COMPANY INFORMATION

Probi USA, Inc. is a contract manufacturer in the nutritional supplement marketplace, specializing in probiotics. We provide a wide variety of strains as single ingredients, or in custom formulations in bulk, capsules, tablets and fully finished bottled products for private labels and brands.

We are currently in the need of a full-time Quality Control Technician in our Quality Department. This position schedule is Tuesday–Friday, 5:00 AM to 3:30 PM.

POSITION SUMMARY

This position is responsible for execution of quality control processes throughout the facility including calibration, tracking, sample collection, sample analysis and reporting of materials, processes, and products to ensure they meet the company’s quality standards. Maintains the calibration and verification of laboratory equipment.

KEY JOB DUTIES

• Sampling and inspection of incoming components and raw materials, in-process materials, and finished goods using appropriate utensils, technique, and according to pre-defined sampling plans.
• Submit samples to appropriate laboratories citing specified methods.
• Perform physical analyses such as water activity, bulk density, pH, weight variation, friability, visual inspection, disintegration, and other tests as specified.
• Perform OOS sampling and inspection processes as necessary.
• Make disposition decisions on components, in-process materials, and finished products based on the
  materials’ specifications.
• Draft certificates of analysis and compliance for customer use.
• Calibrate and verify simple equipment and instruments.
• Perform line clearances for both production and packaging lines.
• Perform in-process checks, including food safety checks, as assigned.
• Maintain workspaces in a clean, organized, and supplied state.

COMPANY REQUIREMENTS

• Must be able to read, write, and converse in the English language.
• Must be able to pass background check.
• Must be able to work in a variety of conditions: noise, dust, heavy lifting, repetitive motion, standing for long periods of time.
• Must be able to recognize audible hazards.
• Follow GMP, PPE, and company safety policies in performance of job duties.
• Maintain good attendance.
• Perform other projects/ duties as assigned

WORK/EDUCATION EXPERIENCE

• Two or more years’ experience in a science-related or production environment.
• Bachelor’s degree. or; High School diploma/ GED with 1 or more years of related professional experience
• Competencies
  o Basics
  - GMP, plant safety, general lab safety, prioritization and time management.
  o Math
  - Basic arithmetic, elementary algebra.
  o Technology
  - Office 365 (Excel, Word, Outlook), Sharepoint, data visualization.
  o Quality Toolbox
  - 5-why analysis
  o Job Technical and Instrumentation
  - Aseptic technique, GDP, inspection and audit.
  - Force, dimension, and volumetric measurement, basic solution chemistry.

SOME OF THE US BENEFITS FOR FULL TIME EMPLOYEES

• $1,000 Bonus for new hourly employees! Paid on a graduated payment schedule: $100 after 2 weeks, $200 after 30 days, $300 after 60 days, $400 after 6 months! (paid on the corresponding pay check)
• Medical, vision, and dental coverage available after 30 days (and start of the next month) with 85% paid by employer for employee and 20% for dependents.
• Long and short-term disability insurance at no cost to employee.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• PTO (Paid Time Off) 20 days for new hire and increases with years of service. 
• Nine (9) paid holidays per year.
• Seventeen (17) hours per year to volunteer in your community.
• Annual safety shoe vouchers, daily uniforms, provided by Probi.
• Membership in 401K and Roth plan after 6 months with up to 4% employer match.
• Tuition Reimbursement program.
• Team-building events throughout the year.
• Employee Referral Program.
• FREE parking and FREE coffee! 
• $100 towards Wellness per year 

Probi USA is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO)/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, marital status, veteran status or any other protected factor.

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