Quality Technician I in Bastrop, Texas at Texas Original

The position of QA Technician I covers diverse tasks and responsibilities that form part of TXOG Quality Management System. This entry-to-mid level-role is responsible for conducting inspections of processing areas, equipment, processes and documentation to produce wholesome, defect-free, quality finished products. The employee will also oversee the adherence to all applicable regulations during manufacturing activities. The QA Technician I will work closely with the QA Manager, Production, Processing and Cultivation teams to uphold Good Manufacturing Practices and the Texas Compassionate Use Program regulatory requirements.

• Pre-op Inspections
• First Article Inspections
• Product sampling and in-line testing
• GMP enforcement
• Finished Product inspections
• Root-cause analysis and Corrective and Preventive Action (CAPA) investigations
• Documentation review and acceptance
• Quality incident and deviation reporting
• Quality investigations and continuous improvement
• Supports the QA Manager during internal audits
• Conducts periodical inspections in coordination with the QA Manager
• Offers support for personnel training, quality standards and GMP Practices
• Assists in the development, review and revisions of SOP’s
• Performs calibration verifications and operational checklists
• Environmental monitoring
• Pest control and contamination monitoring

• Attention to detail
• Accuracy and detail in documentation
• Critical Thinking
• Proven root-cause analysis skills
• Adept at using Microsoft Office Suite software (Word, Excel)
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work in collaboration with different departments (Cultivation, Processing, Manufacturing and Compliance)
• Proficiency with Internal Audits and Regulatory inspections
• Experience with chain-of custody protocols
• Certification as a Certified Quality Inspector (CQI) or Certified Quality Technician (CQT) by the American Society of Quality (ASQ) is a plus
• High school diploma or GED required; Associate’s or bachelor’s degree in Life Sciences, Chemistry, Biology or related field preferred
• 1+ year of experience in a Quality Assurance, quality control or regulated production environment (cannabis, pharmaceutical, food/beverage industries)
• Bilingual (English and Spanish) is a plus
• Experience with GMP, Sanitation and HACCP are a plus
• Must be at least 21 years of age
• Ability to pass a state-mandated background check and obtain a Texas Compassionate Use Program (CUP) card

• Ability to stand, walk, bend, and lift up to 20-30 lbs. for extended periods
• Ability to wear personal protective equipment (PPE), including facemask, beard net, lab coat, shoe covers and hairnet
• Exposure to varying temperatures, humidity levels and plant material/allergens typical of a cannabis cultivation and production environment
• Ability to work in a controlled-access facility with strict security and compliance protocols.