QA Technician: Quality Inspection & Test Data

BakeMark; Pico Rivera (CA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

BakeMark in Pico Rivera, CA seeks a Quality Technician to inspect products, run tests, record results, and support corrective actions to meet quality standards.

You will execute test protocols, maintain batch records, assist investigations into defects, calibrate equipment, and participate in audits to close findings. Entry-level candidates with 1–3 years of experience may apply; associates or technical certificates are preferred.

Qualifications

• Familiarity with quality testing concepts and SOPs.
• Ability to record and report test data accurately.
• Understanding of ISO/GMP/FDA context is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Inspect and test raw materials, in-process items, and finished products using visual, mechanical, or laboratory methods.
• Execute test protocols and SOPs; record and report data and nonconformances.
• Maintain batch records, inspection logs, and calibration certificates.
• Support investigations into defects and deviations; collect root-cause data and assist corrective actions.
• Calibrate and maintain inspection and test equipment; escalate equipment failures.
• Participate in audits and compliance activities; prepare evidence and close audit findings.

Skills

Quality testing

Documentation

Calibration

Education

High school diploma

Job description

Summary: This position inspects products, runs tests, records results, and supports corrective actions to ensure products and processes meet company, industry, and regulatory quality standards.

Responsibilities:

• Inspect and test raw materials, in-process items, and finished products using visual, mechanical, or laboratory methods.
• Execute test protocols and standard operating procedures (SOPs); record and report test data and nonconformances.
• Maintain documentation including batch records, inspection logs, and calibration certificates.
• Support investigations into defects and deviations; perform root-cause data collection and help implement corrective actions.
• Calibrate and maintain inspection and test equipment; escalate equipment failures to engineering or maintenance.
• Participate in audits and compliance activities; prepare evidence and follow audit findings to closure.

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or GED; technical certificate, associate degree, or coursework in quality, manufacturing, or laboratory technology preferred.
• 1–3 years in manufacturing, laboratory, or quality environments for entry-level; 2+ years commonly expected for full technician roles.
• Familiarity with relevant standards (ISO, GMP, FDA) depending on industry. (Qualifications aggregated from job-market summaries and role guides