Quality Control Technician

Job Description

As a vital part of the Operations team, theQuality Control Technicianensures that products meet quality standards by performing quality control on raw materials, semi-finished, and finished goods. This role involves verifying food safety and quality SOPs, conducting root cause analysis, and implementing corrective and preventive actions.

2nd Shift: 2pm - 10:30pm; Rotating 5 days one week, 6 days the following; No Saturdays

Primary Responsibilities:

Safely work with automated industrial equipment, including operation, change over, and basic maintenance

Report food safety, quality, and safety issues to the immediate Supervisor, Quality Manager, maintenance, or management

Responsible for overall safety, quality, and efficiency of designated work center

Comply with company SOPs, GMPs, SQF standards, and food defense guidelines, ensuring allergen control throughout the workplace

Maintain neat and sanitary work area at all times

Run assigned lines in most efficient and safe way, ensuring highest quality of product and optimal output of line

Sanitize department according to sanitation handbook and ensure shift sanitation tasks meet standards set by production supervisor and quality control.

Receive, retain, and apply necessary training needed to properly maintain line

Effectively communicate information to relieving operators, lead, and supervisor

Carry out assigned tasks to ensure task production and quality is maintained

Pack chocolate as required by daily planning; ensure packaging paperwork is properly documented

Follow proper changeovers/cleaning procedures

Requirements:

At least 2+ years or related work experience in similar setting

High School Diploma/GED Required; Associate's or Bachelor's degree preferred in a relevant field (e.g., Quality Control Technology, Microbiology, Food Science)

Proficient in MS Office applications; Excel, Word, PowerPoint; SAP required

Adherence to Puratos dress code and PPE policies

Basic computer literacy and ability to use necessary screens and systems (including SAP)

Effective verbal/written communication skills; Ability to read, understand, and follow system instructions, training materials

Completion of SQF, GMP, and SOP training strongly preferred

Physical Demands: Occasional sitting, climbing/balancing, stooping/twisting, kneeling, squatting, crawling, push/pull, reaching, and gripping; frequent standing, walking; occasionally lift up to 50 lbs; frequently lift/carry up to 25 lbs

Environmental Conditions: occasional working at heights, exposure to hazards, working with machinery, frequently working with uneven ground, excessive noise, extreme temperatures, exposure to dust/fumes

The following common allergens are processed in our facilities: wheat, eggs, dairy, and soy.

Looking for a Career for Good?

Puratos prioritizes a "people first" approach, fostering a diverse, inclusive, and supportive work environment. We share our success with employees and communities, offering benefits like:

Medical coverage starts the first of the month—no waiting period

Immediate 401(k) eligibility with fully vested matching contributions

Over 5 weeks of paid time off in your first year

Free life coaching, onsite health exams, and 24/7 access to Registered Nurses

Lifestyle Spending Account

If you are a solution oriented and analytical thinker with a passion for leading and inspiring people, we invite you to experience the magic of being yourself and join us for “a career for good.”

You should be proficient in:

Quality Inspection Experience

Troubleshooting Skills

Food and Beverage Manufacturing

Food Safety and Quality Assurance (FSQA)

Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Points (HACCP)

Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)

ISO 9001 Certification Experience

Microsoft Excel

Machines & technologies you'll use:

ERP Software

Salary info:

$26 - $32 / hr

Full-time