What are the responsibilities and job description for the Food Quality Control Technician position at Stampede Culinary Partners?
At Stampede Culinary Partners in Sunland Park, NM, we don't just offer jobs-we offer careers with purpose. When you become our full-time Food Quality Control Technician, you'll be a key player in ensuring the safety, quality, and consistency of our products. We offer:
- Competitive pay
- Health, dental, and vision insurance
- HSA/FSA options
- Short- and long-term disability coverage (STD/LTD)
- Life and AD&D insurance
- Accident insurance
- Group hospital indemnity insurance
- Pet insurance
- 401(k) with company match
- Pension plan after 1 year
- Floating holidays
- Mental health support program
- Employee discounts on meat and veggies
- Event BBQs and recognition programs
- On-site parking and bus route access
SCHEDULE:
This is a full-time 2nd shift position, working Monday through Friday from 2 PM to 10 PM, with frequent overtime opportunities based on production needs.
DAY-TO-DAY:
As our Food Quality Control Technician, you are the last line of defense between our products and the customers who trust us. Your day starts with pre-operational inspections to ensure the production lines are ready. You'll be responsible for monitoring product quality, conducting tests on seasonings, batters, breading, and marinades, and randomly pulling products off the line to check weight, length, and thickness against customer specifications. Every hour, you'll perform metal detection checks, box weight tracking, and organoleptic testing (cooking and tasting products) to guarantee that our food meets safety and quality standards. You'll manage critical documentation, work closely with U.S.D.A. and S.S.O.P. requirements, and train backup QC Technicians to ensure seamless operations. Your role also includes enforcing GMP practices across the plant and participating in weekly QA meetings to stay ahead of industry developments. Every decision you make protects our brand's reputation and ensures our customers receive only the best. Your work truly matters.
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Proficiency with computers
- Adherence to quality and safety guidelines
- Physical ability to stand, walk, kneel, and lift up to 25 lbs in a cold, loud, and fast-moving production environment
- Basic math skills with the ability to use a calculator to determine percentages and averages
- Great communications skills, both written and verbal
- Strong organization and time management skills
- Team player
Experience in the food industry is preferred but not required for this Food Quality Control Technician role.
JOIN US!
Stampede Culinary Partners, Inc. is an innovative protein solutions company that focuses on custom protein development and processing. Our customers include leading restaurants, top retailers, leading food service distributors, home delivery customers, and other emerging segments. The ability to satisfy our mission depends largely on our greatest asset, our employees! Our company culture is built on the expertise and experience of all our employees and driven by the 5 pillars that we hold ourselves to daily: perform passionately, challenge directly and respectfully, commit to teamwork, and embrace innovation.
Ready to become our Food Quality Control Technician? Just fill out the initial 3-minute, mobile-friendly application!
