Quality Control Technician

Quality Control Technician

REILY FOODS COMPANY - 3.2

Knoxville, TN Job Details Full-time 20 hours ago Benefits Profit sharing Health savings account Paid holidays Disability insurance Health insurance Dental insurance Flexible spending account Employee assistance program Vision insurance 401(k) matching Life insurance Qualifications Food quality maintenance Equipment safety procedures Quality records maintenance Food safety management Quality assurance within food and beverage industry Electronic equipment calibration Emergency procedures Laboratory equipment calibration Quality control audit High school diploma or GED Manufacturing standard operating procedures Manufacturing process inspections Production management software Food and beverage industry expertise Compliance documentation Regulatory/legal compliance standards in production Collaboration with manufacturing teams Quality control communication Quality control within food and beverage industry Accident reporting Leadership Production process auditing Production documentation Communication skills GFSI Food safety auditing Entry level Time management Full Job Description Reily Foods Company has a passion for flavor and has been providing iconic foods and beverages that create meals and memories for over 120 years! Our products consist of New England Coffee, French Market Coffee, Luzianne Iced Tea, Blue Plate Mayonnaise, Swans Down Cake Flour, Tiger Sauce, and Carroll Shelby Chili (to name a few) and can be found in foodservice and retail locations around the country. The Quality Control Technician I will play a crucial role in ensuring all Reily Foods Products meet all customer and regulatory standards ensuring a food safe and consistent product.

Responsibilities:

Conduct routine inspections of raw materials, in-process production, and finished goods Understand product specifications, food safety and legal requirements and perform complete quality tests and analyses using appropriate tools and equipment Utilize Digital Production System (Redzone) to complete quality compliance documents, launch ad hoc data sheets and communicate with support functions Monitor and ensure production checks are completed for specified area Collaborate with production teams to address quality concerns and implement corrective actions Calibrate and use all quality equipment for specified area Learn and maintain customer standards for product specifications and acceptable quality Assist in cupping and other lab functions Follow all safety procedures and actively participate in safety training and safety system ownership initiatives Maintain safe and efficient use of equipment, tools, and person; reports any injury, accident, or unsafe condition to supervisor immediately Support and comply with GMP's; understand and follow emergency action plan Support food safety, quality, and legality Ensure the operation is providing food-safe, quality products which meet or exceed all product specifications and regulatory requirements Other duties as assigned High school diploma or GED Machine quality or food production experience preferred Knowledge of GFSI audit schemes, such as BRC and SQF and understanding of legal food safety requirements Technical skills include the ability to calibrate testing equipment, using RedZone manufacturing software, and become certified in Quality areas Interpersonal skills include good verbal and written communication, good time management skills, strong attention to details with ability to follow standardized procedures Leadership skills include a positive attitude, being a team player and self-leadership We offer a comprehensive and thoughtfully designed benefits package that supports the well-being, financial security, and work-life balance of our employees. 10 Paid Company Holidays Generous Paid Vacation & Sick Time Comprehensive, Affordable Medical, Dental & Vision Coverage for you and your family Health Savings Account (HSA) with company contributions Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) & Dependent Care FSA (DCFSA) 401(k) Retirement Plan with company match and discretionary profit sharing Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and financial wellness resources Company‑Paid Disability Company‑Paid Life Insurance equal to 3× annual compensation And more benefits designed to support your health, wealth, and well‑being Together, these benefits reflect our commitment to caring for our employees both inside and outside the workplace.