Quality Assurance Technician

COMPANY OVERVIEW:

At Pedone Pinsa, we’re not your average crusty company. We’re flipping the dough on the food industry with our crave-worthy top-and-bake pinsa crusts – and we’re growing fast! Restaurants, retailers, and pizza lovers everywhere are catching on, and we need amazing people (like you!) to help keep that momentum rolling.

ROLE OVERVIEW:

Got an eagle eye for detail and a passion for doing things just right? As a Quality Assurance Technician at Pedone Pinsa, you’ll be our behind-the-scenes hero – making sure every crust, every batch, every box meets deliciously high standards we’re proud to deliver. You’ll work with our production pros, operations team, and leadership – keeping things in check, double-checking the checks, and helping us get even better every day. From tracking the details to improving the process, you’ll be a part of what makes our pinsa top-notch.

QUALIFICATIONS/ABILITIES:

• High School Diploma or Food Manufacturing experience.
• Intrinsic motivation to be results-oriented.
• Have a strong proficiency in Microsoft Software/ Programs.
• Possess valuable, relatable, and proficient leadership skills; ability to communicate with team.
• Attention to detail that will impact profitability.
• Ability to manage time through multi-tasking and managing several projects at once. Must be flexible, work well under pressure, and easily adapt to change.
• Knowledge of HACCP, GMP, SQF, and other food safety principles.
• HACCP Certification and SQF Practitioner certificate (Pedone Pinsa willing to train on these)
• Entail strong communication, along with a positive attitude and a strong work ethic.
• High levels of personal accountability; an ability to be responsible for your own actions and personal attendance (work scheduled hours, arrive on time, etc.)
• Self-motivated, proactive, curious, and able to work independently in a fast-paced environment. Ability to troubleshoot production issues and implement solutions effectively.
• Ability to stand and walk for 8 hours. Ability to lift up to 55lbs occasionally, 20lbs routinely.
• Able to communicate effectively in English and Spanish

RESPONSIBILITIES – HOW THIS POSITION SUPPORTS THE VISION include the following, but are not limited to:

• Assists in the implementation and maintenance of quality assurance procedures at the direction of the Quality Manager.
• Is the food safety and quality champion present on the shift.
• Performs hands-on inspections.
• Prepare reports on the results of quality inspections.
• Following up with the appropriate channels when mistakes are made.
• Reviews, approves, & files food safety, quality, safety, and other completed paperwork.
• Support team by being available to help address any and all day-to-day items that come up on the job.
• Ensure compliance with all food safety and quality programs, including HACCP, SQF, and GMP.
• Perform organoleptic testing as required (wheat/soy allergens).
• Provide quality and food safety related coaching to coworkers and other staff as appropriate.
• Identify and address production issues and area(s) for improvement.
• Monitor condition of equipment and machinery in the production facility.
• Proactive and timely communication of concerns, issues, and ideas for improvement.
• Assists in electronic record system verification and execution.
• Maintain a clean and food-safe work environment.
• Other duties as assigned.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $20.00 per hour

Experience:

• Food safety: 1 year (Required)

Language:

• Spanish (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $20