QA Technician II - Food Safety & GMP (Day Shift)

Netpace Inc.; Richmond (CA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Netpace Inc. in Richmond, CA is seeking a QC Analyst to ensure product safety and quality across the production line. The role covers sampling, testing, record-keeping, and SOP compliance, with training and potential overtime.

Candidates should hold a bachelor’s in Food Science, Biology, or Microbiology, HACCP certification, and be able to manage data, follow GMPs, and coordinate with the HACCP team.

Qualifications

• Minimum bachelor's degree (Food Science, Biology, Microbiology or related science) and minimum 2 years experience or an addition 4+ years (min 6 years) if no degree.
• HACCP certified required, SQF Practitioner preferred.
• Knowledge of Microbiological, Physical, Chemical and Organoleptic Testing.
• Ensure policies, procedures, and workplace safety are adhered to.
• Evaluate trends from test results and develop plans to correct deficiencies and communicate these plans to employees, and management.
• Implement quality control processes/testing to meet the expectations of quality standards and ensure that the product(s) are within specification.
• Excellent organizational skills with a high degree of initiative and flexibility.
• Good analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Utilize and maintain inventory on laboratory and sanitation supplies.
• Good oral/written communication skills.
• Able to multi-task in a fast-paced environment with limited supervision.
• Proficient in window-based PC programs.
• Lab Test Equipment/Maintenance.
• Must follow current Good Manufacturing Practices, Good Sanitation Practices, Food Safety and Occupational Safety.
• Ability to lift up to 50lbs

Responsibilities

• Responsible for sampling, testing, plating, reading, and recording product test results. Trouble shoot outof spec results.
• Ensure that daily records are kept and maintained.
• Data Entry, tracking and interpretation.
• Following QC Hold Procedures for out-of-specified products.
• Must possess the ability to follow standard operating procedures (SOP's).
• Will assist in the discipline to maintain a 5-S rating of an "A ".
• Be flexible in working hours.
• Equipment calibration and troubleshooting.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Participate in continuous improvement.
• Must meet with the supervisor daily covering any issues associated with production.
• Monitor all CCP records and frequenties.
• Follow-up customer complaints and correspond with production.
• Manage product specifications.
• Coordinate HACCP team.
• Maintain policy and implement policies and procedures including training relating to GMP's, Food Safety and regulatory compliance.
• Exceptional attention to detail and strong organizational skills.
• Ability to adapt effectively within a continually changing and demanding environment.
• Must be able to demonstrate an ability and willingness to communicate effectively in order to maintain high levels of safety, quality, and efficiency.
• Demonstrate ability to effectively manage multiple tasks and duties as they relate to food safety and regulatory compliance.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Analytical skills

Problem solving

Communication skills

Multi-tasking

Windows PC

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Food Science/ Biology/ Microbiology

Tools

Laboratory equipment maintenance

Windows PC software

Job description

Netpace Inc. in Richmond, CA is seeking a QC Analyst to ensure product safety and quality across the production line. The role covers sampling, testing, record-keeping, and SOP compliance, with training and potential overtime.

Candidates should hold a bachelor’s in Food Science, Biology, or Microbiology, HACCP certification, and be able to manage data, follow GMPs, and coordinate with the HACCP team.