About the Role:
The Quality Control Technician is responsible for ensuring incoming raw materials, in-process products, and finished goods meet established quality standards and regulatory requirements. This role plays a critical part in quality assurance, inspection, testing, and compliance activities within a manufacturing environment. The position focuses on sample collection, quality inspections, documentation, and adherence to quality control procedures to maintain product integrity, food safety, and operational efficiency.
$1,000 Sign On Bonus Available
Responsibilities:
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Perform incoming raw material inspections and quality control testing to ensure compliance with specifications and standards
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Conduct in-process and finished product inspections to verify quality, safety, and consistency requirements
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Collect, label, and manage samples for laboratory testing and analysis
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Execute testing and sampling procedures in accordance with SOPs, GMP, HACCP, and quality assurance protocols
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Document inspection and testing results, maintain accurate quality records, and update quality management systems
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Identify non-conforming materials or products, initiate corrective actions, and support root cause investigations
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Collaborate with production, warehouse, procurement, and quality teams to resolve quality concerns
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Monitor product quality throughout the manufacturing process and ensure proper handling and storage practices
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Support internal audits, compliance inspections, and continuous improvement initiatives
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Ensure adherence to safety regulations, food safety requirements, and quality standards
Qualifications:
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High school diploma or GED required; Associate degree in Science, Food Science, Chemistry, Biology, or related field preferred
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Experience in quality control, quality assurance, manufacturing, food production, laboratory, or inspection environments
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Knowledge of GMP, GFSI, BRC, SQF, HACCP, ISO standards, or other quality management systems
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Familiarity with sampling techniques, inspection tools, measuring devices, and testing procedures
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Strong attention to detail with the ability to identify defects, inconsistencies, and quality issues
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Proficiency with documentation, data entry, and quality reporting systems
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Ability to follow standard operating procedures and maintain compliance requirements
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Basic computer skills, including Microsoft Excel and quality tracking software
Desired Qualifications:
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Experience in food manufacturing, beverage manufacturing, consumer products, pharmaceutical, or related regulated industries
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Certification in HACCP, PCQI, Food Defense, Six Sigma, or CQI
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Experience with laboratory testing, analytical equipment, or environmental monitoring programs
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Knowledge of supplier quality programs and audit processes
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Strong problem-solving skills and experience supporting corrective and preventive actions (CAPA)
