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Food QA Technician

ManpowerSeattle, WA🇺🇸United StatesPosted 14 Sept 2026

Why This Role Stands Out

Advance your career with a leading food manufacturing organization where you'll play a crucial role in ensuring product safety and quality through meticulous testing and problem-solving. This hybrid role offers a competitive hourly rate of $29, ideal for detail-oriented individuals with a background in food manufacturing or microbiology seeking to develop their skills within a reputable company. Apply today to contribute to a team dedicated to excellence in food production.

Quick Overview

Seniority
Mid Senior
Employment type
Full Time
Work mode
Hybrid
Location
Seattle, WA, United States
Posted
Yesterday
ComplianceContinuous ImprovementFood SafetyMicrosoft OfficeSAP

Job Description

Our client, a leading food manufacturing organization dedicated to quality and safety, is seeking a QA Lab Technician (2nd Shift) to join their team. As a QA Lab Technician, you will be part of the Quality Assurance department supporting various quality functions. The ideal candidate will demonstrate attention to detail, proactive problem-solving skills, and a commitment to maintaining high standards of food safety and quality, which will align successfully in the organization.

Job Title: QA Lab Technician (2nd Shift)

Location: Seattle, WA

Pay Range: $29

Shift: 2nd - M-F, 5:30 pm - 3:00 am, weekends as needed

What's the Job?

  • Perform quality tests and inspections on raw materials, in-process, and finished products to ensure compliance with safety and quality standards.
  • Conduct line audits, case checks, and finished product testing, including timely sampling and reporting of results.
  • Support troubleshooting operational issues and provide coaching to team members to uphold quality protocols.
  • Maintain accurate documentation, record keeping, and file management related to quality activities.
  • Lead plant inspections such as GMP, pre-op, and safety checks, and support allergen changeover testing and vendor quality issues.

What's Needed?

  • College diploma or 4 years of relevant experience in food manufacturing, with microbiology background preferred.
  • Ability to read, understand, and follow laboratory and physical testing protocols.
  • Proficiency with laboratory equipment, Microsoft Office, and SAP software.
  • Strong understanding of food safety standards, GMP practices, and quality assurance procedures.
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, handle high-speed tasks, and work overtime or on weekends as required.

What's in it for me?

  • Opportunity to work in a dynamic and supportive environment committed to quality and safety.
  • Engagement in meaningful work that impacts consumer safety and product excellence.
  • Potential for career growth within a reputable organization.
  • Collaborative team environment with a focus on continuous improvement.
  • Supportive management dedicated to employee development and success.

Upon completion of waiting period, associates are eligible for:

  • Medical and Prescription Drug Plans
  • Dental Plan
  • Supplemental Life Insurance
  • Short Term Disability Insurance
  • 401(k)

If this is a role that interests you and you'd like to learn more, click apply now and a recruiter will be in touch with you to discuss this great opportunity. We look forward to speaking with you!

About ManpowerGroup, Parent Company of: Manpower, Experis and Talent Solutions.

Manpower® is a global leader in contingent staffing and permanent resourcing, providing companies with strategic and operational flexibility and creating talent at scale. Our specialized recruiting teams assess and guide talent into meaningful, sustainable employment, while our PowerSuite technology enables deeper insight and smarter matching, helping candidates find opportunities that align with their strengths, experience, and career goals.

In this constantly shifting world, our flexible workforce solutions provide companies with the business agility needed to succeed. Manpower is part of the ManpowerGroup® (NYSE: MAN) family of brands, which also includes Experis and Talent Solutions. For more information about Manpower, follow us on LinkedIn, Facebook, X and Instagram.

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