Quality Technician

Legacy Bakehouse • Waukesha • 1d ago

Job Title: Quality Assurance Technician - Food Manufacturing
Locations: Waukesha, WI & Cudahy, WI
Job Type: Full-Time
Shifts: 1st, 2nd & 3rd
Pay: Competitive - Based on Experience
$500 Sign on Bonus

Now Hiring: Quality Assurance Technician - Food Manufacturing | Two Locations
| Competitive Pay Based on Experience | Full Benefits

Legacy Bakehouse is a growing SQF-certified food manufacturer with facilities in Waukesha and Cudahy, WI. We are seeking a detail-oriented Quality Assurance Technician to join our quality team. This is a hands-on, floor-based role working directly in our production environment to ensure our products meet the highest standards of safety and quality every shift.

What You'll Do:

Conduct in-process quality checks on production lines throughout the shift
Monitor and document Critical Control Points (CCPs) and quality parameters
Perform testing on raw materials, in-process samples, and finished goods - including pH, moisture, weight, and temperature checks
Collect and process environmental and product samples for microbiological testing
Calibrate and maintain quality testing equipment and instruments
Identify, document, and communicate non-conformances; place non-conforming product on hold as needed
Support SQF and HACCP programs - complete documentation accurately and on time
Conduct GMP inspections and internal facility audits
Investigate quality deviations and support root cause analysis and corrective action
Provide quality-related feedback and support to production team members
Maintain quality records, logs, and standard operating procedures (SOPs)
Support third-party, customer, and regulatory audits

Shifts Available:

1st Shift
2nd Shift
3rd Shift

What We're Looking For:

1-3 years of quality assurance or quality control experience in food manufacturing preferred
Working knowledge of HACCP, SQF, and GMP principles required
Experience with laboratory testing equipment (pH meters, moisture analyzers, scales, temperature monitoring)
Strong attention to detail and accurate documentation skills
Ability to communicate quality issues clearly to production and management
Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel) for record-keeping
Degree in Food Science, Biology, Chemistry, or related field a plus - not required
Ability to stand for extended periods and work in a production environment

What We Offer:

Competitive pay based on experience
Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
401(k) with company match
Life, AD&D, and Short-Term Disability
Paid Time Off
Growth and advancement - we promote from within
Supportive, team-oriented culture
$500 Sign-On Bonus

We are actively interviewing - apply today.
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We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability, military service, protected veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law.