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Wonder · 11 hours ago

Quality Control Lead

Fairfield, NJ

Full-time

Onsite

New Grad, Entry, Mid Level

$19.50/hr - $21.50/hr

0+ years exp

Wonder is a food-tech startup aiming to revolutionize home dining. As a Quality Control Lead, you will ensure food safety and quality standards are met by monitoring various activities and leading a team of Quality Control Associates.

E-CommerceFood and BeverageFood DeliveryRestaurants

Responsibilities

Lead and support QC Associates in executing daily quality operations while assisting the QC Supervisor with team coordination, task organization, and performance monitoring

Ensure timely completion of all QC checks, including assisting with start-of-shift assignments, break and shift coverage, record reviews, verifications, and shift changeover reporting

Collaborate with Sanitation, Facilities, and Production teams to ensure alignment on food safety and quality standards, and support routine GMP audits, adenosine triphosphate (ATP) swabbing, cleanliness inspections, and pre-operational checks

Monitor and document Critical Control Points (CCPs), including refrigeration and cooling processes, to ensure compliance with HACCP and Food Safety Plans

Conduct quality checks across production, including batch testing, label verification, leak detection, and verification of equipment calibration (thermometers, scales) and sanitation chemical concentrations

Identify and document non-conforming items, manage product holds, and assist with implementing corrective and preventive actions (CAPA)

Maintain QC equipment records and ensure calibration schedules are met; oversee sanitation documentation (daily, weekly, monthly) for accuracy and completion

Monitor and manage QC supply inventory to ensure all areas remain properly stocked

Oversee the receiving and delivery process for incoming products (fresh, frozen, and dry), ensuring proper temperatures and compliance with food safety requirements

Distribution Center - Assist in facilitating the daily operations and activities in the outbound warehouse areas prior to dispatch, while ensuring food safety measures are met during the process

Lead and support training initiatives

Complete other duties as assigned

Qualification

Quality Control experienceHACCP knowledgeFood safety standardsServSafe certificationUSDA/FDA experienceGFSI certificationTechnology proficiencyFood Manufacturing equipmentModified Atmosphere PackagingReduced Oxygen PackagingCommunication skillsTeamworkAttention to detailSelf-motivated

Required

9 + months experience in Quality Control or Quality Assurance role in a Food Service Environment

6+ months experience using technology such as smart phones and tablets, inputting, accessing, modifying, or outputting information

Self-motivated and self-directed with strong communication skills

Ability to work effectively in team environments

Exceptional attention to detail and a strong sense of urgency in a fast-paced environment

HACCP guideline knowledge

18 years old and legally authorized to work in the US

Ability to communicate effectively as needed to carry out job functions, including reading, writing and basic arithmetic (addition and subtraction)

Able to lift, pull, and push 50 pounds of weight by oneself

Able to stand a full shift while working

Able to work evenings and weekends

Comfortable working in various temperatures including cold environments (34-40 degrees Fahrenheit) and occasional freezer temperatures that can range anywhere from 0-10 degrees Fahrenheit