Quality Assurance Technician

About Harvest Moon Baking CompanyHarvest Moon Baking Company (HMBC) is proud to be a Colorado-owned company. From its establishment in 2006, HMBC has stayed true to old-school baking traditions, using pure, simple ingredients (no artificial preservatives) with an unwavering commitment to quality and consistency.We are grateful for our amazing team of artisans who have contributed to our 20-year success. If you’re interested in joining a team of talented, motivated, exceptional individuals, HMBC is a place you can put your skills to work, and we can accomplish something great together.SUMMARYThe Quality Assurance (QA) Technician supports the Quality Assurance Manager in implementing and maintaining all SQF, GMP, and food safety programs within the bakery and ensures that production activities meet all company, regulatory, and customer standards for product quality, safety, and consistency. The QA Technician conducts routine inspections, monitors critical control points, supervises sanitation teams, and assists in the continuous improvement of quality systems.BENEFITS & PERKSStarting Pay: $21 to $25 per hour, depending on experience and qualifications.Dental and Vision Insurance: Available after 60 daysHealth Insurance: Available to eligible full-time employees after 1 yearAdditional Benefits: EAP, Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity, and Life Insurance options401(k) Retirement Savings Plan: Available after 6 monthsPaid Leave: Provided in accordance with applicable Colorado and federal lawsSupportive team environment with training and professional development opportunitiesKEY RESPONSIBILITIES Daily Quality & Safety MonitoringPerform personal hygiene inspections for each shift to ensure compliance with GMP requirements.Perform daily operational inspection checks to verify adherence to quality and safety standards.Complete scale calibrations and verify the accuracy of measurement equipment.Monitor shipping temperatures, metal detector performance, and dough ball weights through direct observation and documentation.Verify hoagie lengths, loaf portion quality, and other product specifications at designated checkpoints.Observe and document finished-product and packaging evaluations to ensure consistency in quality attributes.Conduct daily label review observations to ensure accuracy and compliance.Sanitation & Environmental OversightProvide direct supervision of both AM and PM Sanitation Teams, ensuring compliance with sanitation standards and completion of assigned tasks.Conduct scheduled sanitation inspections and verify completion of daily, weekly, and monthly sanitation tasks.Gather and reconcile blades at the end of each shift to support foreign material control.Raw Material & Receiving VerificationAudit incoming raw materials for supplier specifications, quality, and food security.Ensure all raw materials are properly tagged with HMBC ID labels.Perform weekly lot number reconciliation for raw materials.Review receiving slips to confirm accuracy and compliance with documentation standards.Product Quality EvaluationCollect and prepare samples for sensory evaluation of finished products.Support quality assessments to ensure products meet established standards for appearance, texture, and flavor.Compliance, Reporting & Continuous ImprovementReport any safety or quality non-conformances to the Quality Assurance Manager.Ensure employees adhere to all safety, quality, and GMP regulations.Identify and report quality anomalies, potential contamination risks, or deviations from standard procedures.Assist the Quality Assurance Manager with Corrective and Preventive Action (CAPA) investigations, including documentation and follow-up.Recommend improvements to quality control processes and contribute to production efficiency initiatives.Provide team member training related to GMPs, quality standards, and proper production practices.REQUIRED SKILLS/ABILITIESEffective communication skills and ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams with a solution-focused mindset.Strong attention to detail and ability to follow established procedures.Excellent time-management skills with proven ability to meet deadlines.Ability to assist in CAPA investigations, including root cause analysis and corrective action follow-through.Ability to work in a fast-paced production environment and stand for extended periods.Proficient in all MS Office programsEDUCATION AND EXPERIENCEExperience in a third-party audited food manufacturing facility, bakery operations, or quality assurance, preferred.Experience supervising or leading teams (preferably in sanitation or production environments), required.Knowledge of Safe Quality Food (SQF), Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), Hazard Analysis Critical Control Point (HACCP), and food safety regulations is required.Must be flexible to work hours as needed, including early mornings, nights, and weekendsFUNCTIONAL BACKUPQuality Assurance ManagerWORKING CONDITIONSPosition requires prolonged standing, bending, stooping, twisting, and lifting products and supplies weighing up to 50 lbs., as well as repetitive hand and wrist motion. Working with hot, cold, and hazardous equipment.Physical Requirement & FrequencyBend -Occasionally Climb/Crawl - Rarely Sit - RarelyKneel - OccasionallySquat - OccasionallyStand/Walk - ConstantlyMental Requirements & FrequencyCommunicate Orally: ConstantlyEvaluating: ConstantlyPerform Calculations: Occasionally Read/Comprehend: FrequentlyReason/Analyze: FrequentlyWrite: Frequently HIRING PROCESSApplication Deadline: August 11th, 2026This date represents our anticipated application deadline and may be extended based on business needs. Interested? Click "apply now" and include an updated resume for consideration. If we choose to proceed with your application, be on the lookout for a text or email from us to set up an initial interview. Internal Applicants: Current First Meridian Services employees must meet applicable internal transfer eligibility requirements to be considered for this opportunity. Generally, employees must have been in their current position for at least six months and have no disciplinary documentation within the previous six months. Please get in touch with your manager or HR with questions regarding eligibility. First Meridian is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, or protected veteran status. First Meridian Services utilizes E-Verify to confirm work eligibility within the US.