Food Safety Quality Assurance Technician

At KeHE, we're obsessed with creating solutions, unboxing potential, and serving others – and it all starts with you. As an employee-owned distributor of natural and organic, specialty, and fresh products, we're committed to making a positive impact and scaling our success together. With a culture that fosters development and opportunity, you'll be embarking on a career that's moving forward. When you join KeHE, you're becoming part of a team that is a force for good.

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POSITION PURPOSE :

The Food Safety & Quality Assurance Technician will play a key role in ensuring that our products meet the highest standards of safety, quality, and regulatory compliance. This role involves conducting routine inspections, monitoring critical control points (CCPs), and ensuring adherence to food safety standards in line with SQF and other applicable regulations. As with all positions at KeHE Distributors, we expect that all actions will be consistent with KeHE's Mission, Vision, and Values.

SCHEDULE

Monday Through Thursday. 4am - 2 : 30pm (4 ten hour shifts)

DUTIES, TASKS AND RESPONSIBILITIES :

• Conduct quality control tests on raw materials, in-process products, and finished goods, ensuring they meet established standards.
• Perform sensory evaluations, physical tests, and environmental swabbing to assess product quality and safety.
• Collect, label, store, and document retained samples for traceability and compliance.
• Monitor compliance with food safety regulations (e.g., SQF, HACCP, GMP) and verify critical control points (CCPs).
• Conduct routine inspections of production areas to identify and address potential food safety hazards.
• Maintain detailed records of quality assurance activities, audit findings, and non-conformance reports.
• Assist in training production staff on food safety procedures and proper quality control practices.
• Investigate product complaints, conduct root cause analyses, and implement corrective actions to improve processes.
• Support internal and external audits, ensuring readiness and maintaining certification standards.
• Collaborate with the FSQA team to enhance food safety protocols, process efficiency, and overall product consistency.
• Assist in training production staff on food safety and quality procedures, ensuring proper practices are always followed.
• Support the FSQA team in maintaining SQF certification standards and preparing for audits.
• Other duties and projects as assigned.

SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES :

Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.

Ability to identify, analyze, and resolve food safety and quality issues.

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.

Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, etc.) and quality management systems.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE :

High school diploma or GED required.

Associate's degree in Food Science, Microbiology, or a related field preferred.

Previous experience in food safety and quality assurance in a food manufacturing environment is strongly preferred.

Familiarity with SQF, HACCP, GMP, and food safety audits.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS :

Ability to lift up to 30 lbs.

Ability to stand, walk, and perform repetitive tasks for extended periods.

Work in a manufacturing environment with fluctuating temperatures and noise levels.

Job Type : Full-time

Pay : $23.00 - $26.00 per hour

Expected hours : 40 per week

Benefits :

401(k)

Dental insurance

Employee assistance program

Health insurance

Life insurance

Paid time off

Referral program

Retirement plan

Vision insurance

People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply

Application Question(s) :

Are you okay with the work schedule?

Monday through Thursday. 4am - 2 : 30pm. (4 ten hours shifts)

What experience do you have that most directly correlates to the job description for this role?

Ability to Commute :

Parker, CO 80134 (Required)

Work Location : In person