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About this Quality Technician role at Smucker's

Smucker's · Onsite · Arkadelphia, AR
The QA Technician ensures that all products meet Hostess Brands’ quality and food safety standards. This role is responsible for monitoring production, performing inspections and tests, and maintaining accurate records to support compliance with internal policies and external regulations (e.g., FDA, USDA, SQF).

Key Responsibilities

  • Perform routine quality checks on raw materials, in-process, and finished products
  • Monitor and verify production processes meet regulatory and company standards
  • Document test results, deviations, and corrective actions in a timely manner
  • Calibrate and maintain testing equipment as required
  • Support internal audits and third-party inspections
  • Communicate effectively with production, sanitation, and maintenance teams to resolve quality issues
  • Assist in root cause analysis and continuous improvement initiatives
  • Ensure proper labeling, traceability, and allergen controls are in place
  • Follow all safety and GMP (Good Manufacturing Practices) guidelines

Qualifications

  • High School diploma or GED required; associate degree or food science coursework preferred
  • Previous QA/QC or food manufacturing experience a plus
  • Familiarity with HACCP, GMP, SQF, or similar food safety programs
  • Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
  • Basic computer skills (e.g., MS Office, data entry systems)
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced production environment and handle multiple tasks
  • Ability to work 12-hour shifts.
  • Flexibility to work various shifts, including weekends or holidays, as needed

Work Environment

  • Manufacturing/plant setting with exposure to food ingredients and industrial equipment
  • Standing, walking, lifting (up to 30 lbs), and wearing PPE for extended periods may be required

Right Place for You

We are bold, kind, strive to do the right thing, we play to win, and we believe in a strong community that thrives together. Our culture is rooted in our Basic Beliefs, and we believe in supporting every employee by meeting their physical, emotional, and financial needs.

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The Right Place for You 

We are bold, kind, strive to do the right thing, we play to win, and we believe in a strong community that thrives together. Our culture is rooted in our Basic Beliefs, and we believe in supporting every employee by meeting their physical, emotional, and financial needs. 

Stay connected with us on LinkedIn® 

We're an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, age, national origin, disability status or protected veteran status. 

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About Smucker's

The J. M. Smucker Co. (the “Company”) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. No person will be discriminated against in hiring or in any other aspect of their employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, transgender status, marital status, familial status, disability, genetic information, protected veteran/military status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local law.

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