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Tay Ho

Food Quality Control

Santa Ana, CA

$20 - $28/hr

Looking for a Qualified and Passionate candidate experienced in Food Industry for a Quality Control of a leading food company. * All food technologists or related College degree be accepted to apply.

PayCruit, LLC

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Quality Control Technician

Madera, CA · On-site

$17/hr

Follow GMP and food safety procedures If you have previous QC experience in the food industry and are looking for a stable opportunity, we encourage you to apply. Apply today!

F.H. Paschen

Quality Control Manager

Raleigh, NC

... contract requirements and industry standards when applicable. * Coordinate and Schedule quality ... Develop new quality control check sheets when required and submit to Sr. QCM for approval.

F.H. Paschen

Quality Control Manager

Raleigh, NC · On-site

... contract requirements and industry standards when applicable. * Coordinate and Schedule quality ... Develop new quality control check sheets when required and submit to Sr. QCM for approval.

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How much do contract food industry quality control jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 14, 2026, the average yearly pay for contract food industry quality control in the United States is $81,324.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $60,500.00 and $100,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Contract Food Industry Quality Control vs Food Safety Auditor?

AspectContract Food Industry Quality ControlFood Safety Auditor
CertificationsHACCP, SQF, GFSI certificationsHACCP, GFSI, ISO 22000 certifications
Work EnvironmentManufacturing plants, food production facilitiesAuditing sites, regulatory agencies, client locations
Employer & Industry UsageFood manufacturing companies, contractorsConsulting firms, certification bodies, regulatory agencies

Contract Food Industry Quality Control professionals focus on inspecting and maintaining quality standards within food production facilities, ensuring compliance with industry regulations. Food Safety Auditors evaluate entire food safety management systems through audits, often across multiple sites or companies. While both roles require similar certifications and work in food environments, quality control emphasizes ongoing monitoring, whereas food safety auditors conduct periodic assessments to verify compliance.

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Infographic showing various Contract Food Industry Quality Control job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 76% Full Time, 8% Part Time, 12% Contract, and 4% Nights. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $81,324 per year, or $39.1 per hour.

Quality Control Manager (Food Industry)

Spices USA

Hialeah, FL • On-site

$35K - $45K/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 2 days ago

Job description

Do you have a passion for ensuring the highest quality standards in the food industry? We are seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented Quality Assurance Specialist to join our team. If you are a meticulous individual with a strong understanding of quality assurance principles and excellent supervisory skills, we invite you to be part of our dynamic and growing organization.
At Spices USA we believe in providing a supportive and inclusive workplace where your expertise and contributions as a Quality Assurance Specialist will be valued. Join our team and be part of an organization committed to delivering products that meet or exceed customer expectations and regulatory requirements. If you are ready to take on this exciting challenge and have the skills and qualifications we are looking for, we encourage you to apply.
Specific Duties
  • To inspect, spot check, and supervise inspectors, technicians, and other staff to make sure the standard of quality does not diminish, and to provide guidance and feedback
  • Understand customer needs and requirements to develop effective quality control processes
  • Set requirements for suppliers and monitor their compliance
  • Collaborate with HR to ensure adherence to health and safety guidelines
  • Oversee all product development procedures to identify deviations from quality standards
  • Keep accurate documentation and perform statistical analysis
  • Submit detailed reports to appropriate executives in a timely manner
  • Perform executed batch record reviews
  • Create and keep track of product lot specific documentation
  • Internal and external audit oversight
  • Review all analytical test results relevant to microbiology lab as required
  • Assure accuracy of SOPs relating to microbiology, including creation and revision
  • Assist in qualifications/validation process related to microbiology
  • Review and approve incidents, deviations, investigations, change control and OOS as required
  • Work with colleagues in operations to resolve quality and compliance issues
  • Serve as the back up to release raw materials and components for the GMP operations
  • Perform any additional duties and tasks assigned to the Quality Department
Requirements
This position will frequently team with other quality assurance agencies in order to produce documents such as:
Kosher certifications
  • Certificate of Analysis (COA)
  • Phytosanitary Certification
  • USDA Certification
  • FDA Certification
Requirements
  • Fully Bilingual - both writing and speaking
  • 1-2 years of experience in a quality assurance position
  • Experience in food related markets are preferred
  • Experience in manufacturing and production scheduling preferred
  • In person/On site Job Opportunity
  • Ability to collaborate
  • Ability to demonstrate managerial and leadership skills
What we offer!
  • 75% Health care plan (medical, dental, and vision)
  • 5-10 Vacation Days accrued by service time
  • Personal Days
  • Retirement plan (401K) 3% Annual Company contribution
  • Salary: 35,000- 45,000 a year, depending on experience.

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