Tech 2, FSQA- 2nd Shift

Why You’ll Love Working At Aspire Bakeries

• Culture - Our culture thrives on collaboration, diversity, and a shared passion for excellence. We support team members, empower growth, and encourage everyone to bring their authentic selves to work.
• Health & Wellness – Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, plus company-paid life insurance and additional voluntary options to fit your needs.
• Work-Life Balance – Paid parental leave, generous paid time off, and holidays so you can recharge and spend time on what matters most.
• Financial Security – Competitive retirement plans, plus short- and long-term disability coverage for peace of mind.
• Growth & Development – Opportunities to build skills, grow your career, and develop expertise through Aspire Bakeries’ learning and development programs.
• Flexibility & Support – HSA and FSA plans to help you manage everyday expenses.
• Recognition & Rewards – Performance incentive plans that celebrate achievements across sales, bakery performance, and individual contributions.

About the Role

We are seeking a Food Safety Quality Assurance Technician to join our team at our Santa Ana, CA bakery. As a Quality Assurance Technician, you will be accountable for ensuring food safety, quality, and regulatory compliance through product sampling, testing, inspections, and documentation activities. This role is critical to protecting consumers, meeting customer expectations, and maintaining compliance with food safety and quality management standards.

Shift & Schedule

• Shift: 2nd Shift
• Weekend availability: Required

Compensation

• Hourly Rate: $22.50 - $24.75
  
  

Core Accountabilities (What You’ll Be Doing)

• Ensure compliance with all applicable food safety regulations and company food safety standards.
• Conduct product sampling, testing, and documentation activities to support the Quality Management System (QMS).
• Monitor adherence to Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs), HACCP requirements, and GFSI standards.
• Perform food quality evaluations and identify product defects or non-conformances.
• Conduct routine bakery inspections to verify sanitation, pest control, personnel practices, and operational compliance.
• Escalate food safety and quality concerns and initiate product hold procedures when required.
• Support continuous improvement efforts to reduce customer complaints and enhance product quality.

Minimum Qualifications (What You Bring to the Table)

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Experience in the food manufacturing or food industry environment.
• Basic knowledge of HACCP (Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Points) principles.
• Ability to perform accurate documentation and recordkeeping.
• Proficiency with computers, including spreadsheet applications.
• Strong mathematical, written communication, and critical thinking skills.
• Ability to work independently and effectively manage changing priorities.

Preferred Qualifications (Extra Ingredients for Success)

• College-level coursework in food science, biology, chemistry, or a related scientific field.
• Training or experience with GFSI-recognized standards such as BRCGS or SQF.
• Previous quality assurance or food safety experience in a bakery or food manufacturing environment.
• GMP certification or advanced food safety training.
• Experience conducting audits, inspections, and quality evaluations.

Aspire Bakeries LLC values the contribution each Team Member brings to our organization. The final determination of a successful candidate’s starting pay will vary based on a number of factors, including, but not limited to location, shift, education, skill, and experience within the job or the industry. The pay scale listed for this position is generally for candidates that meet the specified qualifications and requirements listed in this specific job description. Additional pay may be determined for those candidates that exceed these specified qualifications and requirements. We provide a competitive compensation package that recognizes your experience, credentials, and education alongside a robust benefits program to meet your needs. For union-represented postings, wage rates and ranges are governed by applicable collective bargaining agreements.