Position Summary:

The Quality Control (QC) Technician will be responsible for performing routine QC sampling, incoming inspection, and analytical testing activities in a fast-paced environment to support production operations.

Reports to:QC Laboratory Manager

Functional Responsibilities:

• Maintain the cleaning standard and operation of Material Sampling Room.
• Prioritize workload by scheduling sampling and testing activities to meet production and distribution plans.
• Gather test samples using proper protective measures, aseptic technique, and an established statistical sampling plan.
• Conduct analysis on raw ingredients, in-process product and finished product using internal test method/specifications.
• Analyze raw ingredients and finished goods for organoleptic properties: color, odor, texture, appearance
• Utilize analytical instrumentation and technical equipment to test product and material.
• Coordinate the control or release of conforming and nonconforming materials.
• Perform Out-of-Specification investigations and document findings in a report.
• Perform routine laboratory maintenance activities such as cleaning glassware and ordering lab supplies.
• Help maintain the retain sample program for raw ingredients, bulk product, and finished goods.
• Cross-train within the Quality Control department to cover other functions, as required.
• Support regulatory inspections by the FDA, ISO surveillance audits, or internal audits.

Required Experience, Desired Skills & Qualifications:

• Minimum of 1 year applicable work experience.
• Previous experience working in a cGMP/GLP environment is desired, but not required.
• Previous experience with raw ingredient testing is desired, but not required.
• Computer skills (Microsoft Excel, Word)
• Multitasking and time management skills are critical for this position because of the fast-paced environment and the varied job tasks that are part of the position.
• Forklift and hand truck experience is a plus.
• Previous experience with FT-IR instrumentation is not required, but beneficial to this position.
• Advanced organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.

Educational Qualifications:

• Associates Degree (preferred) or High School Diploma with 2 additional years of quality control experience.

Physical Requirements:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job the employee is regularly required to sit or stand; use hands, handle, or feel objects, tools or controls; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear.

• The employee must be able to lift 30 pounds and move up to 55 pounds without mechanical assistance.
• This position will require the handling of heavy containers and pallets. The employee must be able to maneuver drums and pallets using a hand truck or forklift.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
• Ability to bend or reach throughout the workday.
• Employee must be able to sit or stand for up to 10 hours in a workday.
• Ability to function in a fast-paced environment.

Environmental Requirements:

This position is required to be onsite full time. The work environments described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job onsite. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. Hearing protection may be required at times.