Quality Technician I

Curio Wellness; Towson (MD); On-site; USD 29,000 - 32,000; Part time

Job summary

Curio Wellness is seeking a Quality Technician I for a part-time evening shift in Towson, MD (Mon-Fri 5:15 PM - 10:15 PM). The role focuses on driving in-process quality within Cultivation and Manufacturing areas and reports to the Site Quality Manager.

Responsibilities include ensuring cGMP/cGAP adherence, participating in audits, root-cause analysis, approving standard work for production cells, inspecting materials and products, and supporting Lean improvements and sanitation practices.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED; or 1+ year of quality experience; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Lean mindset with ownership.
• Experience in GMP/regulated manufacturing environments.
• Strong written and verbal communication; ability to follow written procedures.

Responsibilities

• Ensure cGMP or cGAP standards per state regulations are adhered to.
• Collaborate with internal and external audits.
• Participate in root cause analysis for quality outages.
• Approve standard work for cells prior to production, including ATP swabbing.
• Execute daily tasks, projects and objectives.
• Inspect materials and finished products for quality.
• Maintain professionalism and service culture.
• Ensure daily policy compliance including HR, security, dress code and schedules.
• Input to Lean process improvements for manufacturing quality programs.
• Oversee sanitation practices and disposal of non-conforming material.

Skills

Lean

GMP experience

Critical thinking

Written and verbal communication

Procedural adherence

Self-motivated

Analytical/data interpretation

Attention to detail

Computer/office proficiency

ServSafe certification

Responsible Vendor Training

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

21.00 - 23.00

Contact Information: Raquel Martinez - [e-mail],

THIS IS A PART-TIME EVENING SHIFT * MONDAY - FRIDAY 5:15 PM -10:15 PM

Be bold. Be exceptional. Be well.

The Quality Technician I is responsible for assisting with quality-related activities at our facilities. This role is designed to drive in-process quality within the Cultivation and Manufacturing areas. This role reports directly to the Site Quality Manager for continuous improvement.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Responsible for ensuring cGood Manufacturing Practices (cGMP) or cGood Agricultural Practices (cGAP) Standards quality policies and procedures are adhered to according to state regulations
• Collaborate with external and internal audit processes.
• Participate in root cause analysis for quality outages.
• Approve standard work for cells prior to production, including ATP swabbing.
• 100% execution of daily tasks, projects & objectives.
• Conduct inspection of materials and products to ensure finished product quality.
• Maintains a culture of professionalism and service.
• Ensures daily compliance with policies, including, but not limited to, state compliance, security protocols, access protocols, dress code, and work schedules.
• Comply with all HR policies, including confidentiality and non-disclosure notices.
• Input to Lean process improvements for the Manufacturing quality programs.
• Implementation/monitoring of sanitation practices.
• Oversee disposal of non-conforming material (green waste).
• Adherence to food and allergen safety policies

QUALIFICATIONS:

• The ideal candidate will embrace a mindset of Extreme Ownership, taking full responsibility for their contributions and driving positive outcomes.
• Lean Experience
• Experience working in a Manufacturing environment that follows GMP standards
• Utilizes critical thinking to troubleshoot issues, work collaboratively with a team to brainstorm solutions, and implement improvement solutions
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to follow written procedures and monitor others for adherence to written procedures
• Self-motivated
• Analytical and data interpretation
• Strong attention to detail
• Computer/office proficiency
• ServSafe certification (if required by state regulations)
• Responsible Vendor Training (if required by state regulations)

Education

High School Diploma or General Education Degree (GED); or 1+ year of quality experience; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Curio Wellness is an Equal Opportunity Employer Curio Wellness is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Must be 21 years old.

As a condition of employment, all Curio Wellness employees must comply with the State of Maryland requirements which includes providing a copy of your fingerprints in the required format and consenting to an FBI Background Check.

As a condition of employment, all Curio Wellness employees must comply with the State of Missouri requirements which includes providing a copy of your fingerprints in the required format and consenting to an FBI Background Check.

Curio Wellness is an Equal Opportunity Employer Curio Wellness is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Must be 21 years old.

Nearest Major Market: Baltimore