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Job Title: QA Tester ( Food and beverages )

Location: Northampton

Compensation: $ 27.20/hr

Shift: Rotating Days

• Week 1: Monday, Tuesday, Friday, Saturday

• Week 2: Wednesday, Thursday, Sunday Shift Times: 5:45 AM – 6:15 PM

Join Our Team as a QA Tester (Food and beverages) and Be Part of a Quality-Driven Culture!

Are you passionate about ensuring the highest standards of quality in products? Do you thrive in a fast-paced environment where every day presents new challenges and opportunities? We are looking for a skilled and motivated QA Tester to join our dynamic team in Northampton. If you are detail-oriented, possess strong analytical skills, and have a keen interest in quality assurance and laboratory testing, this is the perfect role for you!

As a QA Tester, you will play a vital role in maintaining the quality and integrity of our products, ensuring that all raw materials, packaging, and finished goods meet our stringent standards. You’ll work hands-on in a lab setting, collaborating with cross-functional teams and contributing to the success of our quality-driven operations.

What You’ll Do:

• Perform critical laboratory tests (e.g., microbiological, chemical, sensory) to validate product quality and compliance with industry standards.

• Prepare and execute sampling plans for ingredients and finished products to ensure precise and accurate analyses.

• Analyze data and interpret results from routine and non-routine tests to ensure that all products meet the required specifications.

• Operate and maintain advanced lab equipment , ensuring all instruments are calibrated and performing accurately.

• Support product innovation efforts by conducting trial runs and protocol studies for new product launches.

• Monitor plant equipment and production processes using statistical process control techniques to maintain high-quality output.

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams and assist in training new team members on quality standards and procedures.

Why You’ll Love This Role:

• Impact: Be a key player in ensuring the quality of products that reach customers worldwide.

• Variety: Every day offers something new, from lab testing to supporting product innovations.

• Growth: Opportunities to cross-train in various QA responsibilities and gain valuable hands-on experience in the quality assurance field.

• Collaborative Environment: Work closely with passionate and driven professionals who share your commitment to quality.

What We’re Looking For:

• Bachelor’s degree in a science-related field (preferred) or equivalent experience.

• 3+ years of relevant experience in quality assurance or laboratory testing in a manufacturing or production setting.

• Strong knowledge of Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) , food safety regulations , and quality monitoring techniques .

• Excellent communication skills with the ability to report findings clearly and collaborate effectively across teams.

• Physical ability to lift up to 50 lbs, push/pull up to 80 lbs, and stand for extended periods in varying conditions.

• Passion for quality and a proactive mindset, with a focus on continuous improvement and operational excellence.

Work Environment:

You will work in a production facility where no two days are the same. Expect exposure to temperature extremes, moderate noise levels, and occasionally working with chemicals and ingredients. This role is perfect for someone who thrives in an active, hands-on environment.

Why Join Us?

By joining our team, you’ll become part of a company that values quality, safety, and innovation. We believe in empowering our employees, offering opportunities for growth, and providing a work environment that encourages teamwork, creativity, and excellence.

Ready to take the next step in your career? Apply now and contribute to the success of a company where your expertise in quality assurance will make a lasting impact!

Pay Details: $20.00 per hour

Benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits and a 401K plan. Our benefit offerings provide employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. In addition, our associates may be eligible for paid leave including Paid Sick Leave or any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay where applicable.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

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The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable:

• The California Fair Chance Act

• Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance

• Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers

• San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance