Quality Control Lab Technician

Axiom Staffing Group; Winchester (VA); On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Temp-to-hire

Long-term opportunity

Job summary

Axiom Staffing Group seeks an experienced Quality Control Lab Technician for a food manufacturing facility in Winchester, VA. This long-term, temp-to-hire role requires hands-on QA/QC and laboratory experience in a regulated environment, with a focus on GMP, HACCP, and food safety.

Responsibilities include sample collection, quality verification, documentation, and collaboration with Quality and Production teams. Rotating 12-hour shifts; immediate interviews available.

Qualifications

• Hands-on experience in QA/QC or laboratory operations in a regulated manufacturing setting.
• Experience in food manufacturing or related industries with production testing.
• Ability to maintain thorough records and follow testing procedures.

Responsibilities

• Collect samples and verify quality against specifications throughout production.
• Prepare and maintain incubator and cooler systems; organize samples and records.
• Follow GMPs, HACCP, SQF, and food safety policies; report concerns promptly.
• Maintain clean, organized lab; ensure equipment and surfaces are ready for use.
• Collaborate with Quality and Production teams on improvements.

Skills

Quality Assurance

Quality Control

Laboratory Operations

Food Manufacturing Quality

Documentation & Records

GMP/HACCP SQF

Attention to Detail

Data Entry

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Associate degree in Biology/Cood Chemistry/Food Science

Job description

Quality Control Lab Technician (Food Manufacturing)

Location: Winchester, VA

Pay Rate: $20.00/hour

Job Type: Full-Time, Temp-to-Hire

Schedule: 5:45 PM - 6:00 AM (Rotating 2-2-3 Schedule, 12-Hour Shifts)

Immediate Opening - Interviews Happening Now

Axiom Staffing Group is seeking an experienced Quality Control Lab Technician for a leading food manufacturing facility in Winchester, VA. This is a long-term, temp-to-hire opportunity for candidates with previous quality, laboratory, inspection, testing, or food manufacturing experience. This is not an entry-level position. Successful candidates will have hands‑on experience in quality assurance, quality control, laboratory operations, food manufacturing, production testing, or a similar regulated manufacturing environment. Candidates whose experience is limited to restaurant, retail food service, catering, or hospitality environments may not meet the qualifications for this role.

Key Responsibilities

• Sample Collection & Quality Verification Collect product samples according to established schedules and testing requirements. Verify products meet quality specifications throughout the production process. Accurately label, document, and track samples to ensure product traceability and compliance. Monitor production quality and communicate any concerns to the Quality and Production teams.
• Laboratory Operations Prepare and maintain incubator and cooler rack systems to support daily laboratory activities. Assist with sample organization, tracking, and storage. Complete required documentation, records, and reports accurately and in a timely manner.
• Food Safety & Compliance Follow all Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs), food safety standards, sanitation procedures, and company policies. Support SQF, HACCP, and other food safety and quality programs. Identify, document, and report quality, food safety, or compliance concerns immediately. Help ensure products consistently meet customer and regulatory requirements.
• Laboratory Sanitation Maintain a clean, organized, and sanitary laboratory environment. Perform routine cleaning and housekeeping tasks within the lab and designated quality areas. Ensure laboratory equipment, work surfaces, and supplies remain organized and ready for use.
• Continuous Improvement Participate in quality and food safety initiatives designed to improve efficiency, compliance, and product quality. Work collaboratively with Quality and Production teams to support departmental goals.

Required Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of experience in one or more of the following:
• Quality Assurance (QA)
• Quality Control (QC)
• Laboratory Operations
• Food Manufacturing Quality
• Food Production Quality
• Food Safety within a manufacturing or production environment
• Pharmaceutical Manufacturing Quality
• Chemical Manufacturing Quality
• Production Testing or Inspection
• Experience working in a food manufacturing, food production, pharmaceutical, chemical manufacturing, or other regulated production environment.
• Experience collecting samples, documenting results, completing production records, and following established testing, inspection, or quality procedures.
• Working knowledge of GMPs, HACCP, SQF, quality control programs, or food safety systems within a manufacturing setting.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to identify quality issues, specification deviations, and food safety concerns.
• Ability to accurately complete documentation and maintain detailed records.
• Basic computer proficiency for data entry, reporting, and recordkeeping.
• High School Diploma or GED required.

Preferred Qualifications

• Associate degree in Biology, Chemistry, Food Science, Environmental Science, or a related field.
• Previous experience in a food production or food manufacturing laboratory.
• Experience performing microbiological sampling, environmental monitoring, product testing, or quality verification activities.
• Experience with SQF, HACCP, GMP compliance, quality audits, or regulatory inspections in a manufacturing environment.

Why Apply?

• Temp-to-hire opportunity with long-term career potential
• Stable, full-time schedule
• Opportunity to work for a growing food manufacturing operation
• Gain valuable experience within a Quality and Food Safety department
• Immediate interviews available

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