Quality Control Technician (3rd shift)

Cibo Vita; Totowa (NJ); On-site; USD 24,796 - 35,817; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life Insurance

401K

Paid time off

Company paid holidays

Career advancement and training

Job summary

Cibo Vita, based in Totowa, NJ, seeks a Quality Control Technician to monitor production lines on a full-time, on-site basis. The role involves nightly hours (11:30pm–8:00am) with a $2.00 shift differential, and requires GMP experience and bilingual Spanish/English communication.

You will perform inspections, GMP audits, label checks, HACCP/SQF record keeping, sensory testing, and calibration. The position reports to the Quality Control Supervisor and offers benefits and career advancement

Qualifications

• GMP experience in manufacturing environments is required.
• Knowledge of safety rules, regulations and training.
• Bilingual Spanish/English required.
• Good communication skills are essential.
• Basic computer skills are needed.
• Attention to detail is critical.
• Ability to work in a team environment.

Responsibilities

• Ensure raw materials and finished goods meet quality and food safety standards.
• Perform daily pre-operational inspections and closing cleaning inspections.
• Conduct daily GMP audits.
• Check label accuracy and integrity.
• Handle HACCP & SQF record keeping.
• Conduct Micro test sampling and prepare customer samples.
• Conduct sensory evaluation and calibrate equipment.
• Assist in implementing corrective actions after audits.
• Communicate nonconforming products to responsible personnel.
• Follow HOLD procedures and perform other duties as needed.

Skills

GMP experience

Safety rules knowledge

Bilingual Spanish/English

Communication skills

Basic computer skills

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Job description

Quality Control Technician

Position Type: Full-time, On-Site

Job Type: Hourly (non-exempt)

Hours: Monday through Friday 11:30pm-8am. Shift Diff.: $2.00 per hr.

About Us: At Cibo Vita, innovation drives everything we do. Based in Totowa, NJ, we craft premium healthy snacks under the Nature’s Garden brand, combining quality ingredients with creative flavor and function. Our products are designed to support wellness, sustainability, and better snacking choices—helping consumers “Snack with Purpose.”

Job Summary: The Quality Control Technician will be responsible for monitoring production lines. This role offers responsibility, variety, and the satisfaction that your role makes a real impact on our success. The position will report to the Quality Control Supervisor.

Key Responsibilities

• Ensure that all raw material and finished goods meet all quality and food safety standards.
• Perform Daily pre-operational inspections and closing cleaning inspections
• Conduct daily GMP audits.
• Check label accuracy and integrity.
• Handle HACCP & SQF record keeping
• QC Checklist
• Label Inspection-CCP#1
• Metal Detector Monitoring Form
• Lot Inspection
• Other Forms as needed
• Conduct Micro test sampling.
• Prepare customer samples.
• Conduct sensory evaluation.
• Take all measures necessary to ensure food safety.
• Calibrate equipment.
• Allergen Validation testing
• ATP Testing
• Assist in implementation of corrective action required as a result of audit
• Ensure nonconforming products are handled appropriately
• Communicate nonconforming products to appropriate personnel
• Follow up with the HOLD procedure
• Other duties will be added as necessary

Requirements

• GMP experience in manufacturing environment
• Working knowledge of safety rules, regulations and training.
• Bilingual (Spanish/English)
• Good Communication skills
• Basic computer skills
• Attention to detail
• Ability to work in a team environment

Physical Stamina

• Ability to continuously lift up to 50 lbs.
• Ability to bend, twist, constant use of a ladder and walk throughout the shift
• Must be able to stand for the duration of the shift 8-10+ hours.

What do we offer

• Medical, Dental and Vision Benefits
• Life Insurance
• 401K
• PTO
• Company Paid Holidays
• Career advancement and training

Cibo Vita is a CPG manufacturer located in Totowa, NJ, with a focus on high-quality, innovative, “better for you” snacks. Cibo Vita primarily operates under its flagship brand, Nature’s Garden, which has a national presence.