Quality Control Technician

corbion • Totowa, NJ

29d • $24 - $25 • Onsite

About The Position

The Quality Control Technician, based at the Totowa, NJ plant, reports to the Quality Control Supervisor. This is a 2nd shift role, responsible for performing analytical testing, pre-operation and line audits, and ensuring production procedures and quality standards are consistently met. The position also supports the development and training of QC team members.

Requirements

• Associate's Degree in Chemistry, Bio-Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Biology or Microbiology
• Experience in a laboratory environment within a related industry
• SAP/ Sample Manager experience preferred
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Knowledge of laboratory testing procedures and equipment calibration
• Ability to maintain compliance with GMPs, FSMA, HACCP, and company policies
• Strong communication and teamwork skills

Responsibilities

• Follow all GMP's (Good Manufacturing Practices), FSMA, Safety, and Environmental regulations as well as company policies.
• Maintain positive attitude. Focus on the customer, teamwork, and quality productivity.
• Give recommendations to improve workplace safety, efficiency, and to better serve the customer.
• Analyze finished product for various analytical testing including redox, Chittack, pH, %moisture, % salt and titratable acid (TA) on a daily basis.
• Daily verification/calibration of lab equipment prior to testing finished product to ensure product quality.
• Check scale calibration during line/pre-operation audits, to ensure that the scales used in Caravan’s processes are accurate.
• Perform metal detector checks four times per shift, to maintain the integrity of the HACCP plan during line audits.
• Verify that the box/pail weights are accurate by checking three consecutive boxes/pails on all machines during line audits.
• Ensure that lot codes and finished products package is correct and legible.
• Perform bake testing related to shipping or complaints.
• Product that has been analyzed and does not meet specification, must be re-sampled and re-analyzed immediately. If product is not in compliance, HOLD stickers must be applied immediately and system hold activated.
• Perform line audit checks inspecting ingredients and cleanliness of equipment.
• Participate in and successfully complete all required laboratory training classes.
• Duties, responsibilities and activities may change or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.

Benefits

• Bonus potential
• Paid time off, including company holidays
• 401K with company match
• Medical, dental, vision and basic life insurance coverage are offered to employees and eligible dependents (provided they meet eligibility requirements)
• Flexible spending accounts
• Education assistance
• Short- and long- term disability
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Lifestyle and wellness benefits

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree