Quality Control Technician -Full time

NeoDym Technologies; Alexandria (VA); On-site; USD 48,712,000 - 57,308,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Life Insurance

Paid Vacation

Paid Holidays

Career growth opportunities

Collaborative safety-focused team

Job summary

NeoDym Technologies in Alexandria, VA is seeking a Quality Control Technician to support the Food Safety and Quality Assurance team. You will conduct inspections, collect samples, monitor processes, and assist with audits to ensure compliance with company standards.

The role requires GMP knowledge, strong attention to detail, and the ability to work in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. This full-time position offers competitive benefits and growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• 2–5 years of experience in restaurant, food manufacturing, sanitation, or related food production environment.
• Knowledge of GMP and food safety standards.
• Experience supporting food industry audits is preferred.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Strong communication, teamwork and problem-solving abilities.
• Basic computer proficiency and documentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Conduct and document routine quality control inspections throughout the production process.
• Perform GMP and personal hygiene inspections.
• Collect food, water, and environmental samples for quality and microbiological testing.
• Perform equipment calibration according to Quality Assurance procedures.
• Identify, document, and investigate product and process non-conformities.
• Coordinate corrective and preventive actions (CAPA) with the Quality Assurance team.
• Monitor production activities and promptly report quality or food safety concerns.
• Recommend improvements to quality processes and food safety systems.
• Assist with internal and external audit preparation and regulatory compliance activities.
• Review quality documentation and records for accuracy and completeness.
• Support production staff retraining related to quality and food safety procedures when necessary.

Skills

GMP knowledge

Food safety standards

Attention to detail

Communication

Teamwork

Problem solving

Documentation skills

Fast-paced environment

Job description

Quality Control Technician

Location: Alexandria, VA
Shift: 2nd Shift (2:30 PM 11:00 PM)
Employment Type: Full-Time
Compensation: $17.00 $20.00 per hour ($35,360 $41,600 annually)

About the Organization

Our client is a leading food manufacturing company dedicated to producing high-quality, innovative food products while maintaining the highest standards of food safety and operational excellence. The organization is committed to continuous improvement, regulatory compliance, and delivering exceptional products to customers. Employees enjoy a collaborative work environment, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities for career growth within a quality-focused organization.

Position Overview

The Quality Control Technician is responsible for supporting the Food Safety and Quality Assurance team by ensuring products consistently meet company, customer, regulatory, and food safety standards. This role involves conducting quality inspections, monitoring production processes, collecting samples, supporting audits, and assisting with corrective actions to maintain product quality and compliance.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct and document routine quality control inspections throughout the production process.
• Perform Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) and personal hygiene inspections.
• Collect food, water, and environmental samples for quality and microbiological testing.
• Perform equipment calibration according to Quality Assurance procedures.
• Identify, document, and investigate product and process non-conformities.
• Coordinate corrective and preventive actions (CAPA) with the Quality Assurance team.
• Monitor production activities and promptly report quality or food safety concerns.
• Recommend improvements to quality processes and food safety systems.
• Assist with internal and external audit preparation and regulatory compliance activities.
• Review quality documentation and records for accuracy and completeness.
• Support production staff retraining related to quality and food safety procedures when necessary.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, GMP, food safety regulations, and quality standards.
• Perform additional quality assurance duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• 2 5 years of experience in a restaurant, food manufacturing, sanitation, or related food production environment.
• Knowledge of Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) and food safety standards.
• Experience supporting food industry audits is preferred.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Strong communication, teamwork, and problem-solving abilities.
• Basic computer proficiency and documentation skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in food quality control or food safety.
• Familiarity with HACCP principles and regulatory compliance.
• Previous experience in quality inspections within a food manufacturing environment.
• Understanding of corrective and preventive action (CAPA) processes.

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive hourly pay: $17.00 $20.00
• Health Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Paid Vacation
• Paid Holidays
• Additional company-sponsored benefits
• Opportunities for professional growth and career advancement
• Collaborative and safety-focused work environment