Published: Nov 25, 2025 - The Quality Control (QC) Professional is responsible for inspecting, testing, and evaluating products or materials to ensure they meet established standards and regulatory requirements. This position involves documenting findings, identifying deviations, and collaborating with production and engineering teams to resolve quality issues efficiently. The individual also participates in continuous improvement initiatives, maintains detailed quality records, and supports audits to uphold compliance with industry regulations.

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1. QC Analyst, Midland Nutraceutical Labs, Boise, ID
Job Summary:
- Carry out all types of analytical tests (Salt content and Moisture and refractive index and density and acidity, etc. for all raw materials and intermediates and finish products.
- Carry out all types of microbiological analysis (Total plate count and Yeast and Molds enumeration and Coliforms and Staphylococcus aureus and E. coli and Salmonella detection, etc.) for raw materials and finished products based on the inspection plan.
- Carry out a wide variety of inspections, checks, tests and sampling for the manufacturing process according to Standard Operating Procedures (SOP).
- Prepare all types of media and chemical reagents used in microbiological and analytical work.
- Responsible for sensory evaluation for all products (raw materials, intermediates and finished products).
- Carry out internal calibration (intermediate check) for all lab devices.
- Ensure the implementation of the hygiene system, validation, verification and documentation.
- Assist production and warehouse staff in implementing the quality standards and QMS.
- Accountable for sampling of Raw materials and products for reanalysis at specified stages in the production process, and testing products for a variety of qualities and food safety issues.
Skills on Resume:
- Analytical Testing (Hard Skills)
- Microbiological Analysis (Hard Skills)
- Process Inspection (Hard Skills)
- Media Preparation (Hard Skills)
- Sensory Evaluation (Hard Skills)
- Equipment Calibration (Hard Skills)
- Hygiene Compliance (Soft Skills)
- Quality Support (Soft Skills)
2. QC Associate, Crescent Valley Food Processing, Salem, OR
Job Summary:
- Release materials from quarantine to the warehouse.
- Maintain Sampling supply inventory.
- Maintain Cleaning and upkeep of all sampling equipment and the sampling room.
- Act as a technical representative for all in-house audits by certified bodies/customers, or regulatory authorities.
- Support the shipment of samples to approved contract laboratories for testing.
- Participate in internal audits for compliance.
- Responsible for Quality Control programs and functions, including laboratory testing and quality systems.
- Ensure the company’s overall quality policies are being followed.
- Inspect/Sample/and/or test raw materials, or other tests in a timely manner.
- Work with procurement and manufacturing sciences per raw material, to ensure vendor compliance with specifications.
- Work on Projects independently with limited supervision.
- Use general knowledge of industry practice, techniques and Standards.
- Review and approval of material release disposition record packets, and investigation of any process deviation that has occurred.
- Manage priorities and work schedules.
Skills on Resume:
- Material Release (Hard Skills)
- Sampling Management (Hard Skills)
- Equipment Upkeep (Hard Skills)
- Audit Representation (Soft Skills)
- Sample Shipment (Hard Skills)
- Internal Compliance (Soft Skills)
- Quality Control (Hard Skills)
- Vendor Coordination (Soft Skills)
3. QC Chemist, NorthPoint Specialty Chemicals, Toledo, OH
Job Summary:
- Plan and organize chemical analysis of starting material, in process and finished product and stability studies and ensure adherence to approved test methods, specifications, procedures, equipment, operating instruments and guidelines.
- Responsible for the overall system of compilation, preparation and release of test results/reports.
- Conduct chemical analysis and experiments to develop new knowledge, materials, processes and products.
- Analyze samples from various sources to provide information on different materials.
- Develop new techniques to analyze chemicals.
- Collaborate with specialists to interpret data and write reports about the results.
- Analyze test information to determine process efficiency and work on improvements.
- Assist in developing, reviewing, and maintaining site-specific, related documentation (i.e. SOPs, TPs and SPECs).
- Responsible for discrepancy investigation and change control activities.
- Support inspections/audits for LIMS-specific topics, requests, or questions.
Skills on Resume:
- Chemical Analysis (Hard Skills)
- Test Reporting (Hard Skills)
- Experimental Research (Hard Skills)
- Sample Evaluation (Hard Skills)
- Technique Development (Hard Skills)
- Data Interpretation (Soft Skills)
- Process Improvement (Soft Skills)
- Documentation Control (Hard Skills)
4. QC Coordinator, EverGreen Botanicals Manufacturing, Missoula, MT
Job Summary:
- Perform receiving inspections of material and equipment.
- Verify component verification of major equipment per the approved submittal.
- Responsible for witness EAS welding quality assurance procedure is being implemented, including current weld documentation (IE, WPS, PQR, Weld Log, Weld Travelers, Weld Stamps).
- Oversee the installation of all mechanical scopes, including subcontract work.
- Verify all mechanical testing, flushing and cleaning are executed per contract documents.
- Implement a non-conformance and corrective actions program.
- Maintain turnover documentation throughout the project in hard and digital formats.
- Responsible for Witness Factory Acceptance testing on the required Mechanical equipment.
- Coordinate Pipe flushing, cleaning, disinfecting (sometimes with 3rd third-party vendor).
- Coordinate Mechanical Start-up activities with supplying vendors and or qualified technicians.
- Coordinate Commissioning activities with (3rd party) Cx group, EAS support, client and other subcontractors.
Skills on Resume:
- Receiving Inspection (Hard Skills)
- Equipment Verification (Hard Skills)
- Welding Assurance (Hard Skills)
- Mechanical Oversight (Hard Skills)
- Testing Compliance (Hard Skills)
- Corrective Actions (Soft Skills)
- Documentation Management (Soft Skills)
- Commissioning Coordination (Soft Skills)
5. QC Engineer, HarborLine Marine Components, Mobile, AL
Job Summary:
- Analyze and review product requirements and specifications.
- Design use cases according to the product specifications, using test strategies and techniques.
- Build a test plan based on risk assessment and time constraints.
- Create and execute manual test cases as well as automated tests.
- Report product defects, product usability, test results, and quality risks in a clear, structured way.
- Improve test coverage and find defects earlier.
- Ensure the follow-up of the product defects workflow and verify the product defect solutions.
- Plan, track, and report daily work and assigned tasks.
- Identify risks and discuss them with the R&D colleagues.
- Identify and propose process improvements.
- Coach and guide junior team members.
Skills on Resume:
- Requirements Analysis (Hard Skills)
- Use Case Design (Hard Skills)
- Test Planning (Hard Skills)
- Test Execution (Hard Skills)
- Defect Reporting (Hard Skills)
- Risk Management (Soft Skills)
- Process Improvement (Soft Skills)
- Team Coaching (Soft Skills)
6. QC Inspector, Blue Ridge Fermentation Works, Asheville, NC
Job Summary:
- Ensure all fabrication and installation works are carried out in accordance with project specifications, procedures and applicable codes and standards.
- Ensure that all inspection and testing activities are arranged for Class and Client inspections as per approved project-specific ITPs.
- Ensure that the materials used for the project are verified, certification requirements met and traceable at any stage.
- Ensure that ongoing work is being carried out with the latest revision of AFC drawings.
- Responsible for Witness Welding Procedure Qualification (PQR) and Welder Qualification ( WQT).
- Ensure that all welding works are carried out with project project-approved Welding Procedure.
- Monitor all activities related to the Structural/Piping/Mechanical/Outfitting/HVAC/Coating/NDE and PWHT at the yard worksite and in subcontractor’s premises.
- Ensure that accurate Fit-up, Visual, NDT, Tightness, Dimensional Reports and Traceability Records are maintained throughout the contractual period.
- Ensure that acceptable standards of welding quality objectives are maintained and that repair rates remain at an acceptable level throughout the project.
- Participate in quality audits.
- Carry out necessary surveillance if job specifications are not followed.
- Issue and follow up of quality observations, non-conformance and corrective action reports.
Skills on Resume:
- Specification Compliance (Hard Skills)
- Inspection Coordination (Hard Skills)
- Material Traceability (Hard Skills)
- Drawing Verification (Hard Skills)
- Welding Qualification (Hard Skills)
- Worksite Monitoring (Hard Skills)
- Quality Reporting (Hard Skills)
- Corrective Actions (Soft Skills)
7. QC Lab Technician, SunPrairie Baking Solutions, Wichita, KS
Job Summary:
- Undertake all general QC testing for raw materials, site water systems, validation and finished goods, and initiate out-of-specification investigations and deviations as they are identified.
- Take samples from the site's water systems.
- Coordinate sending of samples for external analysis and monitor return of test results, escalating any OOS, late, or delayed results.
- Participate in customer and regulatory audits (ISO, IPEC, corporate, etc.)
- Participate in the development of relevant procedures and update controlled documents to fulfil testing requirements.
- Actively utilises SAP for the reporting of QC results and review of final results.
- Coordinate additional testing of complaint or stability samples as per customer requests.
- Assist in the execution of validation protocols.
- Participate in risk assessment and root cause analysis evaluation activities.
- Participate in Continuous Improvement initiatives relating to QC testing activities.
- Participate in department training and development and performance of training to meet site training needs.
- Actively participates in the EHS responsibilities for all functions performed within QC.
Skills on Resume:
- QC Testing (Hard Skills)
- Water Sampling (Hard Skills)
- Sample Coordination (Hard Skills)
- Audit Participation (Soft Skills)
- Procedure Development (Hard Skills)
- SAP Reporting (Hard Skills)
- Root Cause Analysis (Soft Skills)
- Continuous Improvement (Soft Skills)
8. QC Manager, IronGate Metal Fabrication, Reno, NV
Job Summary:
- Create, supervise, and maintain quality management policies and standard operating procedures by project standard requirements.
- Define inspection procedures for all areas of the contract, maintain an audit schedule, and perform audits of procedures, reporting requirements, plans, programs and records.
- Record data and analyze performance criteria, and report on compliance with customer contract and QMS standards and requirements.
- Track deficiencies and work with management to define corrective action plans and close out deficiencies.
- Collect and analyze data to determine trends.
- Prepare and provide reports to management and INL, ensuring quality-related training is provided to PAE employees.
- Implement and maintain an effective management system for efficient operations.
- Work closely with Functional Area Managers to perform quality assessments.
- Oversee and manage Safety Department operations and personnel.
- Prepare and submit Safety Tool Box topics.
- Track safety data/statistics for reporting to Corporate ESH.
- Conduct Site visits in and out of the International Zone for observation of O&M, Security and Safety operations and performance.
Skills on Resume:
- Quality Policy Management (Hard Skills)
- Inspection Procedures (Hard Skills)
- Performance Analysis (Hard Skills)
- Corrective Action Planning (Soft Skills)
- Data Trending (Hard Skills)
- Quality Training (Soft Skills)
- System Implementation (Hard Skills)
- Safety Oversight (Soft Skills)
9. QC Microbiology, PrairieStone Dairy Innovations, Sioux Falls, SD
Job Summary:
- Prepare various microbiological media for growing cultures and testing raw and in-process materials.
- Prepare micro lab samples for testing.
- Accountable for quality control by industrial sampling of raw material, process intermediates and finished products to be analyzed.
- Operate several types of laboratory equipment, such as, but not limited to, pH meter, autoclave, microscope, colony counter, etc.
- Perform tasks according to Standard Operating Procedures.
- Interact with lab personnel and the quality assurance department for material issues.
- Maintain neat, accurate, and complete records in laboratory notebooks and on log sheets and other forms of documentation such that they are defensible through an audit.
- Demonstrate strong attention to detail in documentation and observations of materials.
- Perform other lab-related duties or tests as assigned by the immediate supervisor.
- Follow OSHA, HACCP, and TTB guidelines and recording requirements.
Skills on Resume:
- Media Preparation (Hard Skills)
- Sample Handling (Hard Skills)
- Industrial Sampling (Hard Skills)
- Lab Equipment Operation (Hard Skills)
- SOP Compliance (Hard Skills)
- Cross-Department Interaction (Soft Skills)
- Record Accuracy (Soft Skills)
- Regulatory Adherence (Hard Skills)
10. QC Scientist, RedRiver Beverage Industries, Fargo, ND
Job Summary:
- Carry out in-process and final tests to support manufacturing and R&D activities.
- Carry out testing of incoming raw materials and record results on Incoming Data Sheets (IDSs).
- Carry out cross-over studies on new QC controls, also stability testing at scheduled intervals.
- Carry out quality monitoring and trending of the Purified Water System and record results on the monitoring form.
- Responsible for managing QC inventory.
- Carry out the release of conjugates using the Sage 200 ERP system.
- Initiate required changes to QC documents in accordance with change control procedures, similarly, in conjunction with R&D, for new procedures to support product development.
- Record and investigate out-of-specification and out-of-trend results, as well as deviations.
- Manage stability trials and perform testing at scheduled intervals.
- Ensure that all interactions with Customers by self are professional.
- Lead or participate in quality improvement opportunities within QC.
- Ensure all activities comply with Health and Safety legislation or BBI policies.
- Ensure that all QC activities comply with relevant standards and regulations.
Skills on Resume:
- In-Process Testing (Hard Skills)
- Raw Material Testing (Hard Skills)
- Stability Studies (Hard Skills)
- Water Monitoring (Hard Skills)
- Inventory Management (Soft Skills)
- ERP Release (Hard Skills)
- Change Control (Hard Skills)
- Quality Improvement (Soft Skills)
11. QC Supervisor, SilverPeak Precision Plastics, Flagstaff, AZ
Job Summary:
- Oversee and assist with product inspections.
- Provide guidance on Inspection techniques and workmanship interpretations.
- Provide direct supervision of quality inspectors, ensuring the product inspections are completed in compliance with documented inspection plans.
- Maintain procedures, work instructions, and forms associated with the quality product inspections, to create robust, efficient systems and facilitate overall compliance with government regulations and international Quality System Regulations (QSR), ensuring release of acceptable product.
- Assist with department metrics, as requested by management.
- Provide assistance to internal departments (i.e., manufacturing, purchasing, etc.) as related to product inspections and release.
- Give and welcome constructive feedback, and contribute to building a positive team spirit.
- Treat others with respect, work with integrity and ethically, and uphold organizational values.
- Perform general housekeeping duties within the area.
- Observe the company’s safety procedures and policy at all times.
Skills on Resume:
- Product Inspection (Hard Skills)
- Inspection Guidance (Hard Skills)
- Inspector Supervision (Soft Skills)
- Procedure Maintenance (Hard Skills)
- Metrics Support (Soft Skills)
- Department Assistance (Soft Skills)
- Team Collaboration (Soft Skills)
- Safety Compliance (Hard Skills)
12. QC Technician, Golden Horizon Packaging, Lubbock, TX
Job Summary:
- Perform physical and chemical testing in the laboratory, such as Moisture, pH test, and Net Weight verification.
- Responsible for HACCP checks in the processing line, such as monitoring Critical Control Points (Metal Detector).
- Analyze incoming raw ingredients to make sure they meet Company quality standards and specifications.
- Perform a Sanitation Audit prior to the start of each shift and operational.
- Enforce all GMPs, HACCP, and safety policies.
- Responsible for retaining long-term, QA retain samples (Shelf life study), correctly labeling each finished product and properly putting them in the designated location.
- Monitor the quality of products being produced.
- Assist with cleaning and maintaining the laboratory.
- Interact with production staff to remedy manufacturing problems regarding QA issues.
- Carry out all assigned projects.
- Maintain all laboratory equipment in good condition.
- Be in charge of daily equipment calibration.
Skills on Resume:
- Physical/Chemical Testing (Hard Skills)
- HACCP Monitoring (Hard Skills)
- Raw Ingredient Analysis (Hard Skills)
- Sanitation Auditing (Hard Skills)
- GMP Enforcement (Soft Skills)
- Sample Retention (Hard Skills)
- Quality Monitoring (Hard Skills)
- Equipment Calibration (Hard Skills)