Quality Technician
Bakerly Barn · Forks Township, PA
- Level
- Technician
- Team
- Quality
- Experience asked
- 3+ years
- Industry
- Industrial
- Posted
- 23 days ago
The role in 30 seconds
A technician-level quality role at Bakerly Barn (industrial) in Forks Township, PA. Maintain a comprehensive understanding of all products, raw materials, packaging materials, and manufacturing processes.
- They ask for
- 3+ years
- Day to day
- relocation help
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From the plant jobs report · week of November 2, 2026
Quality Technician roles in the US: typical posted base $50k–$68k.
Median of the low and high ends of 21 live postings that list pay, out of 463 quality technician openings in the US, read from manufacturers' own careers sites.
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How this role compares
Against 15 other live quality postings in Pennsylvania.
- Experience asked
- Less than usual (3+ vs 35+)
Similar roles usually ask 35+ years.
Skills these teams ask for most
- FDA / GMP 38%
- ✓ Team leadership 31%
✓ = this posting asks for it too. % = share of similar postings that mention it.
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Full description from Bakerly BarnAs posted on their careers site.ShowHide
Responsibilities
- ◆Monitor process controls (CCP, Allergen Control, Foreign Material Control, Labeling Requirements, Package Integrity, Product Specifications), GMPs, pre-operational & operational sanitation, and personnel practices to ensure adherence to food safety and quality programs.
- ◆Perform incoming, in-process, and finished product sample collection for microbiological or chemical testing (APC, Yeast & Mold, Water Activity, Moisture, etc.) and analyze product texture and shelf-life.
- ◆Document, monitor, and analyze data to drive continuous improvement.
- ◆Maintain a comprehensive understanding of all products, raw materials, packaging materials, and manufacturing processes.
- ◆Work with PNP and Product Development to gather samples and information for product testing.
- ◆Investigate customer feedback and internal incidents, providing responses in a timely manner.
- ◆Ensure accurate records of all specifications and test results are maintained.
- ◆Perform quality audits (AQL's) to ensure product meets specifications.
- ◆Perform regulatory formulation audits and quality checks for procedural compliance with product specifications.
- ◆Advise operations on out-of-specification packaging, raw materials, and process deviations in real time.
- ◆Lead incident and complaint investigations and verify the effectiveness of preventive measures and corrective actions.
- ◆Work with production management to rework products for routine quality issues.
- ◆Communicate effectively with coworkers via face-to-face interactions, phones, email, and radio.
- ◆Support new product transitions.
- ◆Keep laboratory equipment maintained and operating efficiently and safely, following all health and safety standards.
- ◆Promote a collaborative, "Safety First" environment in line with company mission, values, code of ethics, policies, and conduct standards.
Education
- ✓High School Diploma/ GED is required
Experience
- ✓Minimum of 1-3 years of quality assurance experience in a food/beverage/pharmaceutical or related manufacturing industry.
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Job Type
Full-time
Description
About our company
Bakerly, a happy family-owned company, is proud to be home to one of the fastest-growing brands in the US food industry We are a baked goods manufacturer that emphasizes delicious, premium, and authentic recipes using only the very best ingredients. Our offices located in Miami, FL, Easton, PA, and San Antonio, TX, will make you feel right at home. Please visit our website to learn more about our delicious French crêpes, golden chocolate croissants, fluffy pancakes, and our large range of outstanding French brioches.
Job Description
Scope - Purpose of the position
The Quality Assurance Technician plays a crucial role in the plant's food safety and quality system. This position is responsible for monitoring, documenting, enforcing policies, and training key team members. The technician also takes critical corrective actions when necessary. This is a hands-on, highly interactive role in a fast-paced, ever-changing production environment, where quick decision-making, risk assessment, and execution of plans are essential for success.
This position reports to the QA Supervisor. This opening for a 3rd Shift position.
Skills
- •Ability to work both independently with minimal supervision and in a team environment.
- •Ability to assess risk and make decisions under pressure in a fast-paced production environment.
- •Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers and/or coworkers.
- •Strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
- •Ability to multitask, prioritize, and manage time effectively.
- •Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating instructions, and procedure manuals.
- •Demonstrate solid interpersonal communication skills and attention to detail.
Job Type
Full-Time, In-person
Non-exempt
Location
Easton, PA
This is an in-person position. Relocation assistance is not available.
Benefits and Perks
- •Competitive salary and performance-based bonus incentives.
- •Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance packages.
- •Employer-paid life insurance and long-term disability
- •Flexible spending accounts (FSA).
- •Additional supplemental insurance program offered, including life, critical, accidental, short-term disability
- •Free stress-management counseling and discounts on health and fitness pr