Gummy QA Technician - 2nd Shift (2pm - 10:30pm)

CAPTEK Softgel International•La Mirada, CA

About The Position

The Gummy QA Technician ensures the safety, quality, and compliance of vitamin and mineral supplement gummies in a fast-paced, SQF-certified and NSF GMP-certified environment. The role works closely with production and other departments, performs hands-on quality checks on the production floor, monitors manufacturing processes, verifies critical control points (CCPs), reviews Production Batch Records (PBRs), and addresses non-conformances through NCRs, deviations, and CAPAs. The technician may also assist with production activities as needed. Responsibilities include monitoring adherence to cGMP, SOPs, SQF policies, and training; sampling incoming raw materials; conducting in-line inspections; verifying CIP and SIP processes; checking product parameters and sensory quality; and maintaining calibration records. The technician observes and verifies CCP checks, completes required documentation, reviews batch records, and releases or rejects finished packaged products. The role also supports traceability and mock recalls, environmental monitoring, pest-control records, audit readiness, staff training, and continuous improvement.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Two or more years of quality assurance experience is listed as preferred but not required.
Familiarity with SQF, HACCP, and GMP requirements.
Strong attention to detail and proficiency with quality testing equipment such as pH meters, moisture analyzers, and refractometers.
Ability to perform root cause analysis and implement CAPAs.
Working knowledge of cGMPs and FDA regulations.
General proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint.
Ability to occasionally lift or move up to 25 pounds.
Ability to perform the described physical activities, including occasionally standing, walking, sitting, handling objects, reaching, climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, talking, and hearing; close and peripheral vision and ability to adjust focus are also required.

Nice To Haves

Associate's or bachelor's degree in Food Science, Microbiology, or a related field.
Experience in food or dietary supplement manufacturing, particularly with gummy products.
HACCP or SQF Practitioner certification.
Hands-on experience with gummy production processes, including gelatin- or pectin-based formulas.
Experience with ERP systems for quality and traceability.

Responsibilities

Monitor and verify adherence to cGMP, SOPs, SQF policies, and training across manufacturing, quality, warehouse, and maintenance operations.
Aseptically sample received raw materials and submit samples to Quality Control for testing.
Conduct in-line inspections at key production stages, including raw material verification, gummy mold filling, and final packaging.
Inspect and verify clean-in-place (CIP) and sanitize-in-place (SIP) processes for gummy production.
Monitor moisture content, pH, Brix levels, net weight accuracy, and sensory characteristics of finished gummies against established specifications.
Ensure calibration records for refractometers, pH meters, scales, and other production equipment are current and meet applicable standards.
Observe and confirm production staff perform CCP checks, including metal detection, temperature monitoring, and allergen control procedures; sign off on and verify CCP records.
Review Production Batch Records for accuracy and completeness, document quality checks and corrective actions, and release or reject finished packaged products.
Inspect Acceptable Quality Level retains for acceptance or rejection and submit acceptable retains to Quality Control for laboratory testing.
Participate in mock recall drills and maintain product traceability through lot tracing and batch-record review.
Identify, document, and address non-conformances and process deviations by initiating NCRs and deviations; assist with root cause analysis and CAPAs.
Collaborate with production, sanitation, maintenance, and R&D teams to maintain quality and safety while supporting smooth production.
Assist production when needed with line clearance, equipment setup, and product inspections.
Prepare for internal and external audits by maintaining accessible quality records; participate in annual SQF and GMP refresher training.
Audit and maintain pest-control logs and ensure pest management programs align with SOPs, SQF policies, and regulatory requirements.
Maintain the facility HACCP plan and ensure CCPs are monitored and controlled.
Conduct environmental monitoring, including swab tests for allergens and microbial contaminants on production equipment and surfaces.
Train production staff on GMPs, allergen control, and hygienic practices.
Participate in continuous improvement efforts to enhance production efficiency while maintaining product quality.