Description

Job Title: Quality Assurance Technician

Location: Redding

Job Summary:
The Quality Assurance Technician supports Beneficial Insectary’s production and laboratory operations by conducting precise arthropod counts, collecting and analyzing data, and maintaining high standards of accuracy and quality. This role ensures product integrity and adherence to quality control procedures through consistent monitoring, documentation, and collaboration with the Quality Assurance Processing Lead and production staff.

The position requires strong attention to detail, familiarity with basic laboratory equipment, and adherence to established protocols and safety standards.

Key Responsibilities:

• Perform meticulous counting and data collection of arthropods using stereoscopes, microscopes, aspirators, and analytical balances.
• Accurately record, organize, and analyze data for quality and production metrics.
• Assist with various QA sampling and analysis methods including Cone-n-cut, Wet counts, Tape counts, Emergence counts, and Aspirator counts.
• Operate computers proficiently to generate reports and ensure timely communication of QA findings.
• Handle arthropods and related biological materials in accordance with PPE and safety standards.
• Assist in sieving tasks and transport of production supplies such as Peat Moss, Vermiculite, and Bran.
• Support production activities including packaging, preparing raw material mixtures, and measuring received products for inventory control.
• Collaborate with peers and leadership to uphold corporate Objectives, Goals, Actions, and Measures (OGAM) for continuous improvement.
• Maintain cleanliness, organization, and calibration of laboratory work areas and equipment.
• Other duties as assigned.

Physical Demands

Work in controlled laboratory and production environments with variable temperatures, humidity, and occasional exposure to odors or allergens associated with arthropods.
Extended periods of sitting, standing, and repetitive hand motions.
Close visual acuity for precise work under microscopes and computers.
Ability to safely lift, carry, or move up to 20 lbs with or without accommodation.

Description

Position Summary
We are seeking a Production Supervisor for our Lacewing department to oversee daily operations. This role ensures that production targets are met in both quantity and quality while maintaining high standards of efficiency, safety, and teamwork.

Key Responsibilities

• Supervise and execute daily lacewing production plans.
• Oversee preparation of raw materials, including setups, breakdowns, artificial diets, and egg harvesting.
• Monitor and maintain inventory of raw materials and finished products.
• Ensure all production tasks are completed accurately, on time, and in required quantities.
• Train, guide, and support production team members.
• Repair and maintain production materials as needed.
• Collaborate with other departments to meet production goals.
• Ensure adherence to safety and quality standards.
• Other duties as assigned.