QC Technologist

SUMMARY

Spectrum Staffing Services is recruiting a QC Technologist for an opportunity supporting a quality control laboratory. This role tests raw materials and formulas, provides analytical support to Operations and R&D, investigates nonconforming results, and supports food safety activities. The ideal candidate brings hands-on GC and HPLC experience and can independently perform testing while maintaining accurate laboratory records.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Perform QC testing of raw materials and formulas, including GC, HPLC and sensory testing.
• Develop and improve analytical methods and maintain product testing procedures and lot data.
• Perform laboratory equipment checks and calibrations, production equipment checks, and facility environmental monitoring swabbing.
• Investigate out-of-specification results, deviations, material rejections and customer or vendor nonconformances; document findings for root cause and corrective action follow-up.
• Create, review and revise QC SOPs while following GLP, GMP, food safety and laboratory safety requirements.
• Sample incoming raw materials, organize product retains, maintain laboratory supplies, and support timely material dispositions.
• Perform microbiological testing and report results as needed; provide training and guidance to technicians.

QUALIFICATIONS

• 3-5 years of experience in a quality control laboratory.
• At least 3 years of hands-on experience with both GC and HPLC, plus method development experience.
• PCQI certification and practical food safety experience.
• Experience with equipment checks, environmental monitoring swabbing and sensory testing.
• Strong understanding of laboratory equipment, accurate documentation, and problem solving.
• Clear communication skills and proficiency with Word, Excel and Outlook.

COMPENSATION: $73,000-$83,000