Quality Control Technician

La Reina•Los Angeles, CA

8m•Onsite

About The Position

The Quality Technician I acts as a liaison between QC/QA supervision and QC department technicians, ensuring food safety and product quality. This role promotes positive changes in the quality system, leads by example, and excels in training and motivating others. Working on the production floor with supervisors and QC technicians, the QC Tech I reviews hourly tests to meet customer standards and escalates issues affecting food safety and quality to management.

Requirements

Demonstrated experience working in a dynamic
High school diploma or equivalent plus
Must be able to read and write
Able to use tablets/iPads and computers
Excellent communication skills
Proven attention to detail, responsible, self-motivated, and independent
Able to work in a fast-paced environment
Flexible schedule based on production needs, including weekends
Stand and walk for extended periods
Walk on uneven ground and wet or slippery floors
Twisting, turning, kneeling, stooping, and bending most of the day
May be required to lift up to 50 lbs.
Exposure to spices (allergens), including but not limited to soy and wheat
Exposure to high noise levels and cold environment
PPE—Slip-resistant shoes, a hair and beard net, safety glasses, and earplugs are required in the work areas, and gloves are recommended.

Nice To Haves

Bilingual English/Spanish speaker desired

Responsibilities

Able to perform all requirements of QC/QA Technicians.
Work closely with all departments to achieve quality standards, identify food safety and process improvements, and communicate recommendations.
Support in the decision-making process of acceptance and rejection of the product.
Responsible for verification of the lines by ensuring they are food safety compliant before start-up, and asking for corrections as needed.
Verification of packing and labeling requirements, GMP, and HACCP compliance, etc.
Responsible for line clearance and documentation in accordance with established regulations.
Analytical verifications of finished goods and raw materials based on established frequencies.
Organoleptic evaluation of the products in relation to shelf-life verifications.
Perform daily GMP’s and operational inspections of the processing areas.
Perform calibration of the equipment.
Carry out any assigned special projects, as needed.
Other duties as assigned.