Quality Assurance Technician Level I

Artech LLC

Downingtown, PA

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JOB DETAILS

SALARY

SKILLS

Analysis Skills, Auditing, Biology, Calibration, Chemistry, Cleanroom, Communication Skills, Computer Skills, Consumer Packaged Goods, Continuous Improvement, Corrective Action, Cross-Functional, Data Entry, Detail Oriented, Document Management, Equipment Validation, Food Microbiology, Food Production, Food Quality, Food Safety, Food Science, GMP (Good Manufacturing Practices), High School Diploma, Laboratory, Laboratory Equipment, Laboratory Testing, Leadership, Maintain Compliance, Materials Analysis, Materials Testing, Materials Tracking, Organizational Skills, Product Testing, Production Control, Production Specifications, Quality Assurance, Quality Control, Record Keeping, Regulatory Compliance, Safety Compliance, Safety Process, Safety Standards, Safety Training, Safety/Work Safety, Sanitation, Startup, Team Lead/Manager, Test Equipment, Testing, Validation Testing, Weight Management

LOCATION

Downingtown, PA

POSTED

30+ days ago

Job Title: Quality Assurance (QA) Technician
Location: Downingtown, PA (onsite)
Pay Rate: $22/hr

Required Skills & Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; associate’s degree in food science, Biology, Chemistry, or a related field preferred.
• 1–3 years of experience in Quality Assurance, Quality Control, Food Manufacturing, Laboratory Testing, or a related environment.
• Knowledge of food safety programs, GMPs, HACCP, SQF, sanitation practices, and quality systems.
• Experience performing routine laboratory testing, inspections, and analytical evaluations.
• Ability to accurately document test results and maintain detailed records.
• Familiarity with laboratory equipment calibration, validation, and maintenance procedures.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to identify product quality deviations.
• Ability to communicate effectively with production personnel, supervisors, and cross-functional teams.
• Basic computer skills and proficiency in data entry and reporting.
• Ability to safely handle chemicals, follow safety procedures, and perform physical tasks including lifting as required.
• Flexibility to work overtime, weekends, and varying shifts as needed.

Preferred Skills & Qualifications

• Associate or bachelor’s degree in food science, Microbiology, Chemistry, Biology, or a related discipline.
• Previous experience in a food manufacturing or consumer packaged goods (CPG) environment.
• Knowledge of allergen control programs, metal detection systems, and sanitation verification processes.
• Experience working within SQF-certified facilities.
• Understanding of quality auditing and continuous improvement initiatives.

Day-to-Day Responsibilities

• Perform routine laboratory testing and quality assurance evaluations on raw materials, in-process products, finished goods, and externally supplied products.
• Monitor production processes using sensory evaluation, weight control, and analytical methods to ensure compliance with established product specifications, including moisture, pH, color, size, and weight requirements.
• Evaluate finished products for moisture content, ingredient compliance, breakage, package fill, seal integrity, code date legibility, and overall product quality.
• Accurately perform, document, and maintain records of all quality and laboratory testing activities.
• Utilize testing equipment for validation, verification, calibration, and routine monitoring activities.
• Communicate quality concerns, non-conformances, and out-of-specification findings to production personnel and QA/Production leadership.
• Identify, investigate, and determine disposition requirements for non-compliant products, including product holds, rework recommendations, and corrective actions with management approval.
• Monitor raw material storage areas and complete shift inspections, reporting any abnormal findings.
• Conduct metal detector validation and verification activities to ensure compliance with food safety requirements.
• Audit allergen control documentation, maintenance records, and operator forms.
• Perform pre-operational inspections of processing, mixing, and packaging equipment following changeovers and prior to production start-up.
• Conduct sanitation and allergen-cleanliness verifications to ensure equipment and production areas meet established standards.
• Execute and monitor Food Safety Plans and Food Quality Plans in compliance with SQF requirements.
• Maintain clean and organized laboratory and work areas while adhering to all safety and hygiene standards.
• Follow safe chemical handling procedures and proper lifting techniques.
• Support plant sanitation programs, including participation in Kleanz or similar sanitation management programs when applicable.
• Perform additional duties and responsibilities as assigned.

About the Company

Artech LLC

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