Quality Control Technician

Quality Control Technician

Job Description

As a Quality Control Technician, you will be responsible for performing analysis of incoming, in-process, and finished materials using standardized analytical procedures. You will play a vital role in maintaining quality standards throughout the production process and ensuring compliance with Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) for food processing facilities.

Responsibilities

• Perform analysis of materials using tests such as pH, Turbidity, Brix, Salt, Alcohol, Total Nitrogen, and Microbiological Sampling and testing.
• Conduct standardized quality sampling and checks during production, reporting variances and non-conformities to management.
• Support production by conducting quality inspections before, during, and between product runs.
• Monitor plant sanitation and personal hygiene, reporting repeat offenders to management.
• Prepare samples for shipment and send them for outside testing, updating results, and alerting management to discrepancies or issues.
• Place and release products on hold according to company policy.
• Receive new ingredients, contact suppliers for documentation, and maintain ingredient information files.
• Organize and update all Laboratory QC documentation and analysis data, including data entry.
• Maintain lab equipment, perform calibration/performance verification, and troubleshoot equipment and systems as needed.
• Manage laboratory supply stock for general analysis, including solutions and general office supplies.
• Support the QC Manager in customer service issues and assist the QC team with designated projects.
• Pursue excellence and continuously develop technical and personal skills.

Essential Skills

• Basic laboratory skills through experience or a degree.
• Proficiency in pipetting, micro plating techniques, pH testing, and reading a graduated cylinder.
• Experience with Microsoft Office.
• Effective and professional communication skills.
• Quality control knowledge and understanding of HACCP.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Basic science skills are necessary.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.

Work Environment

• This opportunity is with our client San-J International.
• Working in a smaller lab with a typical schedule of 11 AM - 8:30 PM Monday through Thursday and 12 PM - 4:30 PM on Fridays (40 hours). 
• Occasionally, hours may shift to accommodate third shift absences or increased production needs. 
• You will need to visit production lines to gather samples. 
• The work environment is supportive, with opportunities for growth and management that values work-life balance.