Job Description

Job Title: Quality Control Technician (Lab Technician)

Position Summary:
The Quality Control Technician supports the production of safe, high-quality food products by conducting inspections, laboratory testing, and compliance checks. This role plays a key part in maintaining food safety standards and ensuring adherence to USDA, FDA, HACCP, and GMP regulations.

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct food safety and quality inspections throughout processing areas.

• Perform microbiological testing and maintain accurate lab documentation.

• Ensure compliance with USDA, FDA, HACCP, and GMP standards.

• Assist with internal audits, validation studies, and regulatory compliance activities.

• Manage laboratory supplies and calibrate testing equipment.

• Enforce safety procedures, including lock-out/tag-out protocols.

Qualifications:

• High School diploma or GED required.

• Minimum 1 year of relevant experience (food industry preferred).

• Knowledge of HACCP, GMPs, and food safety practices.

• Bilingual (English/Spanish) preferred.

Work Environment:

Manufacturing setting requiring physical activity such as standing, lifting, bending, and working in varying temperatures, noise levels, and production environments.

3:00 AM to 11:30 AM
Monday through Friday
Occasional weekends required
Weekend attendance is mandatory when scheduled