QA Technologist - 2nd shift - Food Mfg Exp Required

Posted 4/16/2026 · last confirmed live 8/26/2026

💵 Pay Range: $57,000 to $85,000 annually (based on experience and qualifications) 📍 Norwood, MA | Onsite ⏰ Monday–Friday, 1:00pm–10:00pm + occasional Saturdays At Home Market Foods, our rapid growth means we rely on exceptional talent to keep our products safe, consistent, and delicious. We’re hiring a Quality Assurance Technologist who will play a critical role in ensuring food safety and product excellence on our evening production shift. What You’ll Do: You'll be the go-to quality & food safety expert on your shift, ensuring everything meets our high standards: Monitor HACCP requirements, SQF systems, and food safety programs Oversee product quality, processing lines, plant conditions & employee practices Conduct pre-op and operational inspections Collect micro, chemical, and product quality samples Maintain strong communication with Production, Maintenance, USDA & FDA Evaluate storage conditions and pest control checks Assist with training on GMPs, HACCP, SQF & quality procedures Troubleshoot food safety/quality issues in real time Perform sensory evaluations (taste, smell, texture, visual) Support cross-functional teams: R&D, Marketing, Sales, Maintenance, Operations Validate metal detection, thermometer calibration, and process control equipment Participate in daily product cutting and plant-wide performance audits Jump in on special projects as needed What You’ll Bring: Bachelor’s degree in Food Science, Biology, Chemistry, or related field — OR — 3+ years QA experience in food manufacturing Food manufacturing QA experience (not biotech/pharma) Strong verbal and written communication skills Proficiency in Microsoft Word & Excel Ability to stay focused, learn quickly, and adapt in a fast-paced environment Physical ability to walk, stand, climb stairs, and work around production activity Why You’ll Love Working Here: You’ll play a vital role   in ensuring the safety and quality of products enjoyed nationwide Work with a supportive, collaborative team committed to food safety excellence Be part of a growing company with real opportunities to learn and advance Gain broad exposure to Operations, R&D, Quality, Maintenance & Leadership Hands-on, high-impact role where your decisions matter Company-provided PPE & safety-first culture Work Environment Work in both office and production floor settings Moderate office noise; louder on the production floor Must be able to wear required PPE May occasionally need to support weekend/off-hours needs   Exciting Benefits Await You! Enjoy top-tier Medical, Dental, Vision coverage. Pamper your furry friends with Pet Insurance. Stay fit with our Wellness Plan and Gym Reimbursement. Boost your skills with Employee Tuition Reimbursement. Unlock endless opportunities with College Scholarship for dependents. Reap the Rewards of Our Bonus Program Available to Our Salary and Hourly Employees. Receive a Generous 401k Company Match. Take advantage of Competitive Paid Time Off. Elevate Your Safety Net with Company-Sponsored Life Insurance Coverage. Receive Relocation Assistance for a Smooth Transition. Earn Rewards through our Employee Bonus Referral Program. Elevate Your Workplace Experience with Community Impact Opportunities. Celebrate Together with Team Events and Seasonal Workplace Gatherings.   Opportunity Calls! Unsure if you meet all requirements? Don't hesitate, apply! Our recruitment process is prompt and transparent. Your resume will receive swift attention from our talent professionals. If chosen, you'll undergo a recruiter phone screen, followed by interviews with key team members. We value your potential. At Home Market Foods, we champion equal opportunities for all, prohibiting discrimination based on race, religion, gender, and more. Our commitment extends across all aspects of employment, ensuring a fair and inclusive workplace.    At this time, Home Market Foods will not sponsor applicants for employment authorization for this position for the following work visas: STEM OPT EAD, H-1B, H-1B1, E-3, O-1, J-1, or TN

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