QA Laboratory Technician I
$54,080–$58,240 year
On-siteCommerce, California, United States
Job Summary
Collect samples from raw materials, in-process production, and finished goods following defined schedules and chain-of-custody protocols. Perform routine analytical and microbiological testing for pH, titratable acidity, moisture, viscosity, and environmental monitoring using approved procedures. Record results in laboratory information systems, compare against specifications, and immediately flag out-of-specification findings to quality leadership. Maintain equipment calibration, prepare reagents, and support sanitation verification swabbing to meet GLP standards. Assist with hold and release decisions, investigate quality deviations, and document findings for audits. Work onsite in a regulated food production environment across weekends as required.
Required Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Prior laboratory, quality, or food manufacturing experience
- Demonstrated care in following written procedures exactly
- Strong attention to detail
- Accurate recordkeeping habits
- Basic computer literacy including data entry into quality or laboratory systems
- Use of spreadsheets
- Ability to work onsite in a production and laboratory environment
- Ability to stand for extended periods
- Ability to handle laboratory chemicals safely with appropriate personal protective equipment
- Ability to work the assigned shift including weekends
Desired Qualifications
- Associate or bachelor's degree in food science, biology, chemistry, microbiology, or a related field
- Prior food or beverage quality laboratory experience
- Familiarity with GMPs, HACCP, SQF, or FSMA requirements
- Hands-on experience with environmental monitoring programs
- Aseptic technique
- Laboratory information management systems
- Bilingual English and Spanish capability
- Experience with rapid microbiological methods
- ATP swabbing
- Allergen test kits
- Familiarity with statistical process control concepts
- Exposure to laboratory audits by customers or certification bodies
- Prior involvement in method verification or proficiency testing programs
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