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Quality Assurance Technician Location:

Downey, CA 90241

Pay Rate:

$30.00 per hour, depending on experience

Schedule:

1:00 PM - 9:30 PM, with flexibility to work 9:00 PM - 5:30

AM Assignment Duration:

Through May 29, 2027 Position Overview We are seeking a detail-oriented Quality Assurance Technician to support microbiological testing and quality control operations within a beverage manufacturing facility in Downey, CA. This role is ideal for someone with hands-on laboratory, microbiology, food manufacturing, or beverage production experience who is committed to product quality, food safety, and accurate documentation. The technician will work closely with the QA Manager to conduct microbiological analyses, maintain laboratory equipment, document test results, identify quality concerns, and support audits and other quality assurance projects. Key Responsibilities

• Maintain, clean, and sanitize the microbiology laboratory and laboratory equipment.
• Prepare microbiological samples and testing materials.
• Maintain samples and accurately document microbiological analysis results.
• Perform microbiological testing on finished and packaged products, water samples, packaging process areas, and sugar tanks.
• Identify and report non-conformances to the appropriate department personnel and assist with investigations as needed.
• Follow Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), food safety procedures, and all facility safety requirements.
• Assist the QA Manager with laboratory operations, quality audits, data analysis, and other assigned projects.
• Maintain organized laboratory records and ensure testing procedures are followed consistently. Required Qualifications
• Minimum of 2 years of relevant hands-on experience in a microbiology laboratory, manufacturing, production, or related environment.
• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college in Microbiology, Chemistry, or a related scientific discipline, or equivalent industry experience and education.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
• Ability to follow laboratory procedures, maintain accurate records, and work safely in a manufacturing environment.
• Flexibility to work the assigned shift and accommodate schedule changes as needed. Preferred Qualifications
• Experience in microbiology within the food and beverage industry.
• Previous quality assurance or quality control experience in food manufacturing, beverage production, or food processing.
• Familiarity with GMP, sanitation practices, laboratory testing, and quality documentation.
• Strong teamwork, a positive attitude, efficiency, and a willingness to learn. Schedule Requirements The regular shift is 1:00 PM - 9:30 PM. Candidates must be flexible and available to work the alternate shift of 9:00 PM - 5:30 AM, as needed. Interview Process
• First-round interview conducted via Microsoft Teams.
• A second interview may be required.

Interested candidates:

Apply today! Qualified applicants with microbiology, laboratory, food manufacturing, or beverage production experience are encouraged to submit their resumes.