Quality Control Technician

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About MetagenicsMetagenics believes in helping people live happier, healthier lives by realizing their genetic potential. It's why, when we defined Metagenics' Mission, Values, and Vision, we started with our company's own DNA. United by purpose and core values (Integrity, Authenticity, Respect, Diversity & Inclusion and Healthy & Happiness) the Metagenics' team is dedicated to providing effective nutritional products and solutions, for healthcare professionals.People Culture FirstWe believe the way we do business is as important as the business we do; that a company in the nourishment business should nourish its people, too. So, we incorporated healthy, sustainable care into every dimension of our culture. Our diverse and expansive team are a prime example of the power of a people-first approach. We know first-hand, when an organization prioritizes internal growth and fosters empathy, its people come together to set an example of what the world can become.

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The Role

This position is responsible for ensuring a quality product is being made throughout the manufacturing

process. Performs the inspection and evaluation of daily production operations to ensure all manufacturing

activities conform to Metagenics standards and follow GMP guidelines. This is a second shift hourly full-time position (2:30pm-11pm daily).

Key Responsibilities

• Inspect the identity, quality, and uniformity of work in process and finished goods

• Perform daily quality control checks at startup of production and during shift operation

• Maintain accurate quality assurance and quality control records

• Sampling and release of raw materials

• Monitor and record environmental factors of the plant facility on a daily basis

• Perform sampling and physical testing of production runs of powdered blends, tablets, and capsules

• Maintain control of retention samples and storage area

• Physically release work in process and finished product from Metagenics

• Assist in writing Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)

• Record and track process deviations and non-conforming materials

Basic Requirements

• A strong communicator and collaborator and work effectively with all members of the organization, from individual contributors to top execs

• Highly analytical and strategic. Your problem-solving skills are unparalleled

• You always maintain a friendly disposition - even (and especially) under pressure

• Quick on your feet! When problems arise, you reliably produce responses and solutions

Experience / Training / Education

• High School diploma or equivalent

• College degree preferred

• Vocational training or 6-12 months experience in production or quality control

• Understanding of the production planning and processes

• Familiar with writing, revising, and implementing SOPs

• Strong computer skills

• Good verbal and written communication skills

• Flexible to perform a variety of QA/QC duties

Compensation

The current range for this role based out of Gig Harbor, WA is $22.00/hr to $22.50/hr.

The wage range for this role takes into account the wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions including but not limited to skill sets; experience and training; licensure and certifications; and other business and organizational needs.

This role may also be eligible to participate in a discretionary annual incentive program, subject to the rules governing the program, whereby an award, if any, depends on various factors, including, without limitation, individual and organizational performance.

Physical requirements/working conditions

• Sits at a computer station, meeting table or work desk for more than two-thirds of each day

• Stands and walks to other stations and departments throughout the day

• Uses hands and fingers to operate computers and office equipment most of the day

• May stoop or crouch to access files or storage

• Requires clear vision at 20 inches or less with or without corrective lenses

• Hearing and speech within normal ranges and sufficient for clear communication face to face and especially via the telephone

• Lifts up to 10 pounds regularly; lifts 25 pounds occasionally

• Exposed to noise levels typical of office environments

Health and Wellness

• Medical, dental, vision

• Annual employer HSA (Health Savings Account) funding for eligible employees who elect an HSA medical plan

• STD, LTD, Basic Life AD&D coverage

• 401k + employer matching

• Free mental health resources through way

Forward

• Vacation and Sick Time

• 2 Volunteer Days off per year

• Emergency evacuation time off

• 11 paid company holidays

• 1 Floating holiday to celebrate your birthday or important religious/holiday to you

• Quarterly product allowance to use towards your favorite Metagenics products!

• Product discount

• Peer to peer recognition programs & more!

A minimum of five workdays per week are to be conducted at the Gig Harbor office (9627 44th Ave, Gig Harbor, WA 98332).

Learn more about how we help patient live happier and healthier lives here: https://www.metagenics.com/join-our-movement

Metagenics, and its companies are committed to providing equal employment opportunity without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or any other protected status with respect to recruitment, hiring, promotion and other terms and conditions of employment. Metagenics takes affirmative action in support of this policy to employ and advance in employment individuals who are minorities, women, disabled, and veterans.

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