SUMMARY

The position will be responsible for quality testing of all formulas and raw materials, and for analytical and technical support to Operations, R&D, suppliers and customers. QC Technologist will be a Team Lead and responsible for managing a QC Technologist and QC Technician.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Follow basic GLP, GMP, and Safety standards.
• Perform QC equipment checks and calibrations.
• Maintain QC laboratory, stocking/purchasing supplies and raw materials.
• Maintain proper storage and organization of QC product retains.
• Conduct all standard QC testing procedures. Make confident decisions and dispositions for all physical and sensory tests.
• Initiate and inform pertinent parties of all material rejections and deviations. Provide accurate and complete information and documentation to allow for proper root cause and corrective action follow-up.
• Create and maintain Finished Product and Raw Material Quality Specifications.
• Communicate all outstanding quality issues with the entire QC team.
• Maintain and update specific product testing procedures and individual lot data.
• Raw Material sampling for QC.
• Performs Production equipment checks and swabbing
• Maintain and keep up to date, Operations/Lab documents and check sheets
• Encourages trust between Operations and Quality
• Correct/fix product deviations and rejections.
• Complete or assist with Regulatory documentation.
• Introduce/initiate continuous improvement opportunities, departmental and companywide.
• Provide training and guidance to Technicians.
• Participate and represent the QC dept in company meetings.
• Confidently communicate with Suppliers and Customers.
• Support the investigation of customer/vendor non-conformances.
• Maintain/update QC SOP’s for accuracy.
• Assist with maintaining inventory accuracies by timely dispositions (approval, rework, rejections)
• Follow and report trending for rejections and deviations.
• Initiate rejection and deviation reports for non-conforming products
• Perform other activities as instructed.

QUALIFICATIONS

• B.S. in Food Science, Chemistry or related Science field with some laboratory experience, or 5+ years prior Quality Control experience.
• Clear understanding of laboratory equipment.
• Strong leadership skills/ managerial skills
• Knowledge of laboratory procedures.
• Good problem solving, communication and interpersonal skills
• Computer skills; Word, Excel, Outlook.

COMPENSATION : $85,000-$95,000