Quality Assurance LAB Technician

Location: Quincy, IL Shift/Work Schedule 6:00am-2:30pm, Monday-Friday Pay Range $24.60/hr Join the Team That Fuels Your Favorite Beverages At Wis-Pak, we're more than just a manufacturer--we're the driving force behind some of the most recognized and loved beverage brands in the country, including Pepsi-Cola, Mountain Dew, Lipton Iced Tea, Aquafina, Vita Ice, Klarbrunn, and Bubbl'r. Chances are, you've enjoyed one of our products at your favorite restaurant or picked one up at your local store. Did you know you get a discount on your favorites if you work for us? Why You'll Love Working Here We believe in taking care of our people. Here's what you can expect: Generous Paid Time Off Comprehensive Medical, Dental & Vision Coverage Flexible Spending Accounts Critical Illness & Accident Coverage Life Insurance Short & Long-Term Disability 401(K) with Profit Sharing Parental Leave Tuition Reimbursement Paid Holidays About The Role Understand and follow all established safety, health, quality, Food Safety, GMP and Company policies, procedures, and recognized practices. Conduct testing processes and procedures to perform physical and analytical product quality tests on finished syrup and beverage, inspect raw materials, and perform microbiological testing. Use laboratory test equipment and apparatus to conduct tests. Run control drink on finished syrups to ensure taste and quality. Maintain files and test results, record corrective procedures, control reports and supporting data in accordance with prescribed procedures. Follow all clean up and housekeeping procedures. Ensure accuracy of equipment through calibration and documentation. DISCLAIMER: The information listed above is not intended to be an all-inclusive job description. A full list of duties and responsibilities for this position is available upon request. What We're Looking For The ideal candidate will have basic mathematical skills, the ability to problem solve, and good communication skills. Must be able to read, write, and communicate in English and follow written and verbal instructions. Requires the ability to operate and utilize a computer, and laboratory and test equipment. Basic knowledge of soft drink operations and SPC is preferred, but not required. Must exhibit ability and desire to work within a team but can work alone. Works with minimal supervision, be a self-starter who leads by example, and be dependable. Requires the ability to lift 50 pounds occasionally. Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States on a permanent basis. The company will not sponsor employment visas now or in the future Applicants must be able to read, write, speak, and comprehend English at a level necessary to perform the essential duties of the position. Our Commitment to You Wis-Pak/WP Beverage is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We comply with EEOC regulations and use E-Verify to ensure employment eligibility. Ready to make a difference? Join us and be part of a team that's refreshing the world--one bottle at a time. Equal Opportunity Employer Minorities/Women/Protected Veterans/Disabled #J-18808-Ljbffr