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
