QA Technician Lead

Position Summary

The Quality Assurance Technician assures that the plant is compliant with food regulatory requirements and reports deficiencies or practices that could compromise food safety, quality and food defense. 

Schedule

• 1:00 PM - 9:30 PM
• Tuesday-Saturday, with flexibility for overtime 

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Performs all duties and responsibilities of a Quality Control Technician in all areas. 
• See QA Tech 1 & 2 Job Descriptions  
• Collect environmental swabs, air sampling dishes and Lab retain samples.  
• Perform special assignments as needed by the Quality Assurance Manager.  
• Train new employees on QC and lab duties.  
• Perform 90-day evaluations.  
• Rotates floor staff to ensure coverage.  
• Receive trucks and tankers.  
• Conducts inventory checks for consumables (ATP swabs, charts, forms, etc.).  
• Perform Calibration Verifications.  
• Perform HPP Cycle Verifications.  
• Perform GMP Trainings for new hires when Supervisor is not available.  
• Cover areas in case of call outs.  
• Report any food safety problems to the SQF Practitioner or Department Supervisor in a timely manner so that corrective actions may be performed. 
• Adhere to SOP, SSOP, GMP, and HACCP guidelines when in the plant. 
• Regular and reliable attendance. 

Job Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of Quality Assurance experience preferred
• 1-2 years food industry experience preferred but not required
• Familiarity with food safety regulations is a plus

Other Skills

• Must have strong communications skills.  
• Must have strong computer skills.  
• Must have strong critical thinking skills.  
• Must be able to adapt to constant changes and work independently with moderate supervision.  
• Must be able to work in a fast-paced environment. 
• Must have strong leadership skills.  
• Be able to delegate and arrange floor duties.  

Major Business/Professional Contacts

• Regular contact with corporate cross-functional partners, manufacturing Team Members, and the Leadership Team.

• Occasional contact with vendors.

Working and Environmental Conditions

• Work performed in a wet, refrigerated manufacturing facility (below 40°F).

• Occasional tasks completed in a dry warehouse environment (up to 85°F).

• Possible exposure to freezer warehouse conditions (as low as –10°F).

• Work areas may be tight and require continuous exposure to noise levels exceeding 85 dBA.

• Must strictly follow all safety protocols and PPE requirements, including safety glasses, ear protection, and steel-toed shoes.

• Role requires the ability to perform repetitive tasks efficiently and safely.

Physical Demands

• Ability to stand and walk for the entire shift.

• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 lbs with continuous motion.

• Ability to push and pull up to 50 lbs with continuous motion.

• Must navigate manufacturing equipment and facility areas involving repetitive bending, kneeling, overhead reaching, stooping, squatting, and twisting.

• Must be able to climb ladders and stairs and work at heights as needed.

• Regular use of hands for handling, grasping, and controlling objects with strong grip strength and manual dexterity.

• Requires extended periods working at a computer.

• Occasional exposure to moving machinery.

• Must be able to pass a fit-for-duty physical exam.

Compensation and Benefits 

Come thrive at Suja Life We offer a competitive benefits package, including:

• Hourly Pay: $23.00 
• Medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and more
• 401(k) match to help you plan for the future
• Paid time off: vacation, sick days & holidays
• Juice benefits: yes, we keep you fueled and refreshed

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Suja Life is proud to be an equal-opportunity employer seeking to create a welcoming and diverse environment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, marital status, genetics, age, or veteran status or any other applicable legally protected status or characteristic. The Company complies with all federal/local/state regulations regarding pay.