Incoming Quality Control Technician

Formula Corp.; Auburn (WA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Formula Corp is seeking an Incoming Quality Control Technician to join our Quality Assurance team. This role inspects raw materials, packaging components, and production supplies to ensure they meet specifications before entering manufacturing.

The ideal candidate will perform hands-on inspection, document findings, and help solve quality issues in a fast-paced GMP environment. Familiarity with COAs/COCs, GMP/GLP, and ISO 9001 is preferred.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 1 year of manufacturing, warehouse, inspection, quality, laboratory, or related experience.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Basic computer proficiency including Microsoft Office applications.
• Ability to follow detailed written procedures and work instructions.
• Ability to lift up to 60 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Perform sampling, inspection, testing, and approval of incoming materials and components in accordance with GMP requirements and company procedures.
• Conduct visual, dimensional, physical, and functional inspections against specifications, purchase orders, and quality standards.
• Verify COAs, CO Cs, and supplier documentation.
• Identify and document nonconforming materials and initiate quality hold, rejection, and escalation processes when necessary.
• Support investigations related to incoming material quality issues.
• Maintain accurate inspection records and quality documentation in electronic and paper-based systems.
• Scan and organize SDS, COAs, COCs, and other supplier documentation.
• Ensure quality records are complete, accurate, and audit-ready.
• Follow GMP, GLP, and SOPs.
• Support ISO 9001 and quality management system requirements.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and inspection-ready work environment.
• Participate in continuous improvement activities aimed at improving quality, efficiency, and compliance.

Skills

Attention to detail

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Time management

Teamwork

MS Office

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associate degree or technical coursework

Tools

Calipers

Micrometers

Balances

Scales

ERP systems

Job description

Incoming Quality Control Technician (IQC Technician)

Department

Quality Assurance

Reports To

Quality Assurance Manager

About the Role

Formula Corp is seeking a detail-oriented and motivated Incoming Quality Control Technician to join our growing Quality team. This position plays a critical role in ensuring that raw materials, packaging components, and production supplies meet company specifications before entering the manufacturing process.

The ideal candidate enjoys hands‑on inspection work, solving quality issues, maintaining accurate documentation, and working in a fast‑paced manufacturing environment.

What You’ll Do

Incoming Material Inspection

• Perform sampling, inspection, testing, and approval of incoming materials and components in accordance with GMP requirements and company procedures.
• Conduct visual, dimensional, physical, and functional inspections against specifications, purchase orders, and quality standards.
• Verify Certificates of Analysis (COAs), Certificates of Conformance (COCs), and supplier documentation.
• Identify and document nonconforming materials and initiate quality hold, rejection, and escalation processes when necessary.
• Support investigations related to incoming material quality issues.

Documentation & Recordkeeping

• Maintain accurate inspection records and quality documentation in electronic and paper-based systems.
• Scan and organize Safety Data Sheets (SDS), COAs, COCs, and other supplier documentation.
• Ensure quality records are complete, accurate, and audit-ready.

Quality & Compliance

• Follow Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), Good Laboratory Practices (GLP), and company Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
• Support ISO 9001 and quality management system requirements.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and inspection‑ready work environment.
• Participate in continuous improvement activities aimed at improving quality, efficiency, and compliance.

Qualifications

Required

• High school diploma or GED.
• One year of manufacturing, warehouse, inspection, quality, laboratory, or related experience.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Basic computer proficiency including Microsoft Office applications.
• Ability to follow detailed written procedures and work instructions.
• Ability to lift up to 60 pounds as required.

Preferred

• Associate degree or technical coursework in Quality, Manufacturing, Science, Engineering, or related field.
• Experience in a GMP, FDA‑regulated, pharmaceutical, nutraceutical, cosmetic, food, beverage, or chemical manufacturing environment.
• Experience with ERP, inventory management, or quality management systems.
• Familiarity with ISO 9001 requirements.
• Experience using inspection equipment such as calipers, micrometers, balances, scales, and other measurement tools.
• Forklift certification or willingness to become certified.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings, specifications, and inspection plans.

Skills & Competencies

• Strong analytical and problem‑solving abilities.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• High level of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Effective time management and organizational skills.
• Commitment to quality, safety, and continuous improvement.

Why Join Formula Corp?

• Be part of a growing manufacturing organization focused on quality and innovation.
• Gain valuable experience in GMP-regulated manufacturing.
• Work with a collaborative team dedicated to excellence.