Quality Control Technician

Perfetti Van Melle

. Perform testing and/or auditing to ensure products are manufactured and shipped according to company specifications .

Posted 9/25/2026full-timeErlanger • Kentucky • United StatesJuniorWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Perform testing and/or auditing to ensure products are manufactured and shipped according to company specifications
Assist with problem solving related to product quality and identify areas for improvement
Support implementation of effective quality solutions
Follow Food Safety, Quality, and GMP procedures and requirements
Monitor and collect qualitative and quantitative product data and enter analytical data into the computerized lab management system
Maintain a clean and safe work environment
Maintain and calibrate test equipment according to schedule
Follow lab standard operating procedures and methods
Troubleshoot manufacturing issues, including risk assessments, deviations, retesting, and raw-material and finished-goods rejections
Monitor and approve production equipment sanitation, startup, and performance
Monitor the plant environment using test equipment and procedures
Routinely monitor production lines and operator checks throughout production auditing
Monitor plant GMPs and quality and food safety programs through assigned audits and corrective actions
Support technical communication in shift meetings and with cross-functional shift team members
Investigate, test, and collect data to improve processes or products and packaging
Support technical, quality and food safety, continuous improvement, cost reduction, and R&D projects
Contribute to a positive team culture and promote servant leadership
Establish and work toward personal development objectives

Requirements

What you’ll need

High school diploma or equivalent required; Bachelor’s degree preferred
HACCP, PCQI, Auditing, ASQ, or FSSC 22000 certification a plus
If degreed, 1 or more years of relevant work experience, preferably in a lab environment or a food manufacturing facility
If not degreed, 3 or more years of relevant work experience, preferably in a lab environment or food manufacturing facility
Effective written and oral communication skills
Working knowledge and use of computers; intermediate level in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
Knowledge of statistical process control techniques and their application to process control and continuous improvements
Ability to perform routine in-process production testing and testing of raw materials and packaging; ability to prepare samples for testing
Sound decision making, analytical, and organizational skills
Knowledge of good manufacturing practices and basic food safety principles
Knowledge of good laboratory practices, techniques, and testing/sampling methods
Ability to plan and prioritize work tasks; excellent time management skills
Strong troubleshooting skills and ability to manage difficult and challenging situations in a fast-paced environment
Ability to work extended hours; occasional overtime required
Ability to read and interpret safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals
Ability to write routine reports and correspondence
Ability to perform basic arithmetic, compute rates and ratios, and draw and interpret bar graphs
Ability to work safely and exercise caution around people and equipment
Must be able to wear hearing protection in designated areas
Must be able to stand, walk, use hands, reach, talk, hear, and occasionally sit, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, taste, or smell
Must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds
Specific vision abilities required include close, distance, and peripheral vision

Benefits

Comp & perks

PTO package including vacation, wellness, and pay it forward time off
13 paid holidays
401k with Company Match up to 8%
Annual Bonus potential and merit-based increases
Comprehensive Health Insurance
Annual well-being subsidy
20 weeks Maternity & 12 weeks Paternity leave options
Sam's Club or Costco annual membership reimbursement
Tuition-Free College Program or Free Continued Education (BA, Masters, Etc.)
Modest monthly candy allotments (Airheads, Airheads Xtremes, and Mentos)
Diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace