Food Safety & Quality Technician - 3rd Shift

Company: Tandem Foods
Location: Central Islip
Posted on: March 22, 2026

Job Description:

Description The QA Technician in a Food Manufacturing plant is responsible for the quality, food safety and aesthetics of the product. The QA technicians follow through on set processes and ensure adherence to good manufacturing practices (GMP), food safety, BRC standards and product quality standards. Duties and responsibilities Collect swab results Enter results into data base Review results to ensure compliance with specifications Provide feedback to operators and manufacturing mangers regarding non-conforming products and packaging Communicate results according to established communication methods Ensure that assigned area is clean at all times following established cleaning and sanitation practices Informs Quality and Production Manager of any food safety problems Adhere to all Standard Operating Procedures and job instructions Take corrective actions when measures are out of specification Take and document required process, quality measures Meet or exceed established targets Adhere to the company's Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs) and the general food safety standards of BRC. Responsible for routine cleaning and general maintenance of the workspace as assigned. Responsible to verify all product produced by Tandem Foods is into customer specification. Responsible to verify production process meet company and customer standards. (Brix, Moisture, etc.) Perform other related duties as assigned, alerting team leaders and managers of idle time. Qualifications 2-3 years of production team experience is preferred Must have a High School degree/GED or equivalent education Ability to read and write English and Spanish Strong verbal communication skills Mathematical aptitude Physical dexterity Ability to regularly use ladders and stairs Required Preferred Job Industries Warehouse & Production

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