QA Technician

Decko Products•Sandusky, OH

4d•Onsite

About The Position

The Quality Control (QC) Technician is responsible for ensuring that all products meet food safety, quality, and regulatory requirements through routine inspections, testing, and verification. This role supports both laboratory and production floor operations, including monitoring of Critical Control Points (CCPs), in-process checks, finished product evaluation, and documentation in compliance with food safety plans and company procedures.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent required
Strong attention to detail
Ability to follow SOPs
Effective communication and problem-solving skills

Nice To Haves

Associate degree or equivalent
Experience in food manufacturing preferred
Basic understanding of HACCP, GMPs, and CCPs preferred
Knowledge of FSMA, HACCP, GMPs, and FDA regulations.
Understanding of allergen management, sanitation controls, and foreign material prevention.
Ability to interpret specifications, regulations, and audit standards.
Willingness to work flexible hours, including weekends or off shifts, as needed.

Responsibilities

Perform finished product analytical testing to ensure compliance to specifications.
Ensure calibration and maintenance of all laboratory equipment and maintain Good Laboratory Practices.
Conduct pre-operational inspections of the production equipment.
Ensure the effectiveness of the cleaning practices by conducting swabbing tests for allergens and gluten.
Perform and document in-process checks according to specification and food safety and quality requirements.
Ensure good manufacturing practices are being adhered to on the production floor.
Complete facility inspections, document and verify corrective actions.
Ensure production records, batch documentation, and quality logs are complete and accurate.
Collect, maintain, and document product retains.
Conduct initial investigations for quality and/or food safety deviations.
Place product on hold and support disposition decisions when nonconformances are identified.