Who We Are
Headquartered in Vineland, NJ, F&S Fresh Foods is leading the way in fresh-cut fruit, vegetables, and meal solutions distribution. With the recent acquisition of five additional state-of-the-art facilities strategically located across the U.S., we now deliver to customers across the United States and Canada
every single day!
For over 40 years, we've been redefining production and safety processes, building strong partnerships, and creating endless possibilities for our diverse customers
from restaurants and supermarket prepared food operations to convenience store chains and beyond. At F&S, we are fueling families with nutrition, innovation, and convenience, turning meals into memorable moments. By combining cutting-edge technology, deep-rooted customer relationships, and operational excellence, we are shaping the future of fresh
from farm to family.
We're not just about food; we're about people. Recognized as a Great Place to Work for three consecutive years, our team of 2,100 full-time employees drives our culture forward by living our values every day. If you're ready to be part of a company that values innovation, excellence, and community impact, join us as we embrace our next exciting chapter of growth. Together, we're planting the seeds of progress and nourishing a fresh, healthy future for everyone!
What We Offer
Competitive compensation package
Comprehensive benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision and Life Insurance
401(K) including company match!
Paid Time Off annually + Paid Holidays
Career Advancement opportunities and Tuition Assistance
What's the Role
The QA Technician plays a critical role in verifying and documenting food safety and quality requirements across incoming materials, in-process production, and finished products at our Riverside, CA facility. This position ensures that customer specifications and all local, state, and federal food safety regulations are consistently met, protecting both product integrity and F&S's reputation for excellence. The role matters because it serves as a frontline safeguard, identifying and escalating food safety or quality concerns before they can reach our customers. The ideal candidate is highly detail-oriented and self-motivated, comfortable working independently in a fast-paced, chilled production environment, and has the integrity to stop production when standards are not met.
What You'll Own
Conduct pre-operation and in-process inspections to verify food safety and quality standards
Perform CCP monitoring, including temperature logs, sanitation checks, labeling, and package integrity checks
Complete USDA swabbing, shelf-life testing, and environmental sample collection
Calibrate and maintain scales, thermometers, and other QA testing equipment
Verify receiving documentation, temperature logs, FIFO rotation, and allergen segregation
Maintain accurate QA records, product retains, and traceability documentation in the QMS
Support internal and external food safety and quality audits and track corrective actions
Escalate food safety or quality concerns to QA Supervisor or QA Manager as needed
What You Bring
Required Qualifications:
1-2 years food manufacturing experience
Strong attention to detail and documentation accuracy
Working knowledge of GMPs, HACCP, sanitation, allergens, and CCP monitoring
Ability to identify and escalate food safety or quality concerns immediately
High integrity and willingness to stop production when standards are not met
Strong organizational skills and ability to work independently
Effective communication with production and QA leadership
Preferred Certifications:
HACCP
USDA-FSIS/FDA/GFSI regulatory awareness
Experience in refrigerated or RTE food manufacturing preferred
Physical Demands:
While performing the duties of this job, the QA Technician is regularly required to stand, walk, talk, and hear; sit for prolonged periods; and use hands to finger, handle, lift, or feel. The role involves frequent exposure to chilled temperatures within operations and warehouse environments, and requires the ability to lift, reach, and move up to 25 pounds. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this role.
F&S is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity in its workforce. We encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds. Join us in shaping the future of F&S Fresh Foods
Notice of AI Use in Job Application Review
As part of our commitment in creating a fair, efficient, and consistent hiring process we may use artificial intelligence (AI) to help our recruiting teams organize, summarize, and analyze information provided by candidates, including resumes, application responses, and other materials submitted during the application process.AI may be used to identify patterns, highlight relevant skills, and experience, and assist in comparing a candidate?s qualifications with the requirement of a specific role. These tools are to improve efficiency and consistency while supporting more informed hiring decisions, which will ultimately be made by the hiring team.