Quality Control Technician

Top Gum North America (formerly Island Abbey Nutritionals™); Copiague (NY); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Top Gum North America, located in Copiague, NY, is seeking a Quality Control Technician to ensure product quality in a GMP-regulated environment. You will test raw materials, in-process products, and finished goods, and help maintain QC documentation and sampling procedures.

The role requires a diploma in Food Science or related field, HACCP knowledge, and strong English communication. The position is permanent, full-time, with 12-hour shifts in a busy manufacturing facility.

Qualifications

• A diploma/degree in Food Science or related life science is required.
• HACCP and related food safety knowledge.
• Knowledge of QA/Control practices in a GMP manufacturing environment.
• Previous quality experience in a food manufacturing facility is considered an asset.

Responsibilities

• Test raw materials, in-process, and finished products (pH, brix, weight, moisture, labeling).
• Assist with sampling of raw materials and finished goods and release through Vicinity software.
• Conduct final QC checks of the finished product.
• Maintain retain samples for raw and packaging materials and finished goods; record results.
• Control/hold OOS or non-conforming products and initiate corrective actions.
• Enforce GMP compliance in Production/Packaging/Warehouse areas.
• Perform environmental monitoring and upkeep of lab equipment and records.

Skills

Communication

Attention to detail

Time management

Education

Diploma/degree in Food Science or related life science

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

REPORTS TO: QA Manager

HOURLY RATE: $20.00 – $26.00

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT: Permanent | Full-Time , 12 – Hour Shift

LOCATION: Copiague, NY

About Us

We provide full-service contract manufacturing, bottling, and packaging solutions for gummy natural health products, supporting clients from concept through launch. Operating within a regulated manufacturing environment, we are committed to quality, compliance, and continuous improvement.

The Opportunity

The Quality Control Technician is responsible for ensuring the quality of production by enforcing GMP, validating processes, and providing documentation.

What Success Looks Like

• Accurate and timely testing of raw materials, in-process, and finished products
• Non-conforming products are controlled and corrective actions are taken
• Production areas consistently follow GMP standards
• Equipment and environmental monitoring are properly maintained
• QC records are complete, accurate, and up to date

Responsibilities

Product & Raw Material Testing

• Responsible for all testing related to the quality of product and raw material (pH, brix, in-process product weights, label verification, moisture and water activity testing, etc.).
• Perform all activities related to quality checks for raw ingredients and packaging materials before being brought into GMP Production areas.
• Assist with sampling of raw materials and finished goods as per sampling procedures and release through Vicinity software.
• Conduct Final QC checks of the finished product.
• Responsible for the collection and maintenance of retain samples for raw and packaging materials and finished goods.
• Compile records and interpret experimental or analytical results.

Corrective Action & Documentation

• Responsible for controlling/holding OOS or non-conforming products and taking the necessary corrective actions to mitigate further quality risk to in-process or finished products; work collaboratively with the on-shift production supervisor and perform the appropriate escalation to senior management.
• Document results of inspections and provide guidance on corrective actions.

GMP Compliance & Facility Oversight

• Enforce and monitor Production/Packaging/Warehouse areas for GMP compliance.
• Verify the production pick list for each product before the start of production.
• Monitor housekeeping, cleaning and sanitation, personal hygiene, and pest control programs of the facility.

Environmental Monitoring & Safety

• Perform regular verification of weighing scales, thermometers, pH meters and refractometers, metal detectors, and maintenance of lab equipment and maintain records of the same.
• Responsible for monitoring and verifying sanitation activities; complete ATP swabs and perform rinse water sampling after sanitation step (line clearance/end of shift cleaning/deep cleaning).
• Maintain and complete all QC monitoring records as GDP.
• Conduct or assist in air and water quality testing and assessments, and environmental monitoring program to ensure compliance with GMPs and regulatory standards.

Qualifications

Experience & Education

• A diploma/degree in Food Science or a related life science discipline from an accredited college/university is required.
• HACCP and related food safety knowledge.
• Knowledge of Quality Assurance/Control practices and procedures in a GMP manufacturing environment.
• Previous Quality experience in a food manufacturing facility is considered an asset.

Technical Skills

• Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office products.

Competencies

• Excellent communication skills both verbal and written in English.
• Must be well organized and demonstrate effective time management skills.
• High attention to detail.

Working Conditions & Physical Requirements

• Stand or walk for an extended period on a hard surface.
• Lift up to 30 lbs.
• Work 12-hour shifts, either day or night.
• Be present in manufacturing environment which can be noisy, hot, cold and require PPE.

This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Employees may be required to perform other job-related duties as needed to meet business, operational, quality, safety, or regulatory requirements.

Our Commitment to Inclusive Hiring

We are committed to building an inclusive and accessible workplace.

We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds and experiences.

Accommodations are available throughout the recruitment process upon request.