Quality Control Technician

Key Responsibilities

• Perform thorough inspections of raw materials, components, and finished products to check for defects, non-conformities, and deviations from quality standards.
• Work closely with production teams to ensure that manufacturing processes are in compliance with quality standards and are carried out correctly.
• Inspect finished produced goods to ensure their quality and adherence are up to specifications.
• Keep detailed records of inspections, testing results, and any deviations from the quality standards up-to-date and maintained.
• Reject all products and materials that fail to meet quality expectations.
• Collect and take samples of production batches to ensure products are meeting standards.
• Identify opportunities for process improvement and suggestions on changes to enhance efficiency and product quality.
• Ensure that inspection and testing equipment are regularly calibrated to maintain accuracy and reliability.
• Investigate the root causes of quality issues, collaborate with cross-functional teams, and recommend corrective and preventive actions to prevent future occurrences.
• Conduct internal audits of manufacturing processes and procedures to ensure ongoing compliance with quality standards and regulations.
• Maintain open and effective communication with production staff, quality assurance teams, and management to ensure everyone is aligned on quality goals and expectations.
• Prioritize safety in the manufacturing environment, ensuring that quality control activities are carried out safely and in accordance with safety protocols.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• A high school diploma or equivalent qualification.
• Certification in quality control is preferred.
• Must have food manufacturing experience.
• A minimum of 2 years’ experience in a similar role.
• Excellent knowledge of MS Office.
• Good math, technical, and communication skills.
• A strong understanding of quality control standards and testing techniques.

Position Information

• The position pays $19.00 - $24.00 per hour depending on experience.
• Benefits package includes comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance, free life and disability insurance, health and dependent care flexible spending accounts, a 401k with 3% company match and annual employer discretionary contribution, paid vacation, holidays, and sick time, an employee assistance program, discounts on various services, education assistance, a referral program with cash bonus, on-demand pay, and paid parental leave.