to learn. Why Join Cedars Foods? Cedars is a family-owned leader in

Mediterranean food with a strong reputation for quality and innovation.

We value hard work, teamwork, and growth and offer a supportive

environment where you can build a long-term career.

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