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Food Safety Quality Assurance Technician

LaborMAX Staffing - Harrisonburg
Verona, VA Full Time | Contractor
POSTED ON 10/16/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 2/13/2027

Job Summary

We are seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented Food Safety Quality Assurance Technician to join our dynamic manufacturing team. In this vital role, you will ensure that all products meet stringent food safety and quality standards by conducting thorough inspections, measurements, and audits throughout the production process. Your expertise will help maintain compliance with regulatory requirements such as FDA regulations, HACCP, GMP, and ISO standards, while supporting continuous improvement initiatives. This position offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to the safety and excellence of our food products in a fast-paced, quality-driven environment.

Duties

  • Perform detailed quality inspections using precision measuring instruments such as micrometers, height gauges, and vision inspection systems to verify dimensional accuracy and adherence to specifications.
  • Conduct regular quality audits in accordance with ISO 9001, ISO 13485, and other relevant standards to ensure compliance across all manufacturing processes.
  • Interpret production documents including blueprints, mechanical drawings, and manufacturing instructions to accurately assess product conformity.
  • Utilize data collection tools and analysis skills to monitor quality metrics, identify trends, and recommend corrective actions.
  • Support regulatory and legal compliance by ensuring adherence to FDA regulations, GMP practices, and other applicable legal standards within production environments.
  • Collaborate with production teams to implement quality management systems (QMS) and improve overall product quality through root cause analysis and problem-solving techniques.
  • Maintain accurate records of inspections, audits, calibration activities, and measurement results for traceability and reporting purposes.
  • Assist in calibrating measuring instruments regularly to uphold measurement precision in machining and dimensional assessments.

Requirements

  • Proven experience in quality assurance within manufacturing environments, preferably in food or related industries.
  • Strong knowledge of quality standards such as HACCP, GMP, ISO 9001, ISO 13485, and FDA regulations.
  • Proficiency with calibration tools like micrometers, height gauges, coordinate measuring machines (CMM), and vision inspection systems.
  • Mechanical knowledge including blueprint interpretation (GD&T), mechanical measurements, and understanding of manufacturing processes.
  • Ability to interpret complex production documents accurately and apply quality control procedures effectively.
  • Excellent analysis skills for data collection, trend identification, and problem resolution.
  • Basic math skills for precise measurement calculations and data analysis.
  • Familiarity with regulatory/legal compliance standards relevant to food safety and manufacturing operations.
  • Strong communication skills for documenting findings clearly and collaborating with cross-functional teams.

Join us as a Food Safety Quality Assurance Technician to play a crucial role in safeguarding product integrity while fostering a culture of continuous improvement!

Pay: $20.00 - $28.00 per hour

Experience:

  • Food Safety and Quality Assurance: 4 years (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $20 - $28

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