Quality Control Technician

TULKOFF FOOD PRODUCTS OHIO LLC; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

TULKOFF FOOD PRODUCTS OHIO LLC in Cincinnati, OH is seeking an experienced Quality Control Technician to ensure food safety and product quality on the production floor. You will help implement process controls and preventive actions in the critical area of food safety.

You will monitor GMP, perform ATP swabs, document results, and collaborate with QA/QC managers. This role requires strong communication, attention to detail, and familiarity with HACCP and regulatory requirements (FDA FSMA, USDA).

Qualifications

• Knowledge of food safety practices, HACCP and safety programs.
• Experience in a lab environment; wet chemistry preferred.
• 1–2 years of industry experience in food manufacturing.
• Proficient Excel and Microsoft Word.
• Strong verbal and written communication; detail-oriented with accurate documentation.

Responsibilities

• Monitor production line for GMP and cleanliness.
• Perform daily ATP swabs and sanitation inspections.
• Report to QA/QC managers and collaborate on issues.
• Create labels and tags for holds/releases.
• Approve samples and perform lab duties as assigned.
• Document data and communicate with production and supervisors.
• Understand SQF, FDA FSMA, USDA compliance as it relates to documents.
• HACCP monitoring activities.

Skills

HACCP

Lab environment

Strong communication

Attention to detail

Excel

Tools

Excel

Microsoft Word

Job description

Job DetailsLevel: ExperiencedJob Location: 0PZ68 TULKOFF FOOD PRODUCTS OHIO LLC - CINCINNATI , OH 45241Position Type: Full TimeJob Shift: 1st ShiftJob Category: QA - Quality ControlThe primary role of the Quality Control Technician is to ensure consistent food safety and product quality. Help to implement process control systems and preventative actions in the food safety area.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Monitor production line for Good Manufacturing Practices and Cleanliness
• Perform daily ATP swabs and sanitation inspections
• Report to and work closely with QA and/or QC Managers
• Create labels and tags as needed for production hold and release
• Ability to resolve daily issues and provide information on quality concerns
• Approve samples, open lab, and perform other duties as assigned
• Perform duties using effective communication skills
• Ability to understand SQF, FDA (FSMA), USDA and other regulating agencies compliance as it pertains to preparing, requesting and approving official company documents
• HACCP monitoring activities
• Properly document all data and provide timely and effective communication to production supervisors, management and other supervisors
• Fill in as needed in other areas of the Quality Department as assigned by the supervisor

Qualifications

To be eligible for this position, candidates should meet the following requirements:

• Knowledge of Food Safety Practices, Safety Programs and Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Points (HACCP).
• Experience in a lab environment, wet chemistry preferred.
• 1 - 2 years of industry experience preferably in a food manufacturing facility
• Proficient PC skills including Excel and Microsoft Word
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Detailed oriented with the ability to maintain accurate and legible documentation