Quality Control Technician

At Botanic Tonics, we believe being present is powerful, but in today's world it's very hard to do this a lot of the time. We exist to help people make the most of every moment—to reset, re-think, and then re-engage with themselves, others, and the world around them.

feel free products are thoughtfully crafted with noble kava root and other functional botanicals that have been used for centuries. Our feel free CLASSIC tonic and capsules contain noble kava root and natural kratom leaf, delivering calm, focused energy without caffeine. Our feel free Kava Maté combines noble kava root with yerba mate for elevated, sustained energy with 60mg of natural caffeine per serving. These unique blends are designed to create a state of chilled energy, helping to clear your mind and elevate your mood, so you can be more present and in the moment.

Founded in 2020, we now serve over 6 million servings monthly and are available in more than 27,000 retail locations nationwide. Our premium plant-based supplements are manufactured in an FDA-registered, cGMP-certified production facility in Broken Arrow, Oklahoma, where quality, science, and safety guide everything we do.

The Quality Control Technician is responsible for ensuring all Feel Free® products meet Botanic Tonics’ quality, safety, and regulatory standards. This role partners closely with Production and QA to monitor high-speed bottling operations, enforce cGMP compliance, and maintain real-time quality control across the manufacturing process.

This is a hands-on, floor-based role focused on execution, accuracy, and immediate issue identification in a fast-paced environment.

Key Responsibilities:

In-Process Quality Control

• Perform routine and random line inspections across both bottling lines

• Execute pre-production checks (ATP swabs, line clearance, equipment verification)

• Monitor and record critical parameters:

  • Fill levels, weights, torque

  • Label placement and coding accuracy

  • Batch attributes (Brix, pH, viscosity)

• Immediately flag and escalate any out-of-spec conditions

Sampling, Testing & Documentation

• Collect and retain batch and retain samples per SOPs

• Accurately document all results following Good Documentation Practices (GDP)

• Maintain real-time records to support traceability and audit readiness

• Identify and communicate trends or recurring issues to QA leadership

cGMP & Food Safety Compliance

• Ensure strict adherence to cGMP, food safety, and internal SOPs

• Verify:

  • Raw materials and lot traceability

  • Equipment calibration and readiness

  • Environmental and sanitation conditions

• Support internal and external audits (cGMP, regulatory, customer)

Deviation Management & Continuous Improvement

• Identify and document non-conformances and deviations

• Escalate issues quickly to minimize production impact

• Support root cause analysis and corrective actions (CAPA)

• Contribute to ongoing process improvements and quality initiatives

End-of-Batch & Line Clearance

• Review batch records for accuracy and completeness

• Ensure all deviations are properly documented and addressed

• Confirm line clearance, cleaning verification, and readiness for next run

Safety & Team Collaboration

• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe production environment

• Follow all safety protocols and PPE requirements

• Partner closely with Production, QA, and Maintenance teams to drive quality outcomes

• Act as a quality advocate on the floor

Qualifications

• High school diploma required; Associate’s degree or technical certification (food science, biology, or related) preferred

• 1–3+ years in quality control within food, beverage, or cGMP manufacturing

• Experience in high-speed production environments strongly preferred

• Strong attention to detail and real-time decision making

• Working knowledge of cGMP, food safety, and quality systems

• Comfortable with data recording, batch documentation, and audits

• Ability to identify issues quickly and escalate appropriately

• Team-oriented with strong communication skills

Benefits Overview: Comprehensive Medical, Dental and Vision Plans, 401k Match, Family Leave, PTO & Paid Holiday Schedule.

Botanic Tonics is an equal employment opportunity employer. Candidates are considered for employment without regard to race, creed, color, national origin, age, sex, religion, ancestry, veteran status, marital status, gender identify, sexual orientation, national origin, liability for military service, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. If you are interested in learning the status of your application, please note you will be contacted directly by the appropriate human resources contact person if you are selected for further consideration. Botanic Tonics reserves the right to defer or close a vacancy at any time.