TruRoots Company · 2 months ago
Quality Assurance Technician II
Havre de Grace, MD
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid Level
2+ years expTruRoots Company is dedicated to food safety and quality initiatives. The Quality Technician II supports these initiatives through environmental monitoring, product evaluation, and compliance management within the facility.
Food and BeverageOrganic
No H1B
Responsibilities
Support the facility’s environmental monitoring program, including data collection and review
Support finished product evaluations, including sensory testing, pH, brix, and other analytical measures
Assist with the disposition and timely release of finished products that meet internal specifications
Perform inspection and testing of incoming raw materials, ingredients, and packaging components as needed
Perform program and/or site assessments as needed
Compile, review, and analyze test data to identify quality trends or areas of concern
Maintain accurate and organized records of environmental, incoming, and product testing in appropriate systems
Support Quality Supervisor in preparing trend reports, graphs, and summaries for internal use or audits
Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives
Actively participate in site meetings related to GMPs, HACCP, food safety, and food defense
Provide input during risk assessments, preventive control discussions, and food safety team reviews
Ensure compliance with HACCP, GMPs, FSMA, BRC, Organic and other site-specific programs
Support and participate in internal audits, inspections, and regulatory reviews
Assist in the management of product holds and investigation of deviations or non-conformances
Act as a technical resource for documentation, SOP adherence, and standard quality procedures
Provide guidance and training to other staff as requested
Serve as backup for other QA roles, including support for finished goods release and quality checks during off-shifts or absences
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to troubleshoot quality issues and provide real-time resolution on the production floor
Qualification
Required
Associate degree in Food Science, Biology, Microbiology, or related field required
2–4 years of experience in a food manufacturing quality or lab environment
Proficient in microbiological and analytical testing methods used in food production
Critical thinker with a high attention to detail
Skilled in documentation control, test record accuracy, and data integrity best practices
Effective communication skills across teams and departments
Ability to manage multiple tasks with precision and a high level of organization
Comfortable participating in and contributing to food safety discussions and audits
Preferred
Bachelor's degree in Food Science, Biology, Microbiology, or related field
HACCP Certification
PCQI (Preventive Controls Qualified Individual)
Better Process Control School
Company
TruRoots Company
TruRoots Company is a food and beverage company that cultivate brands and delicious products that nourish families and communities.
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
Adam Carr
Chief Executive Officer
Lonny Mallach
Chief Financial Officer
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