Now Hiring: QA Level 2 Technician

Location: Knoxville, TN
Pay: $17.00 per hour
Schedule: Monday–Saturday, 5:00 AM until finish
Overtime: Common
Employment Type: Evaluation-to-Hire

Position Summary

Express Employment Professionals is hiring a QA Level 2 Technician for a local food manufacturing facility in Knoxville. This position is ideal for detail-oriented candidates with quality assurance experience, strong math skills, and a commitment to food safety. You will help ensure products meet quality standards through temperature monitoring, product sampling, inspections, and accurate documentation.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and record product temperatures during chilling and freezing processes.

• Operate automated temperature recording equipment.

• Collect, label, and document product samples for quality and microbiological testing.

• Prepare previous-day samples for laboratory pickup.

• Weigh and measure products on tray, cup, and single-portion packaging lines.

• Record production downtime and document its causes and duration.

• Complete quality checks to verify product accuracy and compliance.

• Maintain accurate QA records and follow established food safety procedures.

Qualifications

• At least one year of quality assurance experience; food manufacturing experience preferred.

• Strong math skills and proficiency using a calculator.

• Familiarity with industrial thermometers and temperature recording methods.

• High school diploma or GED required.

• Strong attention to detail and accurate recordkeeping.

• Ability to follow written procedures and maintain quality standards.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.

• Stand for extended periods on hard or wet floors.

• Frequent bending, kneeling, twisting, and reaching.

• Work in varying temperatures, including very cold and hot production areas.

Equipment Used

• Industrial thermometers and temperature recording equipment.

• Scales and measuring tools.

• Quality assurance and SQF documentation forms.

Why Apply?

• Consistent work with frequent overtime opportunities.

• Gain experience in food safety and quality assurance.

• Long-term opportunity in an established food manufacturing facility.

How to Apply

Apply online, text Bryson Clouse at (865) 724-0265, or visit our office in person to learn more.

Office Address: 8805 Kingston Pike, Knoxville, TN

Walk-In Hours: Monday–Friday, 9:30 AM–11:00 AM or 1:30 PM–3:00 PM.