QC / Manufacturing Technician

Quality Control & Laboratory: Perform quality control activities, including product sampling, line monitoring, auditing, laboratory testing, and equipment calibration. Collect and test production samples to ensure products meet established quality specifications and company standards. Read, understand, and accurately interpret product specification sheets. Place products on hold when they do not meet quality requirements and assist in determining appropriate disposition. Perform laboratory and quality testing, including: Brix Refractive index Sensory evaluation Weight measurements Moisture testingpH testing Viscosity measurements Other required quality tests Properly operate, maintain, and calibrate laboratory and measurement equipment. Monitor production processes and communicate quality concerns or deviations to appropriate personnel. Assist with product releases, non-conformances, product holds, and other quality-related activities. Maintain accurate laboratory and production test records.

Manufacturing & Production Support: Monitor manufacturing processes and verify that production activities are performed according to established procedures and specifications. Enter, maintain, and verify production, quality, and inventory data. Review production paperwork for completeness, accuracy, and proper documentation. Assist Production and Quality Control personnel with sample records, specifications, test documentation, and related paperwork. Support inventory counts, material tracking, and inventory reconciliation. Assist with tracking raw materials, finished products, product holds, releases, and other manufacturing activities. Communicate with Production, Warehouse, Quality Control, and administrative personnel to resolve documentation or data discrepancies. Assist with audits and record retrieval by ensuring documentation is accurate, current, organized, and readily accessible. Prepare routine production, inventory, and quality reports.

Administrative & Documentation Support: Prepare and maintain manufacturing, Quality Control, inventory, and operational records. Maintain organized and accurate files, logs, records, and electronic documentation. Process and maintain purchase orders, receiving documentation, invoices, and other operational paperwork as needed. Verify data accuracy and identify discrepancies requiring follow-up or correction. Assist with documentation related to food safety, quality systems, sanitation, safety, and Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs).Follow all company policies and procedures related to food safety, quality, sanitation, safety, and GMP requirements. Perform other laboratory, manufacturing, quality, clerical, and administrative duties as assigned. Qualifications1–3 years of experience in Quality Control, laboratory, manufacturing, warehouse, administrative, or related work preferred. Previous experience in food manufacturing, ingredient manufacturing, or a similar regulated manufacturing environment is a plus. BA/BS in Chemistry, Food Science, or a related science field preferred. AA degree in a related field or equivalent combination of education and experience preferred. Experience using pH meters, refractometers, viscosity equipment, UV/visual equipment, scales, and other laboratory or measurement instruments preferred. Experience with Gas Chromatography (GC) is a plus. Experience with sensory evaluation and product testing preferred. Strong attention to detail and accuracy. Strong written and verbal communication skills. Proficiency with Microsoft Office, particularly Excel. Experience with ERP, inventory, manufacturing, or quality management systems is a plus. Ability to organize and manage multiple records, tasks, and priorities in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. Ability to identify discrepancies and follow through to resolution. Ability to work effectively with Production, Warehouse, Quality Control, and administrative personnel. Dependable, professional, and committed to maintaining confidentiality, accuracy, and quality. Must be available to work one weekend day on a rotating schedule. Must be able to wear a respirator as required.

Company Description: Gold Coast Ingredients, Inc. (GCI) is a privately held, wholesale flavor and color manufacturer that has been satisfying taste since 1985. We are capable of serving all types of industries from food and beverage to nutraceutical and oral care. We work with customers to create custom formulations in a variety of forms including powder, spray-dried (encapsulated), freeze-dried, liquid, emulsion, and extracts that are compatible with any requirements.

Company Description: Gold Coast Ingredients, Inc. (GCI) is a privately held, wholesale flavor and color manufacturer that has been satisfying taste since 1985. We are capable of serving all types of industries from food and beverage to nutraceutical and oral care. xhyhwjd We work with customers to create custom formulations in a variety of forms including powder, spray-dried (encapsulated), freeze-dried, liquid, emulsion, and extracts that are compatible with any requirements.