Quality Technician

Overview 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? Responsibilities 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. Benefits Medical/dental/vision insurance Life insurance 401(k) savings plan with company match Paid holidays and vacation Well-being benefits Discount programs Equal Opportunity Refresco Beverages US, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, marital status, disability, gender identity, gender expression, Veteran status, or any other classification protected by federal, state, or local law. #J-18808-Ljbffr