Litehouse Inc. is hiring: 3rd Shift QA Technician I in Lowell

Overview

Join Litehouse as a QA Technician I in Lowell, MI. Shift: 3rd Shift, 11:00pm-7:30am. Starting pay: $18.44/hr. Additional pay: 3rd Shift differential of $3/hr.

As a QA Technician, you will play a vital role in maintaining product quality and safety by performing in-process checks, inspections, and analytical tests. You will help validate that our food safety systems, from HACCP to GMP, are running as they should.

About Litehouse Foods Litehouse started in the Hope, Idaho restaurant of the Hawkins family 60 years ago. Since that time, we have become the leader in refrigerated salad dressings, dips, sauces, herbs, and cheese, manufacturing these products at facilities in Michigan, Utah, Virginia, and Idaho. Litehouse offers its diverse portfolio of products through general retail, e-commerce, foodservice, deli, member stores, and value-added goods, with a strong commitment to our employees and the communities in which we operate.

Great People Deserve Great Benefits!

• 401(k) + 401(k) Matching
• Dental, Health, Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Paid Time Off + Additional Personal Day
• Biweekly pay
• 8 Paid Holidays
• Paid sick time after 6 months
• Shift Differential
• Career advancement opportunities and recognition programs

Responsibilities

• Conduct line checks, first case checks, and beaker weights to ensure ongoing product quality
• Reviewing and signing off on MVI jobs; pulling reports and adding jobs as needed
• Perform analytical tests, such as titrations and specification reviews
• Verify sanitation procedures and environmental monitoring
• Manage product hold status: tagging, logging, investigating, and updating systems (ERP/SharePoint)
• Investigate customer complaints and pull retain samples and production documentation
• Document and report findings in accordance with food safety protocols

Qualifications

• Some knowledge of ROSS, NWA, SharePoint, or similar systems preferred
• Strong computer skills, including Microsoft Office Suite
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to present information professionally in team settings and via email
• Understanding of quality manufacturing principles such as HACCP, GMP, and SQF standards
• Passion for process improvement and a sharp eye for detail

Employment Type & Seniority

• Employment type: Full-time
• Seniority level: Entry level
• Job function: Quality Assurance
• Industries: Food and Beverage Manufacturing

Note

We do not offer sponsorship. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. Must be able to pass a background check. Any job offer will be based on the results of the background check.