We are seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Quality Assurance Technician to join our team at the Central Kitchen Commissary. This role is primarily based on the production floor, where you will ensure compliance with food safety and quality standards, monitoring the QA programs, and support Associates in maintaining high standards of quality and sanitation throughout the facility.
About the role
Ensure compliance with safety and quality standards throughout the plant in accordance with company guidelines and local, state, and federal regulations.
Monitor the QA programs and maintain required documentation to support compliance.
Train, develop, and support Associates on food safety, quality, and sanitation standards, processes, and programs.
Address and correct non‑compliance or deviations from established safety and quality standards through timely corrective and preventive actions.
Conduct daily, weekly, and monthly audits to monitor and ensure ongoing compliance.
Maintain, verify, and validate quality and food safety checklists, logs, and records.
Communicate compliance status, findings, and improvement recommendations to management.
This role requires a strong production-floor presence, with at least 85% of work time spent walking the floor, observing operations, providing guidance, and enforcing food safety and quality standards.
About you
Knowledge, Skills, and Attributes
Strong computer skills with the ability to learn new programs and processes
Ability to work in all areas of the plant, including refrigerated, frozen, hot and humid environments
Flexibility to take on tasks as needed
Experience
What’s in it for you?
Health and retirement benefits including medical, dental, short-term and long-term disability, 401(k) with company match, FSA, and life insurance
Weekly pay
Paid time off provided, including vacation and sick days
Employee Assistance Program for you and your family to assist in many of life’s challenges, from short-term counseling, legal questions to financial guidance
Associate-only savings, free products, bonus points, sweepstakes and more – being a part of our team has its perks with Dierbergs Rewards
Wellness initiatives and volunteer opportunities to keep you healthy, engaged and involved
Rewards, recognition and appreciation programs and events to spotlight you AND your exceptional talents
Opportunity to Grow Every Day by building knowledge, supporting growth and creating connections – Let’s GROW!
Career advancement and growth opportunities through GROWU, our Learning & Development program for current and future Leaders
This description is representative only and is not inclusive of the tasks that an associate in the position may be required to perform.