🥇 Job Title: 2nd Shift Quality Assurance Technician

Location: Albert Lea, MN
Department: Quality Assurance
Employment Type: Full-Time, Non-Exempt
Wage: $21.00
Reports To: Quality Assurance Supervisor

Why Join Mrs. Gerry’s Kitchen?

At Mrs. Gerry’s Kitchen, LLC we create delicious, high quality, prepared foods so everyone has more time to enjoy life.

We believe in purpose-driven work, innovation without compromise, and investing in our people. If you're looking to lead with impact, build high-performing teams, and grow in a future-focused company, we want to meet you.

The Quality Assurance Technician will help develop and maintain Quality Assurance procedures, a HACCP plan, and product quality and wholesomeness, while adhering to specifications. 

What You’ll Do

As our 2nd Shift Quality Assurance Technician, you’ll:

• Support Quality Assurance function of business by assuring that process, product, and environment will be sanitary, wholesome, and consistent in quality.
• Learn microbiological testing/plating procedures, prepare plates and swabs, plate products, and interpret results.
• Monitor quality and volume of ingredients during processing.
• Support adherence to hygiene and sanitation rules and complete daily checks as necessary
• Make sure finished products have proper code date, recipes are being followed, ingredients are at proper temperature, ingredients are received in proper condition, etc.
• Assist with plant inspections by Military, FDA, Minnesota Department of Agriculture, and third-party audits.
• Perform pre–operation inspections to monitor sanitation of plant.
• Do daily periodic plant checks for proper weights including retail, private label and bulk items.
• Gather data and complete documentation for plant production as assigned
• Do weekly GMP inspections from a building, equipment, and utensil perspective

 What You Bring to the Table

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED); or one to three months related experience and/or training
• Employee must be willing to be HACCP certified.
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
• Ability to write routine reports and correspondence.
• Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.
• Ability to follow HACCP and SQF programs.
• Ability to follow all Food Safety procedures.

Bonus Points for:

• Food manufacturing quality assurance experience preferred.

• HACCP Certified preferred.

What We Offer

• Competitive Wage – get rewarded for driving results
• Health & Wellness – Full medical, dental, vision, and Employee Assistance Program
• Paid Time Off – Including holidays and personal days
• Retirement Plan – 401(k) with company match, profit sharing
• Growth & Leadership Development – Training, mentorship, and personal growth opportunities
• Mission-Driven Culture – Be part of a company focused on sustainability, transparency, and community

Who You’ll Work With

You’ll join a collaborative and growth-minded team. You’ll report to the Quality Assurance Supervisor and have direct influence on our product.

🎯 Our Hiring Process

1. www.mrsgerrys.com/careers
2. Interview with the team
3. Quick decisions — we move fast for the right fit

🌍 Diversity & Inclusion

We’re proud to be an equal-opportunity employer. We believe that diverse teams create better solutions, and we actively seek team members from all backgrounds, identities, and perspectives.

📩 Apply Now

Take the lead in becoming our customer’s favorite prepared foods partner. Apply today to join a company where your voice and work matters.

Mrs. Gerry’s Kitchen, LLC is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer

All Qualified Candidates are Encouraged to Apply