Quality Technician

Responsibilities

• Perform quality audits of the facility and production processes in alignment with Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP).
• Support work order management by reviewing, updating, and maintaining quality-related documentation.
• Afford microbiological preparation, testing, and release of product samples to ensure compliance with quality specifications.
• Conduct routine quality control (QC) testing, including food chemistry, food analysis, and microbiology testing as required.
• Afford routine support tasks such as sampling, in-process checks, documentation, and data recording as assigned by the QA Supervisor.
• Prepare samples and media for laboratory testing in accordance with Good Laboratory Practices (GLP).
• Review and maintain quality documents to ensure accuracy, completeness, and compliance with internal procedures and regulatory standards.
• Afford the final sign-off process for finished goods, ensuring all quality and safety criteria are met before product release.
• Collaborate with a cross-functional team to support continuous improvement in quality assurance and food safety processes.
• Follow all established laboratory and facility procedures to maintain a safe, clean, and compliant work environment.

Requirements

• 1–2 years of experience working in a food manufacturing environment.
• Associate’s degree with 0–1 years of experience, or a high school diploma with manufacturing or food manufacturing experience.
• Hands-on experience in quality assurance or quality control within a food or related manufacturing setting.
• Knowledge of food chemistry and food science principles as they relate to quality testing and analysis.
• Experience with QC testing, including sample preparation, media preparation, and QA testing.
• Familiarity with microbiology testing and food analysis testing.
• Ability to follow GMP (Good Manufacturing Practices) and GLP (Good Laboratory Practices) guidelines.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy when handling samples, performing tests, and completing documentation.
• Ability to follow standard operating procedures and instructions from the QA Supervisor.
• Effective communication skills to work collaboratively within a laboratory and production team.

Qualifications

• Experience or coursework in Food Science, Microbiology, or related scientific disciplines.
• Experience working with biologics or similar products in a laboratory or manufacturing environment.
• Comfort working with quality documentation, including recording, reviewing, and maintaining records.
• Interest in developing deeper expertise in food analysis, microbiology testing, and quality assurance processes.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and adapt to changing priorities based on sample volume and production needs.