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Entrylevel Quality Control Inspector Jobs in Piscataway, NJ

QC Technician

Secaucus, NJ · On-site

$22.50/hr

Create product -specific inspection guides based on known issues from vendor or customer feedback ... Manage/escalate issues impacting quality and communicate to In-Process Quality Control inspectors ...

Create product -specific inspection guides based on known issues from vendor or customer feedback ... Manage/escalate issues impacting quality and communicate to In-Process Quality Control inspectors ...

Quality Control Associate

New York, NY · On-site

$22.50 - $24/hr

Perform detailed inspections of in process jewelry products throughout the manufacturing process ... Requirements * Understanding of quality control principles, methodologies, and best practices.

Quality Control Technician The Quality Control Technician supports a food manufacturing production ... Inspect products, packaging, and production processes regularly to identify defects, deviations, or ...

QC Associate

New York, NY · On-site

$17 - $24/hr

Perform detailed inspections of in process jewelry products throughout the manufacturing process ... Understanding of quality control principles, methodologies, and best practices. * GED or equivalent ...

Quality Control Associate

New York, NY · On-site

$22.50 - $24/hr

Perform detailed inspections of in process jewelry products throughout the manufacturing process ... Understanding of quality control principles, methodologies, and best practices. * GED or equivalent ...

QC Associate

New York, NY · On-site

$17 - $24/hr

Perform detailed inspections of in process jewelry products throughout the manufacturing process ... Understanding of quality control principles, methodologies, and best practices. * GED or equivalent ...

Quality Control Associate

New York, NY · On-site

$22.50 - $24/hr

Perform detailed inspections of in process jewelry products throughout the manufacturing process ... Understanding of quality control principles, methodologies, and best practices. * GED or equivalent ...

Pay Rate: $20-$24/hour (based on experience) Assignment Type: 6-month contract with potential for extension Position Overview The Manufacturing QC Incoming Inspector is responsible for inspecting ...

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Inspection and Testing: Perform routine inspections and tests on finished goods and/or components ... Communicate effectively with other members of the QC team, production staff, and other relevant ...

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You'll support the QC team by conducting basic inspections, applying labels, and maintaining food safety standards to ensure every meal meets our quality expectations before it reaches our eaters.

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Quality Control Technician

Central Garden & Pet

Monroe Township, NJ

$19 - $24/hr

Other

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 29 days ago


Central Garden & Pet rating

7.7

Company rating: 7.7 out of 10

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The best things about working at Central Garden & Pet

  • 94%

    94% say it is easy to take sick days

    say it is easy to take sick days

  • 94%

    94% say they don’t worry about hours

    say they don’t worry about hours

  • 94%

    94% say they get paid breaks

    say they get paid breaks

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Job description

Description

The Quality Control Technician will play a critical role in ensuring products are packaged correctly and meet quality standards before they are shipped to customers. The primary objective of the Quality Control Technician - Manufacturing is to identify and rectify defects or deviations from established quality criteria to maintain high product quality.
 
This position runs Monday - Friday, with the following shifts:
2nd Shift: 2:00 PM - 10:30 PM  
3rd Shift: 10:00 PM - 6:30 AM   
 
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
  • Perform thorough inspections of raw materials, components, and finished products to check for defects, non-conformities, and deviations from quality standards.
  • Work closely with production teams to ensure that manufacturing processes are in compliance with quality standards and are carried out correctly.
  • Inspect finished produced goods to ensure their quality and adherence are up to specifications.
  • Keep detailed records of inspections, testing results, and any deviations from the quality standards up-to-date and maintained.
  • Reject all products and materials that fail to meet quality expectations.
  • Collect and take samples of production batch to ensure products are meeting standards.
  • Identify opportunities for process improvement and suggestions on changes to enhance efficiency and product quality.
  • Ensure that inspection and testing equipment are regularly calibrated to maintain accuracy and reliability.
  • Investigate the root causes of quality issues, collaborate with cross-functional teams, and recommend corrective and preventive actions to prevent future occurrences.
  • Conduct internal audits of manufacturing processes and procedures to ensure ongoing compliance with quality standards and regulations.
  • Maintain open and effective communication with production staff, quality assurance teams, and management to ensure everyone is aligned on quality goals and expectations.
  • Prioritize safety in the manufacturing environment, ensuring that quality control activities are carried out safely and in accordance with safety protocols.
  • Other duties as assigned.
 
QUALIFICATIONS
  • High school diploma or equivalent qualification.
  • Certification in quality control is preferred.
  • Must have food manufacturing experience.
  • A minimum of 2 years’ experience in a similar role.
  • Excellent knowledge of MS Office.
  • Good math, technical, and communication skills.
  • Strong understanding of quality control standards and testing techniques. 
 
POSITION INFORMATION 
  • This position pays $19.00 - $24.00 per hour depending on experience
 
BENEFITS PACKAGE & EMPLOYEE PROGRAMS: 
  • Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
  • Free Life and Disability Insurance
  • Health and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
  • 401k with 3% company match and annual employer discretionary contribution
  • Paid vacation, holidays and sick time
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Access to thousands of free online courses
  • Discounts on cell phones, movie tickets, gym memberships, and more!
  • Education Assistance (both college degrees and professional certifications)
  • Referral Program with cash bonus
  • Access to on-demand pay
  • Paid parental leave
 
Central Garden & Pet Company (NASDAQ: CENT) (NASDAQ: CENTA) is a leading consumer goods company in the pet and garden industries. Guided by the belief that home is central to life, the Company's purpose is to proudly nurture happy and healthy homes. For over 45 years, its innovative and trusted solutions have helped lawns grow greener, gardens bloom bigger, pets live healthier, and communities grow stronger. Central is home to a diversified portfolio of market-leading brands including Amdro®, Aqueon®, Best Bully Sticks®, Cadet®, C&S®, Farnam®, Ferry-Morse®, Kaytee®, Nylabone®, Pennington®, Sevin® and Zoёcon®. With fiscal 2025 net sales of $3.1 billion, Central has strong manufacturing and logistics capabilities supported by a passionate, entrepreneurial growth culture. The Company is headquartered in Walnut Creek, California, and employs over 6,000 people, primarily across North America. Visit www.central.com to learn more.
 
We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by law.
 

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Perks for frontline workers

From Central Garden & Pet, via Breakroom

  • Safety is a top priority!

  • Paid Vacation

  • Paid Holidays

  • Paid Sick Time

  • Paid Breaks

  • Consistent shift and schedule

  • Comprehensive Health Insurance

  • 401k with Company Match

  • Referral Program with Cash Bonus

  • Education Assistance

  • Paid Parental Leave

About Central Garden & Pet, in their own words

From Central Garden & Pet

Our leading consumer and professional brands provide forward-thinking, high quality products to care for your lawn, garden, pets and community. We are committed to helping lawns grow greener, gardens bloom bigger, pets live healthier and communities grow stronger.

Company values

From Central Garden & Pet

The Central Way | We Do the Right Thing | We Strive to be the Best | We are Entrepreneurial | We Win Together | We Grow Every Day | We are Passionate

Diversity and inclusion statement

From Central Garden & Pet

Central Garden & Pet is committed to building a great place to work that embraces diversity as a key pillar of our culture. This is a journey, and we are committed to listening, learning and doing the work to move forward together.


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