Quality Control Technician I

Actalent; Carson (CA); On-site; USD 31,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

401(k) plan

On-site onsite facilities

Job summary

Actalent is recruiting a multi-level Quality Control Technician for a meat processing facility in Carson, CA. The role spans QC Tech I–III with increasing responsibility for inspections, environmental monitoring, and quality system oversight.

You will help ensure products meet strict safety and regulatory standards. Responsibilities include temperature, ATP hygiene, GMP inspections, pH/salt checks, calibration, and calibration of thermometers, plus documenting results and reporting deviations to

Qualifications

• Meat industry experience or related food production preferred.
• Strong data entry and QA data management skills.
• Proficiency with temperature, pH, and salt measurements in production.
• Knowledge of GMP and SOP compliance in manufacturing.
• Attention to detail in documenting results and deviations.
• Ability to support CAPA activities and continuous improvement.
• Good communication with supervisors and production teams.

Responsibilities

• Perform product temperature checks to ensure compliance with specs and safety.
• Conduct ATP hygiene checks and GMP inspections on lines and areas.
• Calibrate thermometers and verify seal integrity for packaging.
• Document all quality results and report deviations promptly to QA leadership.
• Support receiving inspections and environmental swabbing for sanitation verification.
• Assist in root cause investigations and CAPA implementation.

Skills

Meat industry experience

Data entry / QA data

Temperature, pH, salt checks

GMP / SOP compliance

Documentation accuracy

CAPA support

Clear communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Food Science or related field

Job description

Quality Control Technician I / II / III

Job Description

This multi-level Quality Control Technician role supports food safety and product quality in a meat processing environment. The position ranges from entry-level (QC Tech I) to level (QC Tech III), with increasing responsibility for inspections, calibrations, environmental monitoring, and oversight of critical quality systems. You will help ensure products meet strict regulatory, safety, and quality standards by performing routine checks, documenting results accurately, and collaborating closely with production and quality assurance teams.

Responsibilities

• Perform product temperature checks throughout production to ensure compliance with specifications and food safety standards.
• Conduct ATP equipment hygiene checks to verify effective cleaning and sanitation.
• Inspect equipment for cleanliness and sanitation readiness before use.
• Perform Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) inspections on production lines and in processing areas.
• Conduct sanitizer concentration verification to confirm proper strength and effectiveness.
• Measure pH and salt concentrations to ensure products meet defined quality and safety parameters.
• Perform pre-operational inspections prior to production start-up and document findings.
• Verify water temperatures to ensure they meet required process and sanitation specifications.
• Accurately document all quality and food safety results and promptly report deviations to quality assurance leadership.
• Perform all QC Tech I responsibilities as a QC Tech II.
• Conduct thermometer calibrations to maintain accuracy of temperature monitoring devices.
• Perform seal integrity checks using vacuum testing equipment to verify packaging performance.
• Collect sensory and retain samples for product evaluation and traceability.
• Conduct sensory evaluations of finished products to assess appearance, flavor, texture, and overall quality.
• Verify label accuracy and compliance, including product information, coding, and regulatory requirements.
• Communicate food safety and quality concerns clearly to supervisors and production teams to support timely corrective actions.
• Perform all QC Tech I and QC Tech II duties as a QC Tech III.
• Monitor and document freezer and cooler temperatures to ensure proper storage conditions.
• Conduct environmental swabbing in ready-to-eat (RTE) production areas to verify sanitation effectiveness.
• Oversee receiving inspections of ingredients and raw materials, ensuring they meet quality and safety standards.
• Assist in root cause investigations and support the development and implementation of corrective and preventive actions (CAPA).
• Support internal and external audits by providing documentation, records, and process explanations.
• Provide guidance and training to junior quality control technicians to promote consistent practices and continuous improvement.

Essential Skills

• Experience in the meat industry or a closely related food production environment.
• Strong computer skills, including the ability to enter and manage quality data accurately.
• Familiarity with weight checks, temperature checks, and pH readings in a production setting.
• Ability to perform and interpret quality control checks such as temperature, pH, salt concentration, and seal integrity.
• Demonstrated attention to detail and accuracy when documenting results and reporting deviations.
• Comfort working with standard operating procedures (SOPs) and following Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs).
• Effective communication skills to clearly convey food safety and quality concerns to supervisors and production teams.
• Capability to support CAPA (Corrective and Preventive Actions) activities and follow through on quality improvements.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Bachelors degree in Food Science or a related field is helpful and considered an advantage.
• Previous experience with quality assurance processes in food manufacturing is beneficial.
• Familiarity with environmental monitoring, including ATP testing and environmental swabbing, is a plus.
• Experience supporting internal and external audits is advantageous.
• Ability to train and mentor junior team members is valuable at higher levels.
• Interest in long-term growth within quality assurance and food safety functions.

Work Environment

This role is based in a meat processing facility with a strong focus on food safety, quality assurance, and adherence to Good Manufacturing Practices. You will work around production lines, freezers, coolers, and ready-to-eat (RTE) areas, performing frequent temperature checks, environmental swabbing, and equipment inspections. QC Tech I typically works a second shift with a start time between 9:00 a.m. and 12:00 p.m., Monday through Friday, with potential Sunday work as needed. QC Tech II works a first shift with a start time between 5:00 a.m. and 7:00 a.m. Training for the first week runs from 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. The environment involves working with thermometers, vacuum testing equipment, pH meters, computers, and other quality testing tools while following SOPs and GMPs. The position offers an opportunity for long-term growth following an initial six-month contract duration.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Carson, CA.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $22.85 - $24.57/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: Medical, dental & vision Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital 401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) Short and long-term disability Health Spending Account (HSA) Transportation benefits Employee Assistance Program Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Carson, CA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 5, 2026.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Carson,CA.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® winner for both client and talent service.

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