Quality Technician, Day Shift

Quality Technician – Day Shift

Schedule: 2-2-3 two-week cycle:
Week 1: 2 days on / 2 days off / 3 days on. Week 2: 2 days off / 2 days on / 3 days off.
Shift: 12‑hour, 6am‑6pm.

• Perform physical testing on raw eggs and finished product and use test results to meet customer or company packaging specifications.
• Train new technicians and calibrate/maintain lab equipment, inventory/order supplies and replacement parts, and general housekeeping.
• Follow safety policies and maintain Good Manufacturing Practices.
• Manage hand and footbath washing stations and chemical inventory, dispensing and tracking utilization.
• Verify and maintain pH levels on wash tanks, run CIP circuits and titrate chemicals on egg and flat washer.
• Maintain egg waste, spills, and clean‑ups while adhering to plant cleanliness policies.
• Record and document corrective actions and perform audits of inbound, outbound, raw materials, and other processes.
• Perform special projects and other duties as assigned.

• Day Shift – $21.25 per hour. Night Shift – $21.25 per hour + $3 per hour shift differential.
• Holiday pay.
• Healthcare (medical, vision, dental, life) starting the first day of the month following your start.
• 401K with a 3% company contribution starting day one.
• Paid Time Off with your first paycheck.
• Free eggs.
• Fun team swag.
• Bi‑weekly crew lunches and crew snacks.

• 1 year of quality experience in production/de manufacturing.
• Must read, write, and speak English with neat and legible handwriting.
• Able to frequently lift or move up to 60 lbs.
• Understand and operate lab equipment and generate complete/accurate records.
• Work without direct supervision.
• Have or develop a working knowledge of computers.
• Adhere to all safety and Good Manufacturing Practice policies.
• Perform testing in a timely manner to prevent production line downtime/processing delays.

To fulfill Vital Farms mission of bringing ethically produced food to the table, we’re committed to building teams that reflect diverse perspectives and lived experiences. We believe that when all crew members feel valued and respected, they bring their best ideas forward - fueling innovation, belonging, and shared success. We strive to create a welcoming environment rooted in equal opportunity and encourage individuals from all backgrounds and experiences to apply.

To that end, we make employment decisions based on qualifications, merit, and business need. Vital Farms does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, gender and gender identity, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, lactation and related medical conditions), sexual orientation, marital status, age, national origin, citizenship status, military or veteran status, physical or mental disability, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

Vital Farms is not accepting unsolicited third‑party recruitment agencies in the hiring process for this role. If you are a potential candidate interested in a role with Vital Farms, please submit an application directly.

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