Quality Control

Job Title: QC Technician – 2 nd shift

Department: Quality Assurance (QA)

Reports To: QA Manager

Job Summary

This role will be responsible for monitoring and ensuring the quality and safety of products throughout the production process, including pre-operational inspections, monitoring critical control points, and maintaining compliance with all quality standards.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities May Include

• Perform pre-operational inspections and report deficiencies.
• Monitor critical control points (CCP1B for Broth Cooking Temperature, HACCP CCP-2 for allergens) to ensure compliance with safety standards.
• Verify product allergen changeovers and perform allergen checks.
• Inspect magnets, X-ray machines, screens, and other equipment for functionality and safety.
• Perform scales calibration, thermometers calibration, and ensure accurate weight and volume measurements.
• Inspect production processes
• Verify correct materials, best before dates, and packaging conditions upon product changeovers.
• Ensure adherence to GMPs (Good Manufacturing Practices) and monitor sanitation standards in production areas.
• Inspect product formulations
• Perform other material inspections as needed.
• Pull samples for microbiology and chemistry analysis as per established frequency.
• Manage and report any out-of-specification products by placing them on QC hold and completing necessary documentation (Hold Initiation Forms).
• Assist R&D with product testing and support QA Management on special projects.
• Verify cleaning after maintenance repairs and ensure post-repair sanitation.
• Monitor finished goods.
• Inspect incoming materials for quality and integrity, including comparing to control samples, and ensure compliance with specifications.
• Perform sanitation and GMP monitoring in receiving, warehouse, and production areas.
• Maintain accurate records of raw material and packaging samples, testing, and other compliance documentation.
• Support and provide cross-departmental coverage as needed, depending on department staffing and operational requirements.
  
  

Qualifications

• Bilingual in English and Spanish preferred.
• Basic computer skills required.
• Knowledge of food safety regulations and HACCP principles preferred.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to follow procedures accurately.
• Good communication skills and ability to work well within a team.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and handle multiple tasks simultaneously.
  
  

Education And Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Previous experience in a related field preferred.
  
  

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
• Stand, walk, and bend for extended periods.
• Ability to work in a manufacturing environment with exposure to noise, heat, and humidity.
  
  

Work Environment

• The position operates mostly in a manufacturing environment with occasional office work.
  
  

Schedule

• Full-time
• 2 nd shift
  
  

Disclaimer

• This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Employee may perform other related duties as negotiated to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.