QC Technician I

Trinchero Family Estates; Lodi (CA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Trinchero Family Estates in Lodi, California seeks a Quality Assurance professional to assure and implement all quality processes across production. You will support safety systems, perform audits, and ensure compliance with SQF and packaging specs, working with SAP/LIMS.

The role emphasizes data-driven decisions and continuous improvement in a dynamic manufacturing setting. Ideal candidates hold a Bachelor’s in Food Science or related field, have 1+ year manufacturing experience, and

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Food Science or related field.
• 1+ years in a manufacturing environment.
• Strong communication across teams.
• Analytical with attention to detail.
• Ownership and accountability with minimal supervision.
• Team player across cross-functional teams.
• Adapts to changing production pressures and priorities.

Responsibilities

• Support and engage in Trinchero's safety systems.
• Represent and uphold quality standards.
• Audit bottling lines for fill volume, TTB compliance, and packaging specs.
• Work with SAP, LIMS, Red Zone or equivalents.
• Implement Food Safety and Quality Management System incl. SQF.
• Conduct GMP audits and report compliance.
• Verify incoming packaging materials.
• Ensure equipment is verified prior to use.
• Sustain lean principles through continuous improvement.

Skills

Effective communication

Analytical skills

Accountability

Cross-functional teamwork

Prioritization under pressure

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Food Science or related field

Job description

Job Summary

Responsible for assuring and implementing all TFE quality processes across all facets of production.

Department: Winemaking

Status: Reg F-T Non-Exempt, Nonexempt

Location: Lodi, California (US-CA)

Essential Functions

• Support and engage in Trinchero's safety systems.
• Teach and represent Trinchero‘sindustry leading quality standard and principles.
• Perform audits of bottling lines: fill volume, TTB compliance, wine and packaging specification compliance. Limited wine analysis performed.
• Ability to accurately work with data in software applications, such as SAP, LIMS, Red Zone or equivalent.
• Responsible for understanding and implementing the Food Safety and Quality Management System and related activities, including SQF standards:
  • Conduct GMP audit and communicate level of compliance with leadership.
  • Verify incoming packaging materials for compliance with specifications.
  • Responsible for making sure equipment is verified prior to use.
  • Support and sustain lean principles through continuous improvement.
  • The above functions reflects management’s definition of essential functions for this job but does not restrict the tasks that may be assigned. Management may assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time due to reasonable accommodation or other reasons.

Qualifications

• Preferred education: Bachelor’s Degree in Food Science or science related college level courses.
• Preferred experience: 1 or more years of experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Communicate effectively with peers and leadership across functional teams.
• Excellent analytical skills with attention to detail and ability to demonstrate critical thinking.
• Demonstrate personal accountability; taking ownership for actions with minimal supervision.
• Ability to effectively work with others in or on cross functional teams.
• Respond to changing production pressures and prioritize assigned projects.

Working Conditions

• Moderate to heavy physical work
• Work site may be any one of Trinchero Family Estates’ facilities or partners
• Standing for long periods of time (8 hours per day)
• Must comply with all safety equipment requirements including ear plugs and safety glasses
• Exposure to various chemicals in production areas
• Exposure to machinery, forklifts and related production equipment
• Long and irregular hours during peak periods or on various shifts
• Extensive walking and lifting of up to 55 pounds

Salary Range

$19.65 - $24.05

The starting pay will be based on several factors, including but not limited to experience, training, education, and geographic location. TFE offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, life insurance coverage, disability benefits, PTO, wellness programs and fertility and family building benefits. We also provide a 401(k) plan where TFE may make a discretionary profit‑sharing contribution.

Trinchero Family Estates provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Trinchero Family Estates complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.