Quality Assurance Technician

Quality Assurance TechnicianAt Niagara, we're looking for Team Members who want to be part of achieving our mission to provide our customers the highest quality most affordable bottled water.Consider applying here, if you want to:Work in an entrepreneurial and dynamic environment with a chance to make an impact.Develop lasting relationships with great people.Have the opportunity to build a satisfying career.We offer competitive compensation and benefits packages for our Team Members.Essential FunctionsEnsure all parameters of food safety and quality are being adhered to and maintained throughout the facility.Assist with batching chemicals/ingredients for production.Calibrate lab and line equipment for accurate results.Collect in-process and finished product samples.Conduct standardized qualitative and quantitative testing to ensure it meets specifications.Perform aseptic testing for microbial contamination.Follow protocols for documenting testing results.Recognize deficiencies and initiate proper follow-up.Identify and isolate product that does not meet standards.Aid in troubleshooting deficiencies and non-conformances.Review food safety and quality records.Actively participate in plant teams (HACCP, Safety, etc.)Conduct other duties as assigned by management.Please note this job description is not designed to contain a comprehensive list of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without prior notice.QualificationsMinimum Qualifications:0 Years – Experience in Field or similar manufacturing environment0 Years – Experience in Position0 Years – Experience managing people/projects*experience may include a combination of work experience and educationMust read, write and communicate in English.Must be able to work 12 hour shift (days or nights) on a rotating scheduleMust follow GMP Policy - wear company issued shirt, hat, safety glasses, earplugs and hairnet in production areas.Able to lift up to 50 lbs.Able to work under pressure in a very fast paced environmentPreferred Qualifications:2 Years– Experience in Field or similar manufacturing environment2 Years – Experience working in Position2 Years – Experience managing people/projects*experience may include a combination of work experience and educationCompetenciesLead Like an OwnerMakes safety the number one priorityKeeps alert for safety issues and escalates immediatelyEffectively prioritizes tasks based on department goalsShows respect to others and confronts interpersonal issues directlyPrioritizes resolution of customer issues effectivelyResponds promptly and honors commitments to internal and external customersInnovACTMakes recommendations to continuously improve policies, methods, procedures, and/or productsDemonstrates adaptability by reacting appropriately to unexpected changes in situations or circumstancesIncreases performance through greater efficiencyFind a WaySeeks to develop technical knowledge through learning from other expertsUnderstands interdepartmental impact of individual decisions and actionsSeeks solutions rather than placing blameEmpowered to be GreatConsistently looks for ways to improve one's self through growth and development opportunitiesCommunicates clearly and promptly up, down, and acrossCommunicates effectively to manage expectationsEducationMinimum Required:High School DiplomaPreferred:Associate's DegreeCertification/License:Required: N/APreferred: HACCPForeign Language:Required: Full Professional ProficiencyPreferred: None RequiredBenefits *Los Angeles County applicants only** Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers, the California Fair Chance Act, and any other applicable local and state laws.Any employment agency, person or entity that submits a résumé into this career site or to a hiring manager does so with the understanding that the applicant's résumé will become the property of Niagara Bottling, LLC. Niagara Bottling, LLC will have the right to hire that applicant at its discretion without any fee owed to the submitting employment agency, person or entity.Employment agencies that have fee agreements with Niagara Bottling, LLC and have been engaged on a search shall submit résumé to the designated Niagara Bottling, LLC recruiter or, upon authorization, submit résumé into this career site to be eligible for placement fees.