Overview
Quality Assurance Technician Jobs in Denver, CO at The Ziegenfelder Company
Overview
Thumann’s Inc., a leading deli meat company with over 75 years in the market, is seeking a dedicated Food Safety & Quality Assurance Technician/Supervisor with experience in Ready-to-Eat (RTE) and High-Risk areas. We are looking for a highly motivated individual to ensure that our products meet the highest food safety and quality standards while adhering to customer and regulatory requirements. This role offers a great opportunity to work in a collaborative and dynamic environment.
Responsibilities:
Perform continuous inspections and testing to ensure department and product conditions meet food safety and quality regulations (e.g., sanitation, internal temperatures, air quality, etc.) based on USDA Regulations and HACCP principles.
Conduct product and batch inspections, including maintaining GMP standards, performing microbiological testing (ATP swabs, culture swabs), and verifying product codes and chart recorders.
Use measurement tools and processes to verify product quality, set up inspection/measurement programs, and develop work instructions.
Coordinate with third-party testing services, laboratories, and suppliers.
Assist in developing and implementing quality assurance policies and procedures.
Monitor and report on quality metrics, assess performance, identify trends, and collaborate with production teams to drive improvements.
Manage and report on quality systems (e.g., receiving inspections, non-conforming material, calibration).
Conduct finished product inspections for compliance with specifications and perform metal detector challenges, calibration verifications, and organoleptic evaluations.
Enforce food safety and quality policies, including HACCP, GMPs, and SSOPs.
Assist in solving problems by analyzing data, investigating issues, and recommending actions.
Qualifications:
Education & Experience:
Associate’s degree in Food Safety, Food Science, or a related field, or 2 years of relevant experience in a food manufacturing environment.
Minimum of 2 years’ experience in Food Safety, quality assurance or quality control.
HACCP Certified; In-House Laboratory Certified.
Knowledge of food processing, HACCP, SQF, and regulatory compliance.
Experience with SQF certification is a plus.
Skills & Knowledge:
Strong knowledge of Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs) and Food Safety regulations.
Familiarity with quality assurance software and tools for testing and documentation.
Bilingual in English and Spanish is a plus.
Ability to perform basic lab analysis on in-process and finished products.
Experience with product inspection and batch testing, including microbiological activities.
Skills & Knowledge:
Ability to work independently with strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
Ability and willingness to work overtime and weekends as needed.
Availability to work in cold environments and remain standing throughout the workday while conducting walk-throughs.
Ability to follow written or oral instructions and effectively implement them in daily operations.
Comfort with handling various hand tools and equipment (knives, scales, X-ray machine) for product testing.
Strong communication skills to educate and train staff on quality standards.
Ability to analyze data, investigate issues, and recommend actionable solutions.
Willingness to offer suggestions for improving work processes and contributing to continuous improvement efforts.
Comfortable with constant exposure to loud noise and occasional lifting (<35 lbs).
Join us in our commitment to excellence by ensuring that our products meet the highest food safety and quality standards!
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $55,000.00 per year
Benefits:
401(k)
Dental insurance
Health insurance
Paid time off
Schedule:
10 hour shift
8 hour shift
Monday to Friday
Overtime
Weekends as needed
Shift availability:
Day Shift (Preferred)
Ability to Commute:
Carlstadt, NJ 07072 (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
Carlstadt, NJ 07072: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
Title: Quality Assurance Technician
Company: The Ziegenfelder Company
Location: Denver, CO
