Quality Assurance Technician

Role Overview

Nestlé USA is hiring a Quality Assurance Technician in Trenton, Missouri. This role supports the company’s mission to deliver trusted food brands while contributing to an environment that values inclusion, learning, collaboration, and innovation. The position is site-based and is not eligible for visa sponsorship.

What You’ll Be Responsible For

The QA Technician will help maintain product safety, quality, and compliance across plant operations. The role covers safety practices, quality checks, operational support, and coordination with different teams on shift.

Safety Duties

• Apply machine-specific lockout/tagout procedures for equipment used by the QA team.
• Wear and correctly use PPE, including food-safety-related gear, at all times.

Quality Duties

• Recognize control points and critical control points within the process.
• Understand allergen controls and the correct handling of allergen-related materials.
• Follow procedures related to thermal processing, metal detection, sanitation, and prevention of foreign materials.
• Find and interpret product quality specifications for items currently being produced.
• Spot out-of-specification conditions and take the appropriate corrective action.

Operational Duties

• Support plant QA functions in roles such as Flash 18 Line Tech, Receiving Tech, Can Seam Tech, and Lab Tech.
• Complete required paperwork accurately and identify relevant specifications and requirements.
• Use SAP/DMO NCC New Weight Program as part of daily work.
• Escalate quality issues to QA leadership, the control room, and the labeling warehouse.
• Train other operators on QA-related tasks when needed.
• Coordinate handoffs with the previous and next shift to keep operations running smoothly.
• Carry out master sanitation tasks as assigned.
• Perform any other duties assigned by management.

Candidate Expectations

• Bring a strong team mindset and motivation to the role.
• Stay safety-focused throughout the workday.
• Communicate clearly in both speaking and writing.
• Be open to cross-training in other plant roles.
• Maintain a strong attendance and performance record.
• Follow the Employee Handbook and site rules.
• Be able to read and write.

Equal Opportunity and Accommodation

Nestlé states that it is an equal employment opportunity employer. Hiring decisions are made without discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected status. Candidates needing accommodation during the recruitment process may request support confidentially by contacting accommodations@nestle.com or by dialing 711 and providing 1-800-321-6467 to the operator.

Additional Information

Job Requisition: 410024

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