Weekend Quality Technician Days

Job Title: Weekend Quality Technician
Location: Mishawaka, IN
Department: Quality
Job Type: Hourly (Weekend Schedule – 24 hrs worked, paid for 32 hrs)

About United Petfood Producers USA Inc.

United Petfood is a private label producer of high-quality dry & wet pet food, biscuits, and snacks. We are a Belgian family business with 25 high-tech pet kitchens in Europe and the US.

Joining us means being part of an international, passionate, and driven team with one common goal: a healthy planet filled with healthy pets! We value long-lasting partnerships, innovation, and providing an environment where our people can grow and thrive.

Learn more: United Petfood Producers USA, Inc.

Position Summary

United Petfood is seeking a Weekend Quality Technician to join our Mishawaka team. This role is ideal for candidates who want a weekend-only schedule, working two 12-hour shifts (Saturday & Sunday, 6:00 AM – 6:00 PM). Weekend QA Technicians receive 32 hours of pay for 24 hours worked.

The Quality Technician is responsible for maintaining food safety and quality programs, performing in-process testing, and ensuring compliance with GFSI standards, customer requirements, and company policies.

Schedule & Pay

• Work Hours: Saturdays & Sundays, 6:00 AM – 6:00 PM

• Hours Worked: 24 hours/week

• Hours Paid: 32 hours/week

Key Responsibilities

• Verify in-process testing performed by production operators (NIR – moisture, fat, protein; Aw – water activity, density, dimensions).

• Work with Processing Technicians and Shift Managers to address any out-of-specification product, completing support documentation.

• Conduct direct observations and verification of preventive controls (PCs) for food safety compliance.

• Perform GMP inspections, environmental swabbing, and pre-operational checks.

• Run laboratory tests for raw materials and finished products.

• Analyze data and provide results to management.

• Maintain the sample library and submit samples for third-party testing when needed.

• Review analytical and pre-shipment documentation to release finished products.

• Accurately complete all quality and food safety documentation.

• Support continuous improvement in quality and food safety programs.

• Perform other duties as assigned.

Workplace Safety

• Complete safety documentation and ensure compliance with safety standards.

• Participate in mandatory safety trainings.

• Immediately report safety issues, near misses, and injuries.

Quality & Food Safety

• Maintain compliance with company food safety programs and BRC system requirements.

• Participate in food safety and quality training.

• Take corrective actions when quality or food safety issues are identified.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Food Science, Microbiology, Meat Science, or equivalent experience.

• Quality Assurance experience in food or pet food manufacturing preferred.

• Strong time management, prioritization, and problem-solving skills.

• Ability to influence and collaborate effectively across teams.

• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

• Detail oriented, with the ability to work independently and as part of a team.

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint).

• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs, stand for extended periods, bend, reach, push/pull up to 50 lbs, and climb ladders/catwalks.

Preferred Qualifications

• Knowledge of food manufacturing policies and procedures.

• Familiarity with GFSI and BRC quality systems.

• Previous lab testing or QA experience in production environments.

Equal Opportunity Employer:
United Petfood Producers USA Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive workplace for all employees.