Quality Technician

Make a Difference in YOUR Career! Our vision is both simple and ambitious: to put our drinks on every table. We are the world’s largest bottler for retailers and A-brands. Our products are distributed worldwide from our production sites in Europe and North 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 solutions-based. We are innovative. We seek out new 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 our drinks on every table? *** 2nd and 3rd Shift Openings *** 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 preferred. Understanding of Food Safety Requirements. Able to read and understand metric system. Food or beverage laboratory experience preferred. A Career with Refresco Refresco Beverages US Inc. offers the following competitive pay and comprehensive benefits: Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance Health Savings Accounts and Flexible Spending Accounts Life and AD&D Insurance, critical illness, hospital indemnity, and accident insurance Short-term disability and long-term disability Pet Insurance Legal Benefits 401(k) Savings Plan with Company Match 12 Paid Holidays Vacation Days and Paid Sick Time OffDays Well-being Benefit Discount and Total Reward Programs Equal Opportunity Employer Refresco is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. Refresco does not discriminate against qualified applicants or employees based on race, color, age, religion, sex, pregnancy, national origin, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, status in uniformed services, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, genetic information, or any other status protected by law. Criteria Behaviors Detail Oriented: Capable of carrying out a given task with all details necessary to get the task done well Team Player: Works well as a member of a group Loyal: Shows firm and constant support to a cause Functional Expert: Considered a thought leader on a subject Dedicated: Devoted to a task or purpose with loyalty or integrity Motivations Growth Opportunities: Inspired to perform well by the chance to take on more responsibility Self-Starter: Inspired to perform without outside help Flexibility: Inspired to perform well when granted the ability to set your own schedule and goals Ability to Make an Impact: Inspired to perform well by the ability to contribute to the success of a project or the organization #J-18808-Ljbffr