Quality Control Technician

Location: Petaluma, CA
Schedule: Full-Time | Day Shift
Pay: $20.00 - $22.00

Position Overview

We are seeking a detail-oriented Quality Control Technician to support production by ensuring all materials, processes, and finished products meet company quality and safety standards. This role plays a key part in maintaining compliance with GMPs, sanitation protocols, and food safety regulations while supporting daily operations on the production floor.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct quality inspections on raw materials, in-process product, finished goods, and packaging
• Monitor inbound and outbound shipments to ensure quality and safety compliance
• Verify adherence to Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs), sanitation standards, and allergen controls
• Perform pre-op and post-op inspections, including ATP and environmental swabbing
• Maintain accurate production logs, including hold logs, temperature records, and metal detector checks
• Monitor and verify pasteurization processes (Critical Control Point)
• Ensure proper documentation of Clean-in-Place (CIP) and sanitation procedures
• Conduct routine GMP audits to maintain regulatory and internal compliance
• Maintain organized QA records to support audits and continuous improvement efforts
• Verify correct lot tracking, ingredient staging, and production line setup prior to operations
• Coordinate with warehouse and sanitation teams to ensure smooth production flow between shifts

Qualifications

• Previous experience in quality control, food production, or manufacturing preferred
• Strong attention to detail and ability to follow strict procedures
• Knowledge of GMPs, food safety standards, and sanitation practices
• Ability to maintain accurate records and documentation
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced production environment

Why This Role

• Opportunity to work in a quality-driven production environment
• Hands-on role with direct impact on product safety and compliance
• Growth potential within quality assurance and food manufacturing