QC Lead - 1st Shift

Nongshim

Rancho Cucamonga, CA

JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Analysis Skills, Audiovisual, Computer Skills, Corrective Action, English Language, Food Quality, Food Safety, Food and Beverage Industry, GMP (Good Manufacturing Practices), Hazardous Materials/Substances, Laboratory Techniques, Laboratory Testing, Lift/Move 50 Pounds, Maintain Compliance, Manufacturing, Mathematics, Multilingual, Operations, Problem Solving Skills, Quality Assurance, Quality Control, Quality Management, Regulations, Safety Compliance, Sanitation, Spanish Language, Staff Development, Staff Training, Team Player, Testing, Training/Teaching, Warehousing
LOCATION
Rancho Cucamonga, CA
POSTED
Today
Job Title: QC Lead - 1st Shift

Department: Quality Assurance (QA)

Reports To: QA Manager

Job Summary:

The QC Lead for 1st Shift is responsible for supervising and leading Quality Control (QC) operations, across all areas, ensuring all processes are properly executed.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Lead daily QC operations for noodle, soup, broth, and receiving areas.
  • Support and guide QC Technicians on resolving issues.
  • Assist with training and development of QC staff.
  • Ensure QC tasks, inspections, and records are completed and verified.
  • Monitor employee safety practices and report any issues.
  • Make sure pre-operational sanitation pendings are addressed.
  • Ensure specific lab testing, such as oil AV and POV, is completed.
  • Oversee environmental swabbing, including allergen testing.
  • Ensure GMPs and sanitary operations are followed and maintained.
  • Review and verify SQF, food safety, and quality records.
  • Ensure proper execution of sensory analysis and inspections.
  • Report deficiencies and assist in corrective actions.
  • Ensure effective pass-down of information between shifts.
  • Coordinate and ensure end-of-week sanitation is monitored, and results are reported.
  • Support QA Management with special projects and audits.
  • Assist with annual SQF Training of employees and other trainings as needed.
  • Fill in for QC Technicians in all area as needed.
  • Be available to work various shifts if needed.
  • Ensure compliance with food safety and regulatory standards.
Qualifications:
  • Proficiency in English and math skills. Bilingual (Spanish/English) preferred.
  • Strong computer skills.
  • Experience in the food industry is highly advantageous.
  • Familiarity with basic laboratory testing procedures.
  • Strong analytical skills.
  • Adaptable, flexible, and collaborative within a team environment.
Education and Experience:
  • High school diploma or equivalent required.
  • Basic knowledge or experience in SQF & GMPs.
Physical Requirements:
  • Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
  • Stand, walk, and bend for extended periods.
  • Ability to work in a laboratory environment with potential exposure to hazardous materials.
Work Environment:
  • The position operates mostly in a manufacturing & warehouse environment, with some office work.
Schedule:
  • Full-time
  • 1st shift
Disclaimer:
  • This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. The Employee may perform other related duties as needed to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.

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