QC Food Technician Job in Los Angeles | Talent One
Overview
This QC Food Technician role at Talent One in Los Angeles puts you in control of product quality on a fast-moving food production line. You'll own testing, sampling, and audits from day one, ensuring every batch meets FDA and internal standards. Working with a close-knit lab team, you'll run Brix, moisture, and refractive index tests, plus Gas Chromatography (GC). This temp-to-hire position offers a steady schedule (7:30 am - 4:00 pm) and a clear path to permanent employment.
What You'll Do8
- 1Run Brix, moisture, and refractive index tests on production samples, documenting results in real time.
- 2Calibrate lab equipment daily, including pH meters and balances, to ensure precision.
- 3Monitor production lines at scheduled intervals, pulling samples for sensory evaluation and weight checks.
- 4Conduct internal quality audits of finished goods and raw materials, flagging deviations from HACCP plans.
- 5Execute Gas Chromatography (GC) analysis for flavor compounds and purity, following standard operating procedures.
- 6Draft and update QC standard operating procedures to streamline workflows, reducing test cycle time by 15%.
- 7Collaborate with production staff to resolve quality issues on the spot, preventing batch rework.
- 8Maintain lab inventory, ordering reagents and disposables to avoid stockouts.
Requirements7
- 11-3 years of quality control or lab technician experience in a food or beverage environment.
- 2Hands-on experience with Brix, moisture, and refractive index testing methods.
- 3Proficiency in Gas Chromatography (GC) operation and data interpretation.
- 4Strong documentation skills, with meticulous attention to detail in record-keeping.
- 5Ability to wear a respirator for extended periods during sampling and testing.
- 6Weekend flexibility, with occasional Saturday shifts as production demands.
- 7High school diploma or equivalent; ASQ or HACCP certification is a plus.
Salary Insight
$40 - $42k per year
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