Quality Control Technician - Can Fill

Socket.dev; Salt Lake City (UT); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Socket.dev is seeking a detail‑oriented Quality Analyst to perform routine and non‑routine testing of raw materials, in‑process, and finished products to ensure conformance to specifications in our Utah facility.

You will conduct line testing (Brix, TA, pH, CO2, fill volume, seam checks), use caliper gauges and micrometers, record data, and support 5S and continuous improvement efforts through accurate data entry and reporting.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent with 2–3 years related experience.
• Basic to intermediate understanding of production and quality processes.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to review data and trends.
• Ability to match colors accurately and communicate clearly.

Responsibilities

• Tests and inspects products to verify conformance to specifications.
• Performs line testing on can filling operations (Brix, TA, pH, CO2, fill volume, seam checks).
• Records results per standard procedures and maintains documentation.
• Uses measuring tools and enters data into database systems.
• Advises production when inspections fail specifications and supports CAPA.
• Supports 5S and continuous improvement through accurate reporting.

Skills

Attention to detail

Data interpretation

Clear communication

Color matching

Excel skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent with 2-3 years related experience

Tools

Caliper gauges

Micrometers

Job description

Description

SUMMARY

Conducts routine and non-routine analysis of raw materials, in-process, and finished product, using a variety of testing devices and procedures to maintain product quality.

Requirements

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Conducts tests and inspections of products or processes to evaluate quality or performance; examines products or work to verify conformance to specifications
• Performs line testing on can filling operations, including Brix, titratable acidity (TA), pH, CO2, fill volume, and seam checks, and records results per standard procedures
• Routinely use measuring tools (such as: caliper gauges, micrometers)
• Advise production when inspection or test results do not meet specifications
• Generates forms as required to correct or prevent nonconformance; investigates as needed
• Records test data and applies to statistical quality control procedures
• Enters data into database systems and maintains accurate records for analysis
• Recommends revisions and updates for standard operating procedures and work instructions as needed
• Performs periodic product or process audits per standard procedures
• Supports efforts to minimize defects by identifying and reporting quality issues
• Build positive relationships across designated team by effectively collaborating, communicating, and upholding ethical integrity
• Works individually and as a team to support quality and efficiency improvements
• Maintain a safe and clean workspace according to 5S standards

Food Safety

Responsible and required to notify management about actual or potential food safety issues; and empowered to act to resolve food safety issues within their scope of work. If this position is vacant for any significant period of time, the obligation for completion of all food safety and quality related tasks will become the responsibility of the direct manager or a qualified designee.

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education:

High school diploma or equivalent with 2–3 years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience

Skills/Knowledge:

Possesses basic to intermediate skills and knowledge. Has a general understanding of production and quality processes. Strong attention to detail and ability to review and interpret basic data and trends. Must be able to match colors. Demonstrated ability to provide clear and concise communication (verbal and written) in a respectful manner.

Computer Skills:

The ability to work effectively in a Microsoft Windows environment (Word, Excel, Outlook, and internal software programs), including data entry and basic spreadsheet use. Strong attention to detail and ability to review data for accuracy.

Physical Demands:

The Physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to sit and use hands to finger, handle, and feel objects, tools, and controls. The employee is frequently required to stand, walk, bend, and reach with hands and arms.
• The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision.