Quality Assurance Technician – Day Shift

Alkar Human Resources is seeking a Quality Assurance Technician to support a fast-paced production and warehouse environment. The ideal candidate will have at least one year of experience in QA/QC, production, and/or warehouse operations and be comfortable working in a hands-on environment. The Quality Assurance Technician will be responsible for monitoring quality control points, performing laboratory testing, maintaining QA documentation, and supporting food safety and quality programs.

• Monitor and document quality control points on the production line, including weight, label height, and lot codes.
• Report and document food safety and quality deviations to the production department.
• Complete and maintain QA and food safety production reports.
• Maintain the finished product retention program.
• Hold and document products that are out of specification.
• Perform routine laboratory testing, including pH, Brix, water activity, acidity titration, and viscosity.
• Perform daily calibration and documentation of laboratory equipment.
• Monitor and order laboratory supplies as needed.
• Perform ATP, allergen, and gluten-free testing following sanitation procedures.
• Scan and maintain Certificates of Analysis (COAs) and follow up with vendors when documentation is missing.
• Download temperature data from data loggers and maintain records.
• Prepare COAs for management review.
• Maintain foreign material and glass breakage logs.
• Approve and document incoming labels.
• Perform monthly inspections related to food safety and quality.
• Perform environmental swabbing as scheduled.
• Follow Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs) and Safe Quality Food (SQF) guidelines at all times.