Quality Control Technician
Department: Quality
Reports to: Quality Supervisor
Status: Full-time
The pay range for the role is $45,500 to $75,900 plus bonus, comprehensive benefits, retirement savings plan, paid vacation, and other perks and opportunities.
Reporting to the QC Supervisor, the scope of this position involves performing the pre-operational inspection, ensuring the production process meets superior food safety systems (HACCP) and quality standards from entry of raw materials into the facility, to the processing of goods, to shipment of finished product.
Key Responsibilities:
Prepare samples, media and buffers used for daily analysis
Perform chemical, microbiological and organoleptic testing of raw ingredients, work in progress and finished products
Generate test results with a high level of accuracy and reliability
Conduct product testing and complete environmental monitoring
Produce reports for internal and external customers
Computer data entry of various information for the purpose of releasing product for shipment and maintaining accurate records
Maintain laboratory equipment and maintain cleanliness within the lab
Work closely with production staff in the areas of sanitation, hygiene, product quality, GMPs and related necessary training
Monitor and maintain the Quality, Food Safety and SQF systems
Has complete authority to stop the manufacture of food if any unsafe conditions are encountered or the quality of the product might be compromised
Reports to the Manager/Supervisor, QC any issues or barriers encountered in the accomplishment of duties above
Complete tasks in a timely manner
Maintaining and order necessary lab supplies
Other duties as assigned by Management
Qualifications:
Minimum of 3 years’ experience in the food industry
Bachelor of Science Degree or Diploma in Microbiology or Food Science
Knowledge of microbiological procedures and autoclaving techniques
Knowledge of HACCP, GMPs, allergens, and food security
Excellent interpersonal, verbal/written communication and problem-solving skills
Proficient computer abilities using Word & Excel
Own transportation and ability to work weekends