QC Technical Analyst 1 (On Site)
About The Position
The Quality Control Technical Analyst I evaluates test results from in-house and contract laboratories, specifications, and information from suppliers and contract manufacturers to determine whether ingredients are acceptable for nutritional supplement production. The position works closely with Purchasing, Quality Assurance, and Research & Development to support cGMP compliance for ingredients, products, and processes. The role processes incoming raw materials from intake and sample submission through test-result interpretation, documentation, release or rejection, stickering, and filing completed Certificate of Analysis (CoA) packets. It also evaluates supplier and contract-manufacturer documentation against established specifications, reviews supplier documents, and supports material assessment, expired-material recertification, audits, and continuous improvement. The analyst uses Microsoft Dynamics Navision to track materials and participates in a self-directed team to meet department and company goals. This is a full-time, on-site position at the Scotts Valley Headquarters in Scotts Valley, California, with a day shift. The listed salary is $19.00 per hour.
Requirements
- Associate’s or bachelor’s degree, or equivalent education and experience; preferably in a science-related field.
- Good written and verbal communication skills and strong attention to detail.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Outlook, Word, and Excel.
- Good math skills and familiarity with general scientific terminology, particularly chemistry and biology.
- Strong computer and technology literacy and ability to learn data-tracking software programs.
- Willingness to maintain personal and team accountability and integrate constructive criticism.
- 20/20 vision or corrected vision.
Nice To Haves
- One year of experience in Quality Control, Quality Assurance, and/or Research & Development.
- One year of experience in a GMP/GDP production environment.
- Experience with ERP software such as Microsoft Dynamics NAV.
- Proficiency in Microsoft PowerPoint, Visio, OneDrive, SharePoint, and/or Adobe Acrobat Pro.
- Ability to research laboratory test methodologies using available literature and online resources.
- Experience with FDA compliance regulations, particularly creating an audit trail.
- Familiarity with Eastern herbal medicine modalities.
- Experience using powered lifting equipment such as an electric pallet jack, walkie stacker, or forklift.
- Background in a STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math) field.
Responsibilities
- Process incoming raw materials, including intake, sample submission, interpretation of test results, documentation, disposition as released or rejected, stickering, and scanning and filing completed CoA packets.
- Interpret laboratory test results and supplier or contract-manufacturer documentation against established internal specifications for ingredients and finished products.
- Review and request supplier information for internal specification sheets and submit specification update requests as needed.
- Use Microsoft Dynamics Navision ERP software to track the location, status, and ownership of materials in process.
- Investigate and recertify expired raw materials to extend expiration dates.
- Review and approve supplier documents for Supplier Qualification and Material Assessment processes.
- Peer-review CoA packets for accuracy and Good Documentation Practices.
- Sort leftover sample materials into appropriate hazardous and non-hazardous waste streams.
- Assist team members with learning and completing tasks.
- Help route documents for further review, track area supplies and items to order, track personal productivity metrics, and answer questions about assigned materials.
- Participate as a fully engaged member of a self-directed team to set and achieve department and company goals.
- Participate in continuous improvement initiatives to improve department processes.
- Follow Safety and departmental SOPs closely.
- Support internal audits and follow through on corrective actions relevant to the Quality Control Technical Analyst group.
- Perform other tasks as assigned by Threshold management.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Associate degree
