QA Technician

Decko Products; United States; On-site; USD 37,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

Decko Products is seeking a Quality Technician to uphold food safety and quality through routine inspections and testing. The role supports both the lab and production floor, monitoring CCPs, in-process checks, and documentation in line with food safety plans.

Responsibilities include testing, calibrating equipment, pre-operational inspections, allergen controls, and maintaining records. Strong attention to detail and adherence to SOPs are essential for success.

Qualifications

• High school diploma required; associate degree preferred.
• Experience in food manufacturing is a plus.
• Knowledge of HACCP, GMP, and CCP concepts preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform finished product testing to ensure compliance with specs.
• Calibrate and maintain laboratory equipment per GLP.
• Conduct pre-operational inspections of production equipment.
• Swab testing for allergens and gluten to verify cleaning.
• Execute in-process checks and document quality records.
• Ensure production records, batch docs, and logs are complete.
• Collect and document product retains.
• Investigate quality deviations and support disposition decisions.

Skills

Attention to detail

Follow SOPs

Effective communication

Problem-solving

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associate degree or equivalent

Job description

Job Title

Quality Technician

FLSA Classification

Hourly, Non-Exempt

This is a full-time, benefits-eligible position.

Position Summary

The Quality Control (QC) Technician is responsible for ensuring that all products meet food safety, quality, and regulatory requirements through routine inspections, testing, and verification.

This role supports both laboratory and production floor operations, including monitoring of Critical Control Points (CCPs), in-process checks, finished product evaluation, and documentation in compliance with food safety plans and company procedures.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Performfinished product analytical testing to ensure compliancetospecifications.

• Ensure calibration and maintenance of all laboratory equipmentandmaintainGood Laboratory Practices.

• Conduct pre-operational inspections of the production equipment.

• Ensure the effectiveness of the cleaning practices by conducting swabbing tests for allergens and gluten.

• Performand documentin-process checks according to specificationandfood safety andquality requirements.

• Ensure good manufacturing practices are being adhered to on the production floor.

• Completefacility inspections, document and verify corrective actions.

• Ensure production records, batch documentation, and quality logs are complete andaccurate.

• Collect,maintain, and document productretains.

• Conduct initial investigations for quality and/or food safetydeviations.

• Place product on hold and support disposition decisions when nonconformances areidentified.

Required Qualifications & Skills

• High school diploma or equivalent required

• Prefer an associate degree or equivalent

• Experience in food manufacturing preferred

• Basicunderstanding of HACCP, GMPs, and CCPspreferred

• Strong attention to detail

• Ability to follow SOPs

• Effective communication and problem-solving skills

Desired Qualifications & Traits

• Knowledge of FSMA, HACCP, GMPs, and FDA regulations.
• Understanding of allergen management, sanitation controls, and foreign material prevention.
• Ability to interpret specifications, regulations, and audit standards.
• Willingness to work flexible hours, including weekends or off shifts, as needed.

Physical Requirements

• Walk and stand for extended periods of time (up to 8–12 hours per day).
• Use hands and fingers to handle, feel, and operate objects, tools, or controls
• Reach with hands and arms; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl as needed
• Climb stairs and occasionally ladders or platforms
• Occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds
• Ability to work in a production/manufacturing environment, which may include varying temperatures and noise levels.
• Must be able to wear required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) for long periods of time, which may include hair/beard nets, gloves, safety glasses, steel-toed shoes, hearing protection, lab coats, or protective outerwear.