Quality Technician - PACIFIKAVA (3rd Shift)

At Botanic Tonics, we know our world is fast, noisy and distracting. It can easily leave us feeling tied up, strung out and not ourselves. Maybe you think the more supercharged you are, the better you’ll be. Maybe escape is the only way for you to truly feel free. We’re not judging — we just have a different point of view. Because we’re not a fuel for keeping pace with the rat-race of every day. We’re not an elixir that transports you through the clouds to a tranquil place. We’re kava products with blends of other naturally active ingredients, designed to bring you down to earth and into the present, so you can make the most of every moment. Why waste effort trying to quiet the noise when you can tune into it, to hear the one voice that matters? We believe choosing to engage with the here and now is more fulfilling. It makes us feel good, enriches our lives, and brings out our best selves. Be Present. Be You. When you can truly be there, you feel free.

Overview

The Quality Technician is responsible for ensuring the highest standards of quality and safety in the processing and packaging of botanical extracts derived through supercritical CO2 extraction. This role involves monitoring, inspecting, and testing products at various stages of production to ensure compliance with FDA guidelines for food and dietary supplements, as well as internal quality and safety standards.  

The Quality Technician works closely with production and quality assurance teams to implement quality control processes, analyze data, and troubleshoot quality issues. This position is vital to maintaining the integrity, consistency, and safety of the company's products and ensuring compliance with GMP (Good Manufacturing Practices), HACCP (Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Points), and FDA regulations. 

Responsibilities

Quality Control and Assurance 

• Conduct regular inspections on raw materials, in-process samples, and finished products to ensure they meet quality specifications. 

• Monitor and verify that all products comply with company, customer, and regulatory standards. 

• Ensure adherence to FDA requirements for food and dietary supplements, including the specific guidelines around purity, potency, and safety. 

Process Monitoring 

• Oversee critical control points in the CO2 extraction process to ensure consistency and safety. 

• Monitor and document parameters (e.g., temperature, pressure) during supercritical CO2 extraction to ensure quality consistency. 

• Assist in troubleshooting and adjusting processing parameters to address quality issues as they arise. 

Documentation and Compliance 

• Maintain accurate and complete records of all quality control checks, sample submission, test results, and corrective actions in accordance with FDA and GMP documentation standards. 

• Participate in internal and external audits, helping to provide required documentation and evidence of compliance with industry regulations. 

• Ensure production team members are adhering to SOPs (Standard Operating Procedures), providing guidance or retraining as necessary. 

Continuous Improvement 

• Identify areas for improvement within the quality control process and recommend modifications to procedures, methods, or equipment to enhance product quality. 

• Collaborate with the Quality Manager to implement quality improvement initiatives and corrective actions in response to recurring issues or audit findings. 

Training and Support 

• Provide training to production staff on quality standards, testing procedures, and GMP requirements. 

• Support production teams in understanding quality requirements and assist in troubleshooting quality concerns. 

Health, Safety, and Environmental Compliance 

• Adhere to health, safety, and environmental regulations in the workplace. 

• Implement and monitor procedures to prevent cross-contamination and ensure a clean and safe working environment. 

• Ensure all activities align with HACCP and other relevant food safety standards. 

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required. 

• Associate or bachelor’s degree in food science, Chemistry, Biology, or a related field is preferred. 

• At least 2 years of experience working within a Production or Lab Environment

• Prior experience with supercritical CO2 extraction or botanical material processing is highly desirable 

• Strong understanding of FDA regulations for food and dietary supplements. 

• Familiarity with GMP and HACCP principles and practices. 

• Excellent attention to detail and the ability to accurately document and interpret quality control data. 

• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and handle multiple tasks effectively. 

• Good communication skills for interfacing with other departments and providing training as needed. 

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel) for data entry and report generation. 

Shift Details

•  11:00 pm - 7:30 am M-F