Quality Control Lab Technician Chino Valley Ranchers Colton, CA Job Details Full-time $20 - $23 an hour 1 hour ago Benefits Health insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Paid time off Vision insurance 401(k) matching Life insurance Qualifications Spanish Customer communication Microsoft Excel English GMP High school diploma or
GED HACCP
Attention to detail Organizational skills Food industry Customer complaint resolution Full Job Description Quality Lab Technician Chino Valley Ranchers |
Colton, CA Pay:
$20.00-$23.00 per hour
Schedule:
Monday-Friday, starting at 12:00 PM, with flexibility to cover Saturdays on a rotating basis. Position Summary Chino Valley Ranchers is seeking a Quality Lab Technician to perform laboratory testing, product inspections, and quality assurance activities within our Cooked Products department. This position supports food safety and quality standards by testing in-process and finished products, maintaining accurate records, and helping ensure products meet Company, customer, and regulatory requirements. Essential Duties & Responsibilities Perform chemical, microbiological, and environmental testing. Collect, prepare, and test product and environmental samples. Conduct shelf-life testing and maintain product samples for evaluation. Perform environmental swabbing and assist with equipment sanitation verification. Inspect incoming ingredients and supplies. Perform product hold and testing procedures and review results for product release. Maintain accurate laboratory records, testing documentation, and quality reports. Calibrate and maintain laboratory equipment and monitor laboratory supplies. Complete finished product testing records and prepare Certificates of Analysis (COAs) for customers. Assist with customer complaint investigations, corrective actions, audits, and quality inspections. Review food safety monitoring records and report quality concerns or non-conformities. Provide coverage for production quality control testing as needed. Follow all Company food safety, sanitation, and quality procedures. Qualifications High School Diploma or GED required. Previous laboratory or food industry experience required. Knowledge of food safety, Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs), and HACCP required. Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel. Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and communication abilities. Ability to work independently and as part of a team. Bilingual English/Spanish preferred.
Physical Requirements:
Must be able to stand and walk for extended periods and regularly lift and/or move up to 40 pounds.
Schedule Flexibility:
Candidates must be available to work Monday through Friday starting at 12:00 PM and provide Saturday coverage on a rotating basis.
Pay:
$20.00 - $23.00 per hour
Benefits:
401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Vision insurance Application Question(s): Are you available to work Monday through Friday starting at 12:00 PM, with rotating Saturday coverage as needed? Do you have experience with food safety, GMPs, or HACCP? Do you have experience performing laboratory testing, collecting samples, or maintaining quality records?
Education:
High school or equivalent (Required)
Experience:
Laboratory or food industry: 1 year (Required)
Language:
Are you bilingual in English and Spanish? (Preferred) Ability to