Quality Control Technician

Central Garden & Pet; Monroe (NJ); On-site; USD 26,174 - 33,062; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

401k with 3% company match

Paid vacation, holidays and sick time

Access to thousands of free online courses

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Central Garden & Pet in Monroe, New Jersey is seeking a Quality Control Technician to ensure product quality and compliance with standards. This role includes performing inspections of materials and finished products, maintaining records, and collaborating with production teams.

The position offers a salary between $19.00 – $24.00 per hour, based on experience, and includes comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance, along with a 401k plan and various employee benefits.

Qualifications

• A minimum of 2 years experience in a similar role.
• Food manufacturing experience required.

Responsibilities

• Perform inspections of raw materials and finished products.
• Ensure manufacturing processes comply with quality standards.
• Maintain detailed records of inspections and testing results.
• Identify opportunities for process improvement.
• Conduct internal audits of manufacturing processes.

Skills

Knowledge of quality control standards and testing techniques

Excellent knowledge of MS Office

Good math skills

Strong communication skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent qualification

Certification in quality control (preferred)

Job description

Description

The Quality Control Technician will play a critical role in ensuring products are packaged correctly and meet quality standards before they are shipped to customers. The primary objective of the Quality Control Technician - Manufacturing is to identify and rectify defects or deviations from established quality criteria to maintain high product quality. This position runs Monday – Friday, with the following shifts:

2nd Shift: 2:00 PM – 10:30 PM

3rd Shift: 10:00 PM – 6:30 AM

Key Responsibilities

• Perform thorough inspections of raw materials, components, and finished products to check for defects, non-conformities, and deviations from quality standards.
• Work closely with production teams to ensure that manufacturing processes are in compliance with quality standards and are carried out correctly.
• Inspect finished produced goods to ensure their quality and adherence are up to specifications.
• Keep detailed records of inspections, testing results, and any deviations from the quality standards up-to-date and maintained.
• Reject all products and materials that fail to meet quality expectations.
• Collect and take samples of production batch to ensure products are meeting standards.
• Identify opportunities for process improvement and suggestions on changes to enhance efficiency and product quality.
• Ensure that inspection and testing equipment are regularly calibrated to maintain accuracy and reliability.
• Investigate the root causes of quality issues, collaborate with cross-functional teams, and recommend corrective and preventive actions to prevent future occurrences.
• Conduct internal audits of manufacturing processes and procedures to ensure ongoing compliance with quality standards and regulations.
• Maintain open and effective communication with production staff, quality assurance teams, and management to ensure everyone is aligned on quality goals and expectations.
• Prioritize safety in the manufacturing environment, ensuring that quality control activities are carried out safely and in accordance with safety protocols.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent qualification.
• Certification in quality control is preferred.
• Must have food manufacturing experience.
• A minimum of 2 years experience in a similar role.
• Excellent knowledge of MS Office.
• Good math, technical, and communication skills.
• Strong understanding of quality control standards and testing techniques.

Position Information

• This position pays $19.00 – $24.00 per hour depending on experience.

Benefits Package & Employee Programs

• Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Free Life and Disability Insurance
• Health and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• 401k with 3% company match and annual employer discretionary contribution
• Paid vacation, holidays and sick time
• Employee Assistance Program
• Access to thousands of free online courses
• Discounts on cell phones, movie tickets, gym memberships, and more!
• Education Assistance (both college degrees and professional certifications)
• Referral Program with cash bonus
• Access to on-demand payPaid parental leave

We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by law.