Quality Assurance Technician

Job Title: Quality Control TechnicianLocation: Tampa, FLIndustry: F&B ManufacturingThe Company: Our client is a growing international food manufacturing organization with operations across North America, Europe, and Asia. Focused on innovation, quality, and continuous improvement, the company specializes in ingredient manufacturing, dry blending, and specialty product development.With a strong commitment to employee development and internal growth opportunities, the organization offers a collaborative environment where team members can expand their technical knowledge and build long-term careers within food safety, quality, and manufacturing operations.The Opportunity: Our client is seeking a detail-oriented and hands-on Quality Control Technician to support food safety and quality operations at their Tampa facility. This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to gain experience within a fast-paced manufacturing environment while developing a career in food safety and quality assurance.This role offers unique cross-functional exposure beyond traditional food manufacturing. The successful candidate will work closely with both production and Research & Development teams, supporting quality activities related to dry blending ingredients, formulations, and specialty products used within the cosmetic industry.The company is looking for someone with a strong work ethic, a willingness to learn, and a commitment to maintaining high quality and food safety standards.Job Duties & Responsibilities: Monitor and verify Critical Control Points (CCPs) and quality checkpoints throughout production processesEnsure compliance with HACCP plans, GMP requirements, and SQF program standardsConduct allergen control checks, sanitation verifications, and pre-operational inspectionsSupport traceability programs and maintain accurate production documentationPartner with the Research & Development team to support quality control activities for specialty and cosmetic-related productsAssist with the evaluation and testing of dry blending ingredients, including raw material verification and in-process quality checksSupport product development trials and scale-up activities by providing quality oversightDocument findings and communicate feedback to support product optimization and compliance initiativesPerform in-process and finished product inspections to ensure products meet specificationsIdentify, document, and report non-conformances or quality deviationsMaintain quality records, inspection logs, and monitoring reports accurately and consistentlyConduct environmental and sanitation monitoring activities as requiredMaintain organized, audit-ready documentation in accordance with regulatory and SQF requirementsRecord inspection results, CCP monitoring data, and corrective actions clearly and accuratelyAssist with internal audits and third-party audit preparation activitiesIdeal Qualifications & Competencies: 1–3 years of experience within a food manufacturing, quality control, or food safety environment preferredFamiliarity with SQF, HACCP, and GMP programs considered a strong assetExperience maintaining quality documentation and records preferredStrong attention to detail and accuracyOrganized, dependable, and able to consistently follow proceduresComfortable working collaboratively with both production and quality teamsAbility to thrive in a fast-paced manufacturing environmentBasic computer proficiency, including Microsoft Office or similar systemsHigh school diploma or equivalent requiredPost-secondary education in food science, biology, or a related discipline considered an asset, but not requiredAdditional InformationOur client values attitude, accountability, and a willingness to learn. Candidates who take pride in producing high-quality work, demonstrate strong attention to detail, and are eager to grow within the industry are encouraged to apply.