Wendy Juhl

Join Our Team: Urgently Hiring Quality Control Technician - Food Manufacturing in Salem!

Job Title: Quality Control Technician - Food Manufacturing

Pay: $18 - $19/hr (with salary increase upon permanent hire) Hours: Monday - Friday, 7:00 AM - 3:00 PM Start Date: ASAP

Are you looking for a hands-on role in a growing company? Join a prestigious Japanese-based company that has been brewing quality soy sauce since 1645 as a Quality Control Technician in Salem, Oregon, and make an impact every day. As a Quality Control Technician, you’ll play a key role in ensuring the quality and safety of our products, supporting daily operations, and contributing to a culture of excellence.

What You’ll Do:

As a Quality Control Technician, you will be responsible for:

• Performing scheduled laboratory tests on samples of raw materials, intermediate products, and final products to meet company product standards.
• Conducting inspections of materials, including raw and packaging materials, to ensure compliance with company quality benchmarks.
• Keeping accurate and detailed records of test results as required.
• Mixing and controlling concentrations of standard laboratory reagents.
• Maintaining laboratory equipment in good operating condition and reporting any maintenance or repair needs promptly.
• Managing chemical reagents inventory and ensuring cleanliness and sanitation of laboratory equipment and supplies.
• Assisting with waste treatment, yeast cultivation, and yeast culture transfer.
• Safeguarding the confidentiality of all formulations, ingredients, and test methods.

What You’ll Bring:

The ideal candidate for this role will have:

• A Bachelor’s Degree in Chemistry and/or Food Science, OR at least two years of college education resulting in an associate degree with relevant coursework in chemistry, microbiology, or biochemistry, including practical laboratory procedures.
• A minimum of five years of experience in a Food Manufacturing Quality Control Laboratory environment is highly desirable, with bacterial culturing experience preferred.
• Strong record-keeping abilities and attention to detail demonstrated in previous roles.
• Excellent interpersonal skills to effectively work in a multicultural environment.
• The physical ability to stand or sit for extended periods and safely handle chemicals and mechanical testing equipment.
• Knowledge of safe laboratory practices and experience with chemical reagents and laboratory equipment.

Why Join Us in Salem?

• Competitive pay and comprehensive benefits: Enjoy company-paid health insurance and a 401k plan upon permanent hire.
• Career growth opportunities: Take advantage of merit increases and opportunities for promotion in a supportive team culture.
• Work-life balance: Enjoy a Monday to Friday schedule with the chance to engage in an important industry that positively impacts our community.

Location & Schedule:

This position is on-site in Salem, Oregon and offers full-time hours.

Ready to Take the Next Step?

If you’re ready to start a rewarding career as a Quality Control Technician in Salem, apply today or contact our recruiting team to learn more! Don’t wait, we’re hiring now!

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