Quality Tech, Night Shift

Our vision is both simple and ambitious: to put our drinks on every table. We are the world's largest independent bottler for retailers and A-brands. Our products are distributed worldwide from our production sites in Europe and Noth America. Although our own branding may not appear on the labels of the beverages we produce, there is a good chance you are reading this while sipping one of our drinks. Our ambition is to continually improve and it's what keeps us at the top of our game. We are solution-based. We are innovative. We seek out challenges and conquer them. This is our company ethos, but it's our people's too: Refresco is at the cutting edge of a fast-moving industry because we have passionate people pushing the boundaries of what's best. Stop and think: how would YOU put or drinks on every table? Essential Job Functions: Adhere to all health and safety policies/procedures, Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs) and wear the required personal protective equipment (PPE) while in the warehouse or production areas (including but not limited to hairnets/beard nets, safety glasses, hearing protection, hard toe and slip/oil resistant shoes, appropriate safety gloves, and seatbelts while operating forklifts). Responsible to adhere to food quality and food safety as per the standard(s) provided by corporate, customer, and/or governing bodies (ex. SQF). Ensure all products conform to the customer specifications as outlined in SAP system. Perform analysis on raw materials, finished batches, treated water and/or any other programmed outlines by the department. Conduct chemical and physical analysis on raw and intermediate processing materials including packaging materials and determine status of materials as acceptable or unacceptable. Evaluate finished products against current standards by performing audits to monitor all aspects of finished product and packaging integrity. Check process control parameters to assure proper equipment application and operation is being maintained by performing secure seal, closure torque, can seam checks, and/or any other requirements required by the customer or the company. Stop any production which may be questionable in terms of Food Safety and immediately alert a member of the management team. Maintain accurate, legible records of all tests and retests performed. Complete all other required reports (work orders, action reports, etc.) in a timely manner. Perform analytical tests required to qualify ingredient batches for production. Perform production line checks at specified intervals. Ensure accurate test results by maintaining proper operation and calibration of laboratory equipment. Maintain laboratory cleanliness at all times. Report all out of specification results to designated leadership. Complete special projects and other reasonable duties as assigned by leadership. Required Skills: Working knowledge of Excel, Word, and SAP preferred. Exposure to using measurement tools and equipment (e.g., calipers, micrometers, CMM machines) preferred. Organized and detail oriented, adaptable to change. High level of precision and accuracy in inspection and testing processes. Familiarity with SQF, SAP, Six Sigma, GMP, and other relevant standards and regulations Understanding of Food Safety Requirements. Able to read and understand metric system. Food or beverage laboratory experience preferred. Technical: Skilled in maintaining accurate and detailed records of inspections and tests Integrity: Commitment to maintaining high ethical standards in all quality assurance activities. Adaptability: Flexibility to adapt to changing production environments and requirements Education and Experience: Highschool diploma or equivalent. 1 – 3 years of experience in Quality within a manufacturing environment preferred. In plants co-packaging alcoholic beverages, must be at least 21 years old. Working Conditions: Work Schedule: Weekdays, weekends, afternoon, evening, and overnight may be required. Overtime scheduled as needed. Work Environment: Operating in a fast-paced production plant with numerous moving parts. Noise levels require hearing protection and temperatures can get very hot and/or relatively cold (laboratory is temperature controlled). The environment is structured and supervised. Travel Requirements: 0% travel anticipated. Physical Requirements: Visual/Sensory: This position requires attention to detail, requiring attention with one or two senses at a time. Mental Stress: There is pronounced pressure from deadlines, production quotas, accuracy, or similar demands. Other Duties: This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change, or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice. Refresco is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national orientation, sexual orientation, age, marital status, disability, gender identity, gender expression, Veteran status, or any other classification protected by federal, state, or local law. Equal Opportunity Employer This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws.For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor. #J-18808-Ljbffr Refresco Brand