Quality Assurance Technician

Job Title: Quality Assurance (QA) Technician

Department: Quality Assurance

Location: Monterey Park

Reports To: QA Supervisor

Type: Full-Time | On-Site

Position Summary:

We are seeking an experienced bilingual (English and Spanish speaking) Quality Assurance Technician with a strong background in the food industry to join our growing team. This role is responsible for monitoring, assessing, and verifying production and sanitation documentation, ensuring compliance with GFSI standards and regulatory requirements. The ideal candidate brings at least 3 years of QA experience and holds a PCQI (Preventive Controls Qualified Individual) certification.

Key Responsibilities:

• Review and assess production batch records, sanitation logs, and processing documentation for accuracy and compliance.
• Perform internal audits aligned with GFSI schemes (e.g., BRCGS, SQF).
• Support implementation and maintenance of food safety and quality systems.
• Conduct pre-op inspections and monitor cleaning and sanitation procedures.
• Assist in investigations of non-conformances and CAPAs (Corrective and Preventive Actions).
• Participate in GMP training, document control, and cross-functional QA activities.
• Verify compliance with PCQI-related preventive controls and contribute to FSMA readiness.
• Maintain detailed and organized QA records for internal and external audits.

Qualifications:

• Minimum 3 years of QA/QC experience in food or dietary supplement manufacturing.
• PCQI certification required (FDA-recognized training).
• GFSI experience required; familiarity with relevant standards (e.g., BRCGS/SQF).
• Strong working knowledge of GMP, HACCP, FSMA, and sanitation best practices.
• Detail-oriented with strong documentation and communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite; experience with QA software a plus.

Preferred Traits:

• Proactive, solution-driven mindset.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively.
• Comfortable in a fast-paced, regulated manufacturing environment.