Quality Technician

Kelly Science, Engineering, Technology & Telecom; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the biotech sector seeks a Quality Control Technician in Richmond, VA. The role involves performing various testing and quality checks, ensuring compliance with industry standards, and documenting results accurately. Ideal candidates are proactive individuals with a background in science and some experience in manufacturing. This full-time position offers an opportunity to contribute to quality assurance in a dynamic environment.

Benefits

Medical insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Pension plan

Disability insurance

Qualifications

• 1–2 years of experience in food, beverage, or related manufacturing.
• Familiarity with lab safety practices and hazardous material handling.
• Working knowledge of HACCP preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conduct standardized analytical testing on materials.
• Maintain and update all QC laboratory documentation.
• Support production teams through quality checks.

Skills

Analytical testing

Quality sampling

Sanitation compliance

Education

Bachelor’s degree in a science-related field

Tools

Laboratory equipment

Job description

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The QC Technician is responsible for conducting monitoring, sampling, and testing of raw materials, in-process, and finished products to ensure compliance with internal quality standards, regulatory requirements, and food safety protocols. This role plays a critical part in upholding GMP, SQF standards, and product integrity across all production stages.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Perform standardized analytical testing on incoming, in-process, and finished materials. Tests may include pH, turbidity, Brix, salt content, alcohol, total nitrogen, and microbiological analysis.
• Conduct routine quality sampling and inspections during production runs, reporting variances and non-conformities promptly to management.
• Support production teams by performing pre-run, in-process, and post-run quality checks.
• Monitor sanitation and hygiene compliance across the facility in accordance with GMP policies; report repeat violations.
• Prepare and send samples for external laboratory testing; track results and escalate issues as needed.
• Place and release products on quality hold status according to company protocols.
• Receive and verify new ingredients; maintain supplier documentation and ingredient records.
• Maintain and update all QC laboratory documentation, including SOPs, forms, charts, and analytical records.
• Calibrate, maintain, and troubleshoot laboratory equipment and ensure performance standards are met.
• Manage inventory of laboratory supplies, reagents, and consumables.
• Support the QC Manager in resolving customer quality complaints and inquiries.
• Work a flexible schedule including overtime and weekends as needed.
• Work safely in an environment with potential allergens (soy, wheat, peanut, sesame, mustard).
• Wear all required PPE including hearing protection, safety glasses, steel-toe/anti-slip footwear, hair/facial nets, gloves, and uniform while adhering to GMP standards.
• 1–2 years of experience in the food, beverage or related manufacturing industry.
• Bachelor’s degree in a science-related field (preferred).
• Familiarity with lab safety practices and hazardous material handling.
• Working knowledge of HACCP; certification preferred but not required.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Science, Research, and Manufacturing

• Industries

  Biotechnology Research, Pharmaceutical Manufacturing, and Chemical Raw Materials Manufacturing

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Vision insurance

401(k)

Pension plan

Disability insurance

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