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• $46k Per Year Quality Assurance Technician Food Manufacturing Hampton Farms

Occupation:

Food Science Technicians

Location:

Lubbock, TX

• 79403

Job Type:

Regular, Full Time (30 Hours or More), Permanent Employment, Day Shift

Posted:

08/21/2026 Positions available: 3

Source:

WorkInTexas

Web Site:

WorkInTexas Onsite /

Remote:

Work onsite all of the time

Updated:

08/24/2026

Expires:

09/20/2026 Job #: 17058543 Job Requirements and Properties Help for Job Requirements and Properties. Work Onsite Full Time Education High School Diploma or Equivalent Experience 1 Month(s) Age 18 and up Schedule Full Time Job Type Regular Duration Permanent Employment Shift Day Shift Public Transit Available Benefits Help for .

The Company Pay:

$19.00 an hour

Shift:

5 AM

• 5 PM (works 36-48 hours per week based on rotating schedule) Hampton Farms is the leading In-Shell Peanut Company in the US.

We are also a leading producer of other types of nuts and nut butters for the retail and commercial markets. You can find our product in most grocery stores and major league baseball stadiums. We distribute under the Hampton Farms brand and are also a leading private label manufacturer. Job Purpose The Quality Assurance Technician of Hampton Farms is involved in the manufacturing of food products intended for the consumer. The quality assurance technician provides a critical position in Hampton Farms food quality and safety for producing our peanut butter product. Being a producer of food products, the quality assurance technician is aware of the risks involved with regard to maintaining Hampton Farms quality standards, proper packaging, proper labeling, all receiving, and shipments are properly inspected, and all documentation is correct and accurate. The quality assurance technician is trained in various areas pertaining to the job required. Essential Duties and Responsibilities Verify production schedule and have knowledge of what products are being produced/running at the beginning of each shift. Responsible for documenting downtime and inventory tracking forms to forward all paperwork onto the Quality Assurance team. Must be able to complete work required documents (for example: QA documents, metal detector sheets, x-ray sheets, and weight check sheets). Must be able to collect samples for retains and for micro samples and be able to record and or document. Send out samples for testing with proper and accurate paperwork. Have a basic and general understanding of

HACCP, SQF

requirements, operating procedures, and Food Safety Sanitation. Must be able to determine if a product needs to be placed on hold and document same at time of holding product and or if product needs to be reworked. Maintain visual preliminary and post operational sanitation of weekly inspections of production to ensure food safety, or as needed. Maintain correct labeling and nutritional requirements on all products by following Allergen Control Program. Run hourly color check on all finished product and record by color and lot number. Must have data entry skills to produce reports, build files, and label printing. Assist QA Manager and Supervisor as needed. Clean work area and prepare for next shift. Follow all sanitation schedules including weekends and/or clean break. Knows and adheres to GMP policy and all Quality policies and procedures. Assists in identifying and/or reporting non-conforming products to aid in eliminating waste. Communicate daily with Quality to ensure customer specifications are met. Knowledge of Sanitation Standard Operating Procedures. Ensure all chemical containers are labeled and used in the correct way. Ensure overall compliance and adherence to sanitation schedule and/or requirements. Perform any other duties that is asked of them by the supervisors/managers (Even if the task does not pertain to their position) Skills and Competencies Based on job performance, has required skills and knowledge to complete the responsibilities of his / her role. Demonstrates a good understanding of workplace policies and rules, customer requests, and production/business needs. Understands the origin and purpose behind company policies, procedures, and practices. Acts in accordance with the companys mission, vision, and values. Must possess good communication skills, written and oral. Participates in GMP Training, annual or as assigned. Understands HACCP Standards and SQF requirements. Measures for Success 100% correct orders, orders fulfilled accurately and timely. Daily production goals achieved based on customer specs and orders. Weekly poundage goals achieved based on customer orders Work with team members maintaining daily sanitation by cleaning work area at end of shift. Education and/or Experience High School diploma or equivalent. 1-3 years food manufacturing experience. Must be willing to work overtime and weekends. Ability to clearly present recommendations/ideas and to summarize issues. Ability to appropriately handle and maintain confidential material. Experience in quality assurance in food manufacturing is preferred. Must be able to work well both independently and collaboratively. Certificates, Licenses, Registrations HACCP certifications one year after placement/hire and SQF certifications, as needed. Job Physical Demands The physical demands described here are representative of those that are required and must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to ensure individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Degree of Physical Demands (Strength) associated with the essential functions of this job classification are as follows. Medium work exerting 20 to 50 pounds of force occasionally, or 10 to 25 pounds of force frequently, or 10 to 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects. Physical demand requirements are in excess of those for light work. Continuous standing in one location for long periods (2-3 hours before break). Other demand levels for this job may include the following, infrequently:

Climbing:

Ascending or descending ladders, stairs, scaffolding, ramps, poles, and the like, using feet and legs or hands and arms. Body agility is emphasized. Described in terms of height, steepness, duration, and type of structure climbed. Occasionally

• Activity exists up to 1/3 of the time.

Balancing:

Maintaining body equilibrium to prevent falling when walking, standing, crouching, or running on narrow, slippery, or erratically moving surfaces; or maintaining body equilibrium when performing gymnastic feats. Described in terms of type or condition of surface and activities during which balance must be maintained. Occasionally

• Activity exists up to 1/3 of the time.

Stooping:

Bending body downward and forward by bending spine at the waist, requiring full use of the lower extremities and back muscles. Described in terms of duration. Occasionally

• Activity exists up to 1/3 of the time.

Crouching:

Bending the body downward and forward by bending legs and spine. Described in terms of duration. Occasionally

• Activity exists up to 1/3 of the time.

Reaching:

Extending hand(s) and arm(s) in any direction. Frequently

• Activity exists up to 1/3 to 2/3 of the time.

Handling:

Seizing, holding, grasping, turning, or otherwise working with hand or hands. Fingers are involved only to the extent that they are an extension of the hand, such as to turn a switch or shift. Frequently

• Activity exists up to 1/3 to 2/3 of the time.

Hearing:

Perceiving the nature of sounds by ear. Occasionally

• Activity exists up to 1/3 of the time.

Depth Perception:

Three-dimensional vision. Ability to judge distances and spatial relationships so as to see objects where and as they actually are. Frequently

• Activity exists up to 1/3 to 2/3 of the time.

Color Vision:

Ability to identify and distinguish colors. Occasionally

• Activity exists up to 1/3 of the time. Work Environment Combination of a lab and manufacturing environment along with duties that will require employee to work in a production/plant environment where physical hazards such as industrial equipment and forklifts may be present. Competencies Analytical
• Synthesizes complex or diverse information; collects and researches data; uses intuition and experience to complement data; designs workflows and procedures. Continuous Learning
• Assesses own strengths and weaknesses; seeks feedback to improve performance; pursues training and development opportunities; strives to continuously build knowledge and skills; shares expertise with others. Job Knowledge
• Competent in required job skills and knowledge; exhibits ability to learn and apply new skills; keeps abreast of current developments; requires minimal supervision; displays understanding of how job relates to others; uses resources effectively. Use of Technology
• Demonstrates required skills; adapts to new technologies; troubleshoots technological problems; uses technology to increase productivity; keeps technical skills up to date. Problem Solving
• Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner; gathers and analyzes information skillfully; develops alternative solutions; works well in group problem solving situations; uses reason even when dealing with emotional topics. Adaptability
• Adapts to changes in the work environment; manages competing demands; able to deal with frequent change, delays, or unexpected events. Dependability
• Follows instructions, responds to management direction; takes responsibility for own actions; completes tasks on time or notifies appropriate person with an alternate plan. Quality
• Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness; looks for ways to improve and promote quality; applies feedback to improve performance; monitors own work to ensure quality. Communications
• Strong written and verbal skills. Applies good questioning and listening skills to ensure understanding of information being shared. Reasoning Ability
• Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists.

Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form. Exceptional Interpersonal skills Team player Treats everyone with respect and dignity Benefits Health Insurance Life Insurance Disability Vision Flexible Spending Account (FSA) Employee Assistance (EAP) Teladoc 401K Match Paid Vacation and Personal Days Paid Holidays Bereavement Leave Military Leave Jury Duty Leave Core Values Equip Environment

• we will promote a work environment that encourages and nourishes creativity, a passion for excellence, and mutual respect with our customers, vendors and each other. We are responsible to care for Gods creation by treating the natural environment with proper caution and wisdom. Quality
• all our products and services must reflect quality (creativity and care). We must constantly find ways to improve our products and services to meet our customers needs and exceed their expectations. Understanding
• we understand that the pressures facing our employees and their families are never ending. Everyone has family outside of their work family, and we encourage them to set proper priorities in their lives. We will seek to find ways to promote a family friendly workplace. Integrity
• honesty and truth are absolutes in the way we conduct business with our customers, vendors, and employees. Ultimately, God is the source of truth and our actions should reflect such integrity. People
• our people are the greatest asset, which is not reflected on our balance sheet. They drive the health of our financial results. We are striving to find people who are passionate about our Company, and find their place in the company where they can grow, flourish, and excel. EOE

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Equal Opportunity Employer For Additional Information Visit:

www.hamptonfarms.com