Overview
Job Title: Quality Control Associate / Technician
Location: San Clemente, CA
Schedule: Monday–Friday, 7:15am–4:00pm (or end of production); some Saturdays & overtime required
Contract Length: 12/31/2025 (potential for extension)
Base pay range: $19.00/hr - $20.00/hr
Pay Range: $19.00 - $20.00 per hour
Job Summary
The Quality Control Associate/Technician is responsible for monitoring production processes and ensuring all products meet our quality and food safety standards. This role involves hands-on testing, process inspections, and communication with production staff to maintain compliance.
Key Responsibilities
- Perform in-plant testing of production operations and equipment to ensure products conform to specifications.
- Inspect process control points and monitor product quality.
- Identify, reject, or retain substandard products outside defined tolerances.
- Document results accurately and in a timely manner.
- Use computer software and electronic equipment for data entry and reporting.
- Communicate inspection results and corrective action recommendations to production staff.
- Collaborate with all departments to maintain high-quality standards.
- Perform other related duties as needed.
Requirements
- High school diploma/GED preferred.
- Prior experience in quality control or food manufacturing strongly preferred.
- Familiarity with HACCP principles a plus.
- Ability to follow standard processes, procedures, and use testing equipment.
- Strong basic math skills (addition, subtraction, multiplication, division).
- Food handling certification or related training is helpful.
- Strong communication skills and ability to work in a team environment.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision coverage
- Supplemental coverage (accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity)
- 401(k) retirement savings plan
- Life & disability insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Legal, auto, home, and pet insurance options
- Employee discounts with preferred vendors
Seniority level
- Entry level
Employment type
- Contract
Job function
- Quality Assurance
Industries
- Food and Beverage Services
- Food and Beverage Manufacturing