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 Requisition ID: 42456  Job DescriptionIn every role, McCainers are ambitious, curious, and passionate about creating exceptional work experiences – together. With a customer-first mindset, we make doing business with McCain easy. About the role.The FSQ Technician plays a critical role in supporting Food Safety & Quality (FSQ) operations by performing quality checks, laboratory testing, and documentation review throughout the production process. This role helps ensure finished products meet all food safety, quality, and regulatory requirements while supporting continuous improvement initiatives across the plant. The FSQ Technician works closely with the Quality Team and production partners to identify, resolve, and prevent quality issues. What you’ll be doing.Perform daily floor quality checks, including in-process inspections, grading sheets, and finished product evaluations.Release or place finished goods on hold based on quality and food safety criteria.Verify finished goods documentation to ensure positive release requirements are met.Conduct laboratory analyses using microbiological, chemical, physical, and sensory testing methods in accordance with GLP.Perform sample collection, plating, reading, swabbing, calibration, and testing per QMS and Internal Control Plan requirements.Place on hold and report out-of-specification materials; support investigations and corrective actions.Maintain accurate quality, food safety, and laboratory records (HACCP, SSOP, net contents, sensory, holds, corrective actions, etc.).Support investigations related to holds, consumer complaints, and improvement projects; help identify root causes and corrective actions.Support execution of GMPs, housekeeping, hygiene, and safety standards throughout the plant.Calibrate laboratory equipment and support sample shipment and PTO coverage as needed. What you’ll need to be successful.Associate’s degree in Food Science, Microbiology, Chemistry, or a related field, required.One year of manufacturing and/or laboratory experience in the food industry preferred (internship experience considered).Basic understanding of food safety, HACCP principles, and food regulatory requirements.Working knowledge of laboratory techniques, data recording, and Good Laboratory Practices (GLP).Strong attention to detail, initiative, and ability to work with urgency in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.Sound mathematical and basic food science/statistics skills with the ability to interpret data.Familiarity with manufacturing operations and quality systems.Proficiency in SAP is preferred. About the team.The FSQ Technician is part of the on-site Quality Team, working closely with FSQ leadership, production, sanitation, and operations partners. This role provides hands-on quality floor and lab support and contributes directly to maintaining McCain’s food safety and quality standards. About McCain.Click Here to learn more about McCain and how we provide opportunities to make an impact that matters. Leadership principles.At McCain, we live our leadership principles every day:Understanding customer needsDriving innovationEmpowering peopleTaking ownership to deliver results The McCain experience.At McCain, we foster a collaborative and inclusive culture where people are encouraged to grow, learn, and make a difference. We value teamwork, continuous improvement, and personal development, while supporting an environment where safety, quality, and respect come first. McCain provides opportunities for career growth and a workplace where your contributions truly matter. Compensation Package:  - Starting at 21.18 USD hourly + Bonus eligibility + Hourly Pay Differential for applicable shifts The above reflects the target compensation range for the position at the time of posting. Hiring compensation will be determined based on experience, skill set, education and training, and other organizational needs. This posting is for an existing vacancy.