Quality Control Technician

Job Title:

Quality Control Technician

Employment Status:
Full-Time

Classification:
Non-exempt

Work Schedule:

Grave Shift from 11:00 p.m. – 7:00 a.m. Sunday – Thursday willing to work on weekends, day shift, and swing shift as needed.

Pay Range: $22.11 – $27.47 per hour

Reports to:

Associate Quality Manager

Supervisory Responsibilities:

None

Travel:
None

Location:

Onsite Fresno CA

Responsible for accurately testing and approving incoming raw materials and manufactured products according to standard procedures and specifications. The Quality Control Technician ensures quality through testing and inspecting at various stages of the production process and compiles and evaluates statistical data to determine and maintain quality.

• Collects samples of raw materials, validation, in-process, and finished product. Performs quality control (QC) tests on sample products in a timely and accurate manner per established guidelines and frequencies.
• Conducts regular calibration, cleaning, and maintenance of laboratory equipment and instruments, adhering to established protocols and manufacturer guidelines.
• Ensures QC support in manufacturing, focusing on environmental monitoring and the verification and validation of cleaning procedures.
• Adheres to established health and safety procedures and policies to maintain a safe working environment.
• Performs Lumulus Amecbocyte Lysate (LAL) testing as required and performs and conducts microbiological techniques to ensure accurate results.
• Maintains laboratory cleanliness and ensures the proper removal of biohazards to uphold safety standards.
• Conducts in-process audits during each shift to verify adherence to internal procedures and customer specifications.
• Maintains laboratory equipment and inventory to facilitate uninterrupted laboratory operation.
• Complies with all health and safety procedures and policies to ensure workplace safety and regulatory compliance.
• Collecting samples and organizing the shipment of these samples to external laboratories for testing.

• Assists with validations, studies, and routine tests for product development.
• Assists in Outside of Specification (OOS) investigations, root cause analysis, and corrective action development.
• Ensure the security of the facility by verifying that building alarms are engaged and gates are locked when working swing or grave shift.
• Assists Production, Maintenance, and R&D departments when required.
• Perform other QC Technician duties as assigned.

This is not meant to be a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, and responsibilities. These items may change, or new items may be assigned with or without notice.

• High school Diploma/GED required.
• Analytical Lab or Quality Control Lab experience preferred.

• Knowledge of analytical and quality control test methods.
• Knowledge of the proper use and preparation of chemicals and reagents.
• Strong working knowledge of various mathematical concepts including fractions, ratios, and proportions.
• Knowledge of Food Safety, Pharmacopeia's and/or Regulatory requirements.
• Knowledge of effective, safe laboratory and experimental procedures.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to self-motivate and work without direct supervision.
• Strong ability to analyze data and results is required.
• Ability to use Microsoft Office, other computer programs, and technology.

The physical demands listed are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Modified “light duty” restrictions may be arranged as needed and when available for job-related injuries or illnesses.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, walk, and stand; lift/carry/push/pull under 10 pounds; use hands repetitively for writing, keyboarding, and grasping/holding. The employee is occasionally required to lift/carry/push/pull up to 20 pounds; twist/turn; reach…