Quality Control Associate Jobs in Linden, NJ (NOW HIRING)

At Corbion, we exist to champion preservation in all its forms, preserving food and food production, health, and our planet.

The Quality Control Technician, based at the Totowa, NJ plant, reports to the Quality Control Supervisor. This is a 2nd shift role, responsible for performing analytical testing,  pre-operation and line audits, and ensuring production procedures and quality standards are consistently met. The position also supports the development and training of QC team members.

Position Qualifications

• Follow all GMP's (Good Manufacturing Practices), FSMA, Safety, and Environmental regulations as well as company policies.
• Maintain positive attitude. Focus on the customer, teamwork, and quality productivity.  
• Give recommendations to improve workplace safety, efficiency, and to better serve the customer.
• Analyze finished product for various analytical testing including redox, Chittack, pH, %moisture, % salt and titratable acid (TA) on a daily basis.
• Daily verification/calibration of lab equipment prior to testing finished product to ensure product quality.
• Check scale calibration  during line/pre-operation audits, to ensure that the scales used in Caravan's processes are accurate.
• Perform metal detector checks four times per shift, to maintain the integrity of the HACCP plan during line audits.
• Verify that the box/pail weights are accurate by checking three consecutive boxes/pails on all machines during line audits.
• Ensure that lot codes and finished products package is correct and legible.
• Perform bake testing related to shipping or complaints.
• Product that has been analyzed and does not meet specification, must be re-sampled and re-analyzed immediately. If product is not in compliance, HOLD stickers must be applied immediately and system hold activated.
• Perform line audit checks inspecting ingredients and cleanliness of equipment.
• Participate in and successfully complete all required laboratory training classes.
• Duties, responsibilities and activities may change or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.

Education & Experience

• Associate's Degree in Chemistry, Bio-Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Biology or Microbiology
• Experience in a laboratory environment within a related industry
• SAP/ Sample Manager experience preferred
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Knowledge of laboratory testing procedures and equipment calibration
• Ability to maintain compliance with GMPs, FSMA, HACCP, and company policies
• Strong communication and teamwork skills

Position Location and Working Environment

• Large open floor areas with loud machinery; ear protection may be required.
• Exposure to high temperatures in summer and cold environments in winter.
• Workers are required to wear safety glasses, hair nets, and safety shoes.
• Dusty environment due to raw materials.
• Exposure to allergens including eggs, soy, sesame seeds, milk, and wheat.

Physical Demands (if applicable)

• Must wear GMP-compliant hair and beard nets, company-provided uniforms, gloves, and respirators in certain areas.
• Ability to stand for long periods and perform repetitive laboratory or line auditing tasks.
• Must be able to lift up to 55 lbs.

Our offer 

The anticipated compensation range for this position is $24.00 to $25.00. The final pay offered to a successful candidate will be dependent on several factors that may include but are not limited to the type and years of experience within the job, the type years of and experience within the industry, education, etc. Please note, Corbion is a multi-state employer, and this pay scale may not reflect positions that work in other states or locations. In addition to the base compensation, we offer the following benefits*:

• Bonus potential
• Paid time off, including company holidays
• 401K with company match
• Medical, dental, vision and basic life insurance coverage are offered to employees and eligible dependents (provided they meet eligibility requirements)
• Flexible spending accounts
• Education assistance
• Short- and long- term disability
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Lifestyle and wellness benefits

*Please note, this is intended to provide a general description of benefits and other compensation and is not a substitute for applicable plan documents or company policies. Eligibility requirements for these benefits will be controlled by applicable plan documents.

About Corbion

Corbion is a sustainable ingredients company dedicated to preserving what matters, including food and food production, health, and the planet. We specialize in lactic acid, lactic acid derivatives, food preservation solutions, functional blends, and algae ingredients, using our deep application and product knowledge to propel nature's ingenuity through science. With more than a century of experience, we continue working side-by-side with our customers to make our cutting-edge technologies work for them. Leveraging our advanced capabilities in fermentation and preservation technology, we help customers differentiate their products in diverse markets ranging from food and animal nutrition to home & personal care, pharmaceuticals, electronics, medical devices, and bioplastics. In 2025, Corbion generated annual sales of 1,267.4 million with a workforce of 2,408 FTEs. Corbion is listed on Euronext Amsterdam. For more information:  www.corbion.com

Corbion is an equal opportunity employer and committed to a diverse workplace.  All applicants will be considered equally without regard to race, color, ethnicity, veteran status, religion, national origin, marital status, political affiliation, age, sex, sexual orientation, handicapping condition, membership in an organization or any other non-merit factors.

Corbion provides reasonable accommodation to applicants.

EOE/M/F/Vet/Disabled

Corbion does not accept unsolicited resumes from individual recruiters or third party recruiting agencies in response to job postings. No fee will be paid to third parties who submit unsolicited candidates directly to our hiring managers. All candidates must be submitted by approved Corbion vendors who have been expressly requested to make a submission by our Talent Acquisition team for a specific job opening. No placement fees will be paid to any firm unless such a request has been made by the Corbion Talent Acquisition team and such candidate was submitted to the Corbion Talent Acquisition Team.