Quality Assurance Technician

Overview

The School of Environmental and Biological Sciences, located on the George H. Cook Campus, is one of the largest schools of Rutgers University in New Brunswick, New Jersey. We pursue excellence in research, teaching, and outreach in areas of study that address the biological spectrum from molecules to ecosystems. Our emphasis is on both the fundamental sciences and the social and human dimensions. We offer 21 undergraduate majors, including plant and animal sciences, microbiology, biotechnology, agriculture and food systems, landscape architecture, food and nutritional sciences, ecology and evolution, marine science and oceanography, environmental sciences and meteorology, human ecology, entomology, and environmental economics.

In addition to instruction in the classroom, field, and laboratory, our students have opportunities for experiential learning on and off campus, including a growing emphasis on international experiences through short- and long-term study abroad. Students also have access to a robust program of applied research and outreach hosted by the New Jersey Agricultural Experiment Station laboratories, farms, business incubators, and marine stations throughout the state.

Posting Summary

Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey, is seeking a Quality Assurance Technician for the Rutgers Food Innovation Center within the School of Environmental and Biological Sciences. The Quality Assurance Technician will support client product manufacturing to ensure production is running in a safe manner following food safety regulations and guidelines.

Among the key duties of the position are the following:

• Calibrates thermometers, scales and pH meters.
• Pre-operational inspections of production rooms, before production.
• ATP and Allergen Swabbing.
• Assists with pH measurement, temperature and weight collection during production.
• Documents all data being tested.
• Internal Audits and Inspections in environmental monitoring.
• Other Quality Assurance Duties as assigned.

This position resides at the Food Innovation Center in Bridgeton, NJ (Cumberland County).

FLSA: Nonexempt

Salary Details

$20.00 – $30.00/hourly

Offer Information

The final salary offer may be determined by several factors, including, but not limited to, the candidate’s qualifications, experience, and expertise, and availability of department or grant funds to support the position. We also take into consideration market benchmarks, if and when appropriate, and internal equity to ensure fair compensation relative to the university’s broader compensation structure. We are committed to offering competitive and flexible compensation packages to attract and retain top talent.

Benefits

Rutgers offers a comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees, based on position, which includes:

• Medical, prescription drug, and dental coverage
• Paid vacation, holidays, and various leave programs
• Competitive retirement benefits, including defined contribution plans and voluntary tax-deferred savings options
• Employee and dependent educational benefits
• Life insurance coverage
• Employee discounts programs

For detailed information on benefits and eligibility, please visit: http://uhr.rutgers.edu/benefits/benefits-overview.

Position Status: Part Time

Working Hours

19.9

Daily Work Shift: Day

Work Arrangement

• This position requires a fully on-site work arrangement.

Payroll Designation: PeopleSoft

Terms of Appointment: Temporary Staff Appointment – Hourly

Minimum Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and/or experience.
• Minimal 1-2 years working in a QA/QC technician or Operator QA capacity in a food related business.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Ability to demonstrate & enforce GMPs. Must be able to adhere to Good Documentation Practices.
• Must be detail oriented and able to address food safety and quality issues in a thorough and professional manner.

Physical Demands and Work Environment

• Ability to work in wet, cold, hot and/or slippery environments.
• The candidate must be able to work in various temperature- controlled rooms which may be hot (85+ degrees) or cold (50 degrees).

Special Conditions

• Time allowed for this position is limited to a maximum of 19.9 hours per week, averaged over each quarter (must be flexible on number of hours worked in a given time-period based on the needs of all parties involved in a project).
• Must have flexibility of hours per day.

Posting Open Date: 05/14/2025

Posting Close Date: 05/14/2026

Regional Campus: Rutgers University-New Brunswick

Home Location Campus: Off Campus

City

Bridgeton

State

NJ

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