QA Technician II

Netpace Inc; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 58,000 - 67,000; Full time

Job summary

Netpace Inc in Denver, CO is seeking a Flex Shift Quality Assurance Lab Tech at our milk plant. The role runs 4x10 shifts, Sunday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday from 2 am to 12 noon; you will have Mondays, Tuesdays and Wednesdays off, with occasional overtime.

You will conduct quality checks, inspect production, document findings, and drive GMP/SOP compliance while supporting continuous improvement and meeting safety standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree preferred or high school diploma or equivalent required; additional certifications are a plus.
• Minimum 1 year of QA experience, preferably in food production.
• Experience in quality assurance or similar role; microbiology or chemical laboratory background acceptable.
• Strong mindfulness and analytical skills; familiarity with QA procedures and regulations.

Responsibilities

• Conduct quality checks on incoming raw materials and finished milk products.
• Perform inspections of production processes to ensure safety and quality standards.
• Monitor and document equipment calibration and maintenance.
• Collaborate with production teams to promptly address quality issues.
• Evaluate test result trends and communicate them to staff and management.
• Implement GMP, SOPs, and regulatory compliance; participate in internal audits.
• Record data and prepare reports on quality metrics; maintain daily records.
• Support continuous improvement and maintain a 6-S rating where applicable.
• Follow up on customer complaints and coordinate with production.
• Assist in quality control processes to meet specifications; handle other assigned tasks.

Job description

Location: Denver, CO 80216

Payrate for role $29.00 per hour

Manager is looking for grave/1st shift. Shifts are 4x10. Work days are Sunday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday 2 am to 12 noon. Candidate will be off Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday. Candidate must be open for occasional overtime if needed.

Is there a possibility this assignment could be extended. Will depend on workload, budget and performance.

Is there a possibility this assignment could convert to fulltime? Manager is not able to answer at this time.

What you will be doing

As a Flex Shift Quality Assurance Lab Tech at our milk plant, you'll be responsible for ensuring the quality and safety of our products. Your duties will include conducting inspections of raw materials, monitoring production processes, and performing various tests to verify compliance with quality standards. You'll also be tasked with documenting findings, reporting any issues, and implementing corrective actions as needed. Your attention to detail and commitment to excellence will play a crucial role in improving our reputation for delivering top-quality milk products to our customers.

Main Responsibilities

• Conduct quality checks on incoming raw materials and finished milk products.
• Perform regular inspections of production processes to ensure compliance with safety and quality standards.
• Monitor and document equipment calibration and maintenance.
• Collaborate with production teams to address any quality-related issues promptly.
• Evaluate trends from test results and communicate these trends to employees and management.
• Implement and maintain Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), Food Safety and regulatory compliance.
• Participate in internal audits and assist with external audits as needed.
• Record and analyze data and prepare reports on quality metrics. Ensure that daily records are kept and maintained.
• Drive continuous improvement, assist in the discipline to maintain a 6-S rating of an "A ".
• Follow-up customer complaints and follow-up with production.
• Implement quality control processes/testing to meet the expectations of quality standards and ensure that the product(s) are within specification.
• Any other project assigned.

What we are searching for.

We believe the successful candidate has these qualifications and experience:

• Bachelor's degree preferable. High school diploma or equivalent required. Additional relevant certifications are a plus.
• Minimum 1 year of QA experience.
• Previous experience in quality assurance or a similar role in food production is preferred
• however candidates with microbology or chemical laboratory experience are acceptable.
• Strong mindfulness and analytical skills.
• Familiarity with quality control procedures and regulations preferred.
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment.
• Demonstrate ability to effectively manage multiple tasks and duties as they relate to food safety and regulatory compliance.
• Effective communication and documentation skills.
• Flexibility to work the specified shift and occasionally on weekends if required.
• Good analytical and critical thinking skills.
• Able to multi-task in fast paced environment with limited supervision.
• Proficient in window-based PC programs.
• Lab Test Equipment/Maintenance preferred.
• Some knowledge of HACCP/Food Safety preferred.
• Candidate must be able to lift up to 50 lbs.