QC Technician

Kelly® Science & Clinical is seeking a QC Technician for a contract-to-hire position at a cutting-edge client. If you're passionate about leading production teams and ensuring high-quality manufacturing standards, trust The Experts at Hiring Experts.

Job Title : Quality Control Technician

Pay : $21-23.00/hour

Schedule : Day shift

Location : San Fernando, CA (91340)

Contract-to-Hire

General Duties

• Perform standard QC tests and analysis on incoming raw materials, raw samples

and/or finished products.

• Prepare all standards for comparison with samples from production.

• Maintain accurate records on all work performed.

• Maintain and calibrate instruments regularly.

• Receive instruction and guidance from QC Chemists and R & D scientists of all levels.

• Have internal contacts with R&D staff, Production, Purchasing and inter-company lab personnel regarding resources, production and procedures.

• This individual must maintain a positive work atmosphere by behaving and communicating in ways that foster good relationships with vendors, customers, co-workers and supervisors, while achieving and enhancing performance standards.

Essential Job Functions

• Perform standard routine tests (RI, density, pH, color, etc.) on products.

• Perform standard sensory tests on raw materials, customer submissions, and finished flavors.

• Pull samples out from storage locations to be used as standards or re-evaluate for any reason as requested.

• Pull samples of incoming raw material from Shipping & Receiving.

• Evaluate incoming raw material samples for compliance with specifications.

• Responsible for collection, review and filing of Certificates of Analysis for all raw materials.

• Responsible for keeping FABS up to date on all QC records of samples tested.

• Begin to trouble-shoot problem areas within the QC function and recommend solutions.

• Prepare samples for outside testing as needed.

• Responsible for organizing, storing, clean-up and disposal of QC retained samples.

• Responsible for cleaning and calibrating all QC lab instruments on a regular basis.

• Wash all glassware; maintain a clean working area and sufficient inventory of supplies in the lab.

• Must demonstrate skill in establishing and implementing QC procedures for the continuous improvement of the QC Department functions (record keeping, trend analysis, specifications development and reporting data in a timely manner.)

• Provide training for new employees as needed.

• Adhere to all safety procedures and policies.

• Must have regular, punctual attendance.

• Perform all others duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Minimum B.A. in related field or equivalent work experience.

• Must be able to move about in a production and lab environment.

• Must have visual acuity to evaluate sample appearance and use lab instruments.

• Must demonstrate taste/aroma sense acuity.

As part of our promise to talent, Kelly supports those who work with us through a variety of benefits, perks, and work-related resources. Please note: The following benefits reflect Kelly's general offerings. Eligibility may vary by assignment, location, and job type. Kelly offers eligible employees voluntary benefit plans including medical, dental, vision, telemedicine, term life, whole life, accident insurance, critical illness, a legal plan, and short-term disability. As a Kelly employee, you will have access to a retirement savings plan, service bonus and holiday pay plans (earn up to eight paid holidays per benefit year), and a transit spending account. In addition, employees are entitled to earn paid sick leave under the applicable state or local plan. Click here (https://www.mykelly.com/help-support-working-with-kelly-us/#Benefits) for more information on benefits and perks that may be available to you as a member of the Kelly Talent Community.

Why Kelly ® Science & Clinical?

Kelly Science & Clinical is your connection to premier scientific and clinical companies looking to hire industry experts just like you. Our team creates expert talent solutions to solve the world’s most critical challenges. Every day, we match science professionals with dream jobs that fit their skills, interests, and career goals—it’s the way we think job searching should be. Nearly 100 percent of our science recruiters have a professional background and education in science, so we know a thing or two about the science market and how to get your expertise noticed.

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