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Oatly · 2 days ago

Quality Control Technician / 2-2-3 schedule / 7am-7pm

Ogden, UT

Full-time

Onsite

New Grad, Entry Level

$21/hr - $21/hr

Oatly is the original oatmilk company that has expanded to the U.S. and is seeking a Quality Control Technician to ensure compliance with food safety, quality, and regulatory standards. The role involves conducting inspections, sampling, testing, and supporting continuous improvement activities across the facility.

Food and BeverageHealth CareNutritionWellness

Work & Life Balance

Responsibilities

Verify daily compliance with SOPs and GMPs across the facility

Report any noncompliance or food safety concerns to the Quality Manager immediately

Conduct pre-operational and operational inspections and authorize production start-up with the Production team

Participate in the internal BRC auditing program

Perform daily pre-operational ATP swabs to verify sanitation effectiveness

Conduct environmental and allergen monitoring per the site EMP and allergen program

Perform sampling and testing in accordance with written procedures and instructions

Document environmental findings and communicate issues requiring corrective action

Monitor raw materials, in-process products, and finished product testing for compliance with specifications

Verify raw materials, in-process product, and finished goods meet specifications

Conduct routine quality checks on oatbase and finished products during the shift

Perform raw material testing per specifications

Conduct in-process laboratory tests including total solids, pH, viscosity, organoleptic checks, microbiological screens, moisture, density, and other required analyses

Perform finished product microbiological testing (APC, yeast, mold) and allergen testing as applicable

Enter results and complete release transactions in Sample Manager (LIMS) and/or designated lab systems

Prepare quality reports and generate Certificates of Analysis (CoAs)

Maintain accurate logs, laboratory records, and data integrity

Maintain accurate logs, records, and data integrity in accordance with procedures

Maintain working knowledge of laboratory instruments; perform basic troubleshooting and escalate service needs as required

Perform calibration verification on lab equipment (pipettes, scales, moisture analyzers, pH meters, etc.)

Monitor inventory of chemicals and consumables; submit reorder requests to Quality Leadership

Communicate raw material or product quality issues promptly

Communicate quality issues promptly to appropriate stakeholders

Work with Operations, Engineering, and Purchasing to address and resolve supplier quality concerns

Participate in root cause analysis and support CAPA activities

Recommend and implement improvements to process controls, including SPC adjustments

Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment

Follow all safety procedures, including proper chemical handling and PPE use

Contribute to a strong site safety culture through proactive reporting

Perform additional duties as assigned

Qualification

GMP ComplianceLaboratory TestingQuality MonitoringData IntegrityCross-Functional CollaborationAttention to DetailProblem SolvingCommunication Skills

Required