Gummy QA Technician (2nd Shift, 2pm - 10:30pm

Gummy QA Technician (2nd Shift, 2pm - 10:30pm)

14535 Industry Cir, La Mirada, CA 90638, USA

Posted Tuesday, August 11, 2026 at 10:00 AM

Become part of a team that champions wellness worldwide. CAPTEK® Softgel International is a global leader in the development and production of high-quality nutraceutical supplements. As a contract manufacturer organization (CMO), we collaborate with innovators from some of the world’s most successful brands.

Summary
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The Gummy QA Technician ensures the safety, quality, and compliance of vitamin and mineral supplement gummies, working closely with the production team to monitor manufacturing processes and perform quality checks. This role requires hands‑on involvement on the production floor, confirming critical control points (CCPs), reviewing Production Batch Records (PBRs), and addressing non-conformance through NCRs, deviations, and CAPAs. This role will also be asked to assist with production activities when needed and will play a key part in upholding standards in a fast‑paced, SQF-certified, and NSF GMP-certified environment.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Process Monitoring & In-Process Testing:
• Per compliance to cGMP, adhere, monitor, and verify adherence to standard operating procedures (SOPs), SQF Policies and training within the company but not limited to Manufacturing, Quality, Warehouse, and Maintenance operations.
• Aseptic sampling of Raw Materials received to submit to QC for testing.
• Ensure that all quality systems are compliant with current SQF Code requirements, including Modules 2 & 17 for food safety fundamentals and dietary supplement manufacturing.
• Execute appropriate responsibilities established for Quality Assurance as dictated by the established SOPs and SQF Policies
• Monitor and conduct in-line inspections at key production stages, including raw material verification, gummy mold filling, and final packaging.
• Inspect and verify all clean-in-place (CIP) and sanitize-in-place (SIP) processes for gummy production.
• Oversee quality parameters such as moisture content, pH, Brix levels, and net weight accuracy to ensure all products meet defined specifications.
• Perform sensory evaluations (taste, texture, appearance) to verify that fmished gummies meet established quality standards.
• Ensure calibration records for critical testing equipment such as refractometers, pH meters, scales, and all other production equipment are up-to-date and meet applicable calibration standards.
• Critical Control Point (CCP) Management:
• Observe and confirm that production staff correctly perform CCP checks, including metal detection, temperature monitoring, and allergen control procedures.
• Sign off on CCP records and ensure all documentation is properly completed and verified.
• Production Record Review:
• Review Production Batch Records (PBRs) for accuracy and completeness. Subsequently, release/reject finished packaged products.
• Ensure proper documentation of quality checks, corrective actions, and production parameters.
• Inspect Acceptable Quality Level retains (AQL) for acceptance/rejection and submit the samples of acceptable AQL retains to Quality Control for laboratory testing.
• Participate in mock recall drills and ensure traceability of gummy products from raw materials to fmal consumer units through Lot tracing and Production Batch Record review.
• Non-Conformance & Corrective Actions:
• Identify, document, and address any non-conformances or deviations from established processes by initiating NCRs and deviations.
• Assist in root cause analysis and implementation of Corrective and Preventive Actions (CAPAs).
• Work closely with production, sanitation, maintenance, and R&D teams to ensure smooth production while maintaining quality and safety standards.
• Assist production when needed, including line clearance, equipment setup, and product inspections to minimize downtime.
• Compliance & Audits:
• Ensure adherence to SQF, NSF GMP, and NSF GMP for Sport standards.
• Prepare for internal and external audits by ensuring quality records are properly maintained and accessible.
• Participate in annual refresher training on SQF and GMP requirements.
• Audit and maintain pest control logs and…