Quality Assurance Technician
About Barilla
At Barilla, we believe that every great journey begins with passion and a bold vision. From our humble beginnings in 1877 in a small shop in Parma, Italy, we’ve blossomed into a global leader in the food industry, guided by our commitment to progress and excellence.
Today, Barilla is an international group present in more than 100 countries and we are proud to be recognized as the world’s top food company by reputation. With 22 beloved brands in our portfolio, we are world leader for pasta, the number one choice for ready-made sauces in Europe, leader for bakery products in Italy, and for crispbread across Scandinavia with Wasa.
Our success story is written by a passionate team of almost 9,000 dedicated employees across 30 plants and offices worldwide, all united by a shared mission to nourish the future with purpose and passion.
Are you ready to add your unique flavor to our journey?
Step into a role where quality and food safety come first. We’re looking for a detail-oriented Quality Assurance Technician to join our food manufacturing team—someone with at least one year of lab experience who’s ready to grow in a fast-paced, hands-on environment. If you enjoy testing, inspecting, and ensuring products meet the highest standards from production to plate, this is your chance to make a real impact every day.
Position Summary
Quality That You Can Taste Starts With You
Are you the kind of person who notices the little things others miss? Do you enjoy working hands-on in a lab and on the production floor? If you have at least 1 year of lab experience and want to grow your career in food manufacturing, this could be your next move.
We’re looking for a Quality Assurance Technician who’s ready to play a key role in delivering safe, high-quality pasta products from production line to dinner table.
What You’ll Do
You’ll be the eyes and ears of quality on the floor and in the lab:
- Perform inspections, audits, and in-process checks to ensure food safety and compliance
- Collect samples and run lab tests (cook quality, dimensions, coding, and more)
- Monitor sanitation, GMPs, and foreign material controls
- Review records and release (or hold) product based on results
- Investigate issues, support corrective actions, and help prevent defects
- Collaborate across teams to keep quality top of mind at every step
What You Bring
- At least 1 year of lab or quality experience (food manufacturing a plus, not required)
- Strong attention to detail and a hands-on mindset
- Basic math skills and comfort working with data
- Ability to stay organized, multitask, and work independently
- Solid computer skills (Word & Excel)
- A proactive approach to problem-solving and continuous improvement
Schedule
Monday – Friday | 2:00 PM – 10:30 PM
Why Join Us?
- Be part of a team where food safety and quality truly matter
- Gain experience across both lab and production environments
- Work in a fast-paced setting where no two days are the same
- Grow your skills and build a career in the food industry
If you’re ready to roll up your sleeves and help ensure every product meets the highest standards, apply today and make your mark on quality.
We offer
Healthcare, dental, and vision - 1st of the month after hire
401k match up to 6%
Company paid life insurance
Wellness Subsidy
Pay for Skills Program
Tuition Reimbursement
Pet Insurance
Disability Insurance
Adoption Assistance
Pay is $21.53 per hour. For more information please text to 585-684-7241
At Barilla, we are committed to creating an inclusive and equitable workplace where diversity in all its forms is valued and embraced. Our employment policies and practices are designed to ensure equal employment opportunities for all, regardless of age, race, color, citizenship, faith, religion, creed, gender, sex, pregnancy, gender identity or characteristics of expression, sexual orientation, marital status, genetic information, medical condition, protected veteran status, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law. Our commitment to equal employment stems from our unwavering belief that it is not only the right thing to do, but it is also a fundamental driver of innovation and business success.