Technician I, Quality Control - 1st Shift

THE ROLE:

Join an award-winning team at one of Orange County's Top Workplaces! Herbalife at Lake Forest has been recognized by the OC Register for our exceptional workplace culture, and we're looking for a dedicated Technician I, Quality Control - 1st Shift to help us maintain our world-class standards.The Quality Control Technician is responsible for the sampling of raw materials, in-process materials and reserve sample arrangements as well as related documentation and other tasks as assigned by management. The technician is responsible for working independently on assigned tasks and in a team environment under direct supervision. The person in this role will also be working around ingredients such as powder, milk, soy, & gluten.

This is a role where your contributions directly impact the quality and integrity of products that reach millions of people — meaningful work that matters from day one.

HOW YOU WOULD CONTRIBUTE:

• Sampling of components – raw materials and timely completion of related documentation
• Assist management with approval or rejection of components
• Review of documentation – test results for components to assure material meets specifications
• Ensure adherence with GMPs and SOPs; responsibilities include, performing sampling, inspection and documentation review activities as required
• Determine disposition of components and release or reject as appropriate
• Reserve sample arrangement and timely completion of related documentation
• Assist management in conducting formal procedural inquiries and investigations to determine the cause of quality problems, recommend verbal and/or written corrective action to management as required 
• Interact effectively with co-workers, management, and vendors in order to resolve problems
• Assist management with development of departmental goals and objectives
• Operates a stand up reach forklift to transport materials in a warehouse environment.

Every task you perform here is a direct line to product safety, regulatory excellence, and consumer trust — making your day-to-day work both impactful and purposeful.

WHAT’S SPECIAL ABOUT THE TEAM:

Our team offers hands-on access to a dedicated lab and specialized equipment that most professionals in this field never encounter, giving you a genuine skill-building advantage that sets your expertise apart including Macro Nutritents. We are also committed to continuous growth — this is a team where your skill set expands with every project, in an environment purpose-built to help you develop capabilities you simply cannot build anywhere else.

If you bring curiosity, a commitment to quality, and a drive to grow, we want to hear from you. 

SKILLS AND BACKGROUND REQUIRED TO BE SUCCESSFUL:

Skills:

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in written English
• Computer literacy, with solid PC and software experience
• Ability to lift a minimum of 30lbs
• Strong ability to work independently and as a team member under the pressure of manufacturing

Experience:

• Knowledge of basic GMP and QA/QC for the food, pharmaceutical or medical device industry

Education:

• High School diploma or GED equivalent

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:  

• Previous knowledge and understanding of Quality compliance
• Previous experience working in a Dietary Supplements manufacturing environment
• Bachelor's degree in Technical or Science related discipline
• Previous experience operating a forklift in a warehouse environment

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