Quality Assurance Technician - Full-Time

Interested in pursuing a career with us? Walnut Creek Foods offers a unique work environment with a variety of positions spread across four locations all in the heart of Amish Country. The values (Respect, Stewardship, and Growth) of which we operate under are the foundation of our company, and reflect our dedication to continual growth and improvement.

WHY WE'RE DIFFERENT

How would you like to go to work every day knowing that what you do is making life better for your co-workers, customers and their families? Imagine going to work and facing endless opportunities to treat people the way you want to be treated, to maximize your potential, and to experience personal and professional growth. At Walnut Creek Foods and Walnut Creek Cheese & Market, this is what's happening. Team members are empowered to think outside of the box, to face challenges and get things done. When you join the team here, you are invited to participate in our vision. Our organization functions as though we are a family, helping each other to succeed and working together towards a common goal of growth.

EMPLOYMENT BENEFITS

Providing for the needs of our employees is part of our mission and something that is an ongoing focus for our company. We offer a variety of benefits including 401K, paid holidays, sick days, health insurance, dental and vision, profit sharing, vacation, and competitive pay. Healthcare Information - AultCare Price Transparency Information If you are interested in joining our family, please browse current opportunities listed below.

VISION:

The WCF Quality Assurance Personnel must have a Customer First mindset while ensuring all products meet food safety, quality, and regulatory standards. This role is responsible for identifying risks, acting, and preventing non-conforming products from reaching customers.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO

Actively enforce GMPs, SOPs, and Food Safety Systems (HACCP/HARPC) on the production floor Identify non-conformances, initiate corrective actions, and document all deviations accurately Make clear decisions to release, hold, or reject products based on specifications and food safety risks Continuously monitor production, packaging, and sanitation to ensure compliance with standards Perform and evaluate testing (pH, brix, moisture, water activity, sensory, etc.) to verify product quality Execute environmental and ATP swabbing programs using proper technique and interpretation Review critical records including: o Time / temperature logs o Production line paperwork o Labels and packaging Maintain accurate, complete, and audit-ready records; support internal / external audits and mock recalls Ensure QA equipment is calibrated, functioning properly, and ready to use Communicate issues clearly and hold production accountable to food safety and quality standards

SUPPORTING TASKS

Support new product development and R&D projects Assisting with employee training and Food Safety onboarding initiatives Mock recalls and monthly audit inspections for Continuous Improvement initiatives Assist with customer complaints by providing data, supporting investigations, and verifying corrective actions

JOB REQUIREMENTS

This position is a full-time position - Must be at least 18 years old Must be willing and able to use the following equipment: Computer, Printer/Fax/Scanner Must have working knowledge and be competent with Microsoft Office 365 software Experience in Food Manufacturing or QA environment Understanding and application of GMPs, SOPs, and

HACCP/HARPC

principles Hands-on experience with quality testing methods Demonstrated ability to recognize non-conformances, initiate corrective actions, and communicate issues immediately Must be able to work independently on production floor, communicate clearly with production and sanitation Must be willing to gain certification or re-certify in critical QA Systems Requirements

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Job requires lifting (20 Pounds), bending, standing, walking, carrying, climbing, pulling, pushing, sitting Please e-mail or mail completed application to:

Email:

hr@walnutcreekfoods.com

Mail:

Walnut Creek Foods Attn:

Human Resources PO Box 240 Walnut Creek, OH 44687