Quality Control Technician

Agropur • Weyauwega, WI

21d

About The Position

The Quality Control Technician I conducts quality control tests to ensure materials and products meet established standards. The role performs routine testing of raw materials, in-process products, and finished products, and maintains accurate testing records. Working closely with production and other departments, the technician helps resolve quality issues and supports product food safety, quality, and compliance with internal and external standards.

The position supports facility quality systems and continuous improvement, including compliance with Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), Good Laboratory Practices (GLP), and FSP/HACCP systems. It also involves environmental monitoring, audits, equipment and process validations, staff training, and maintaining documentation, including electronic records used to generate Certificates of Analysis and other reports. On-the-job training is provided.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Knowledge of quality control procedures, sampling requirements, and relevant regulations and systems, including FDA, GMP, GLP, and HACCP.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy in testing and data recording.
• Ability to follow established protocols and procedures.
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Effective verbal and written communication with executives, managers, colleagues, and people inside and outside the organization.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Basic math skills, including fractions, decimals, percentages, and algebraic calculations.
• Intermediate computer skills with Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Outlook, and field-specific software.
• Professional manner and ability to maintain constructive working relationships.
• No experience required; on-the-job training is provided.

Nice To Haves

• Associate’s degree in Science, Food Science, or Chemistry.
• Equivalent combinations of education and/or experience may be considered.

Responsibilities

• Perform microbiological and chemical tests on raw materials, in-process products, and finished products.
• Monitor quality parameters against production standards and regulatory requirements, including reviewing documents as needed.
• Record and communicate test data, and identify trends and discrepancies.
• Collect and prepare samples according to established protocols.
• Ensure facility equipment is calibrated and maintained in accordance with GLP and SOP/OPI requirements.
• Assist with root cause analysis of quality issues and contribute to corrective and preventive actions (CAPA).
• Support the facility quality plan and compliance with GMP, GLP, and FSP/HACCP systems.
• Maintain accurate and detailed documentation, including electronic records used to generate Certificates of Analysis and other reports.
• Collaborate with operations on sampling and testing to resolve non-conformance issues and support continuous improvement.
• Assist with internal audits and maintain audit readiness by keeping documentation current and accessible.
• Conduct environmental monitoring, including sampling and equipment swabbing.
• Train production staff on quality control processes and standards.
• Participate in equipment validations and process change management.
• Assist with customer and regulatory audits as needed.
• Understand and adhere to Good Manufacturing Practices.
• Stop observed unsafe acts, follow facility safety rules and procedures, correct or report safety hazards, and support safety policies and programs.
• Perform other duties and responsibilities as management may assign.

Benefits

• Starting wage of $24.73 per hour.
• Shift differential of $1.50.
• Two pay increases within a year, up to $1.00.
• Double-time pay on Sunday.
• Medical, dental, vision, life, short-term disability, and long-term disability insurance.
• 401(k) with up to 7% company contributions.
• PTO starting on Day 1.
• Paid holidays and two floating holidays.
• Advancement opportunities.
• Tuition reimbursement program.
• Employee discounts.
• Uniform program and shoe allowance.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED