Quality Control Technician

Description:

PURPOSE STATEMENT:

We are seeking an experienced and dedicated Quality Control Technician with a good eye for detail. In this position, you will maintain quality standards by approving incoming materials, in-process production, finished products, and reporting the test results. You will be responsible for performing standardized quality control checks on our company products to ensure they meet the predefined standards for safety and quality. To ensure success as a quality technician, you should have a strong working knowledge of mathematical concepts and excellent visual awareness.

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES:

Compliance with Standard Operating Procedures, GMPs and related systems that ensure company compliance and applicable regulations

Receive and inspect incoming raw materials

Sample and release of raw materials according to SOP guidelines

Inspect and release of packaging materials and finished products

Sampling and sample preparation of raw materials and finished product for contract laboratory use

Receiving, inspecting, releasing, storing and inventory reconciliation of all product labels

Monitoring of manufacturing and bottling/packaging-roving inspector

Investigate customer complaints as assigned by QC Manager

Processing, collecting, and storing RM and FP retained samples

Pull and process all relabel contract jobs and bulk contract orders as assigned by QC Manager

Use of sampling and lab equipment including the Nicolet FT-iR and NIR-iR

Destruction of rejected/expired materials following company SOP's and guidelines

Issuance of PBR's to Bottle Room, review, and release of runs

Operate forklift and other power equipment as needed

Must prepare and complete required documentation

Perform additional duties as assigned

Requirements:

KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/EXPERIENCE:

Must have a high school diploma or general education degree (GED); Associates degree strongly preferred in Food Science, Nutrition, Biology, or Chemistry

Experience as a QC or QA Technician

Ability to read, write, and communicate about work instructions and safety information written in English

Understanding of basic mathematical concepts

Ability to analyze and interpret technical information

Computer skills including MS office and material control programs

Advanced organizational skills

Ability to follow and interpret instructions whether written or spoken

Ability to work well in a team

Strong communication and interpersonal skills

Punctual and reliable in work attendance

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds on a regular basis

Operation of forklift and other power equipment

Works near moving mechanical parts

Vision requirements: Requires distance vision, color visions, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to focus

Must wear PPE and GMP appropriate for the position: non-slip footwear (boots), hair net, beard net (if applicable), nitrile food-grade gloves

Blueroot Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment opportunities at Blueroot Health are based upon one's qualifications and capabilities to perform the essential functions of a particular job. All employment opportunities are provided without regard to race, religion, sex, national origin, age veteran status, disability, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.

This Equal Employment Opportunity policy governs all aspects of employment, including, but not limited to, recruitment, hiring, selection, job assignment, promotions, transfers, compensation, discipline, termination, layoff, access to benefits and training, and all other conditions and privileges of employment.

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Full Time