Line Quality Controller

Overview

Job Category
:
Quality Assurance/Food Safety

Requisition Number
: LINEQ
001755

Location:

Laurel, MD

Posted:
January 20, 2026
• Full-Time

MD - Laurel, 9090 Whiskey Bottom Rd, Laurel, MD 20723, USA

To control product quality on the line to customer specification. To verify control points of the product and log on relevant documentation. To action non-conformances and out of specifications resulting in full quality control and product safety.

• To lead the team to achieve required product quality.
• Ensure the required standards of product quality are achieved.
• To complete the paperwork at the required intervals, legibly and accurately.
• To report all non-conformances to the line manager, QA, shift manager.
• Ensure the responsible person signs relevant paperwork.
• Attend taste panels.
• Work in an organized manner and keep workstations tidy and clean.
• Ensure food safety is not compromised and operate GMP standards.
• Be aware of the production plan and changes; plan daily routines around product changeovers.
• Contribute to achieving targets for rework, downtime and wastage.
• Comply with company rules and safety procedures.
• Collect all required samples per the QC sampling plan.
• Attend weekly team brief and represent Froneri through behaviors and core values.

• Lead by example and keep the team informed of changes and proper operation.
• Maintain customer complaint and HOLD targets.
• Paperwork audits show no non-conformances in written work.
• Report non-conformances with evidence and line manager signatures on documentation.
• Target taste panel scores are achieved; WASP/WIBIT panels attended.
• Effective communication with line manager and colleagues to get it right first time.
• GMP targets are met and audits are upheld; knowledge of GMP is shared.
• Yield targets are achieved; prevent wastage, downtime and rework waste.
• Adhere to Health and Safety requirements and complete required sampling.
• Weekly attendance at team brief.

• Completion of LQC paperwork.
• Leading by example in all quality matters.
• Maintain product quality within the area.
• Sample collection.
• Accept line only when signed off by line manager and machine operator.
• Provide cover for absence of LQC with line management support.

• We take ownership
  • Stay committed to responsibilities from start to finish
  • Make sound decisions with appropriate detail
  • Apply resources to growth, efficiency, or waste reduction
• We do what is right
  • Transparency over convenience, even when conversations are difficult
  • Set clear roles and responsibilities; empower initiative and judgment
  • Speak up when something does not align with values and policies
• We seek to improve
  • Continuously improve and innovate to exceed expectations
  • Value feedback and encourage open dialogue
  • Learn from successes and failures
• We are better together
  • Decisions prioritizing the whole business
  • Practice inclusion and seek diverse perspectives
  • Treat everyone with fairness and respect

Work environment:
Wet/humid areas, high noise levels, around mechanical, electrical, and pressurized equipment. Fast-paced with possible cold temperatures in some areas. Requires use of cold-protective PPE; standing, lifting, and walking in refrigerated zones may be required. Food safety regulations must be followed, including hygiene gear.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities. All applicants will be notified of rights per federal employment laws; refer to the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.

Compensation
:
The pay scale considers factors including experience and qualifications. The base pay for this role is $29 per hour, with opportunities for overtime, shift differential, cold premium pay and annual bonuses (variable based on company performance).

Benefits
:
Comprehensive group benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life, paid time off, paid holidays, paid parental leave, 401K with employer match and annual contribution available.

Dreyer’s Grand Ice Cream Inc. provides equal employment opportunities for all applicants, regardless of race, religion, gender, national origin, age, disability, marital status, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic.

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