Oats Overnight · 15 hours ago
QA Specialist
Oats Overnight is on a mission to build a generational CPG brand, and they are seeking a Quality Assurance Specialist to ensure compliance with industry regulations. This role involves championing food safety, maintaining quality standards, and supporting operations to protect the integrity of the Oats Overnight brand.
Consumer GoodsFood and Beverage
Responsibilities
Being a food safety and quality champion assisting Operations in GMP and SOP compliance
Helping ensure compliance with product safety, consistency, and quality standards in alignment with the Oats Overnight Food Safety Plan
Review finished product test results to ensure quality and food safety attributes meet regulatory and internal specifications
Draft Certificates of Analysis based on finished goods testing and batch record review
Interpret results from laboratory and internal testing to identify issues quickly and support timely resolution
Maintain finished product testing reports based on laboratory analysis
Track and trend testing results to support continuous quality improvement
Coach production associates on GMPs, sanitation practices, and quality checks to identify risk factors that could lead to non-conforming product
Audit batching, processing, and filler documentation and escalate issues when non-conformances are identified
Coordinate communication between manufacturing, warehousing, and QA personnel for finished product release
Document customer complaints, investigate issues, and track and trend complaints for potential food safety risks
Maintain accurate and thorough records of tests, audits, and other quality procedures
Perform other related and assigned duties as necessary
This role is responsible for collaboration with other departments to identify and address food safety risks throughout the production process with other food safety team members
This role is responsible for product quality and food safety and for maintaining hygiene conditions in the plant
Ensures and promotes food safety throughout the facility
Ensure compliance with food safety and Good Manufacturing Practices
Qualification
Required
1–5 years of experience in quality roles within food or dietary supplement manufacturing, or an equivalent relevant Chemistry or Microbiology degree
High school diploma required; some college coursework in Chemistry or Microbiology preferred
Experience and desire to support a culture built on collaboration, idea-sharing, and cross-functional teamwork
Conscientious, reliable, and detail-oriented
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Ability to multitask and manage competing priorities effectively
Team player and self-starter able to work both independently and collaboratively
Must be able to read and write English
Computer proficiency with Microsoft Office
Strong problem-solving and organizational skills
Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines
Ability to move fluidly between collaborative and independent work styles
Adept at making quick assessments and identifying the best course of action
Preferred
Some college coursework in Chemistry or Microbiology
Benefits
Full benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, and 401(k)
Parental leave
4 weeks of paid time off
Weekly pay
Stock options — every employee is an owner
Free, delicious oatmeal
Company
Oats Overnight
Oats Overnight is a manufacturer of oatmeal-based nutritional breakfasts.
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$102MKey Investors
Asto Consumer PartnersEnlightened Hospitality InvestmentsSchnitzel Capital
2026-01-29Secondary Market· $45M
2024-07-29Series B· $35M
2023-03-02Series A· $20M
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