Quality Technician

St. Louis, Maryland Heights, MO 63043, USA Description Make a Difference in YOUR Career! Our vision is both simple and ambitious: to put our drinks on every table. We are the leading global independent beverage solutions provider. We serve a broad range of national and international retailers as well as Global, National and Emerging (GNE) brands. Our products are distributed worldwide from our production sites in Europe, North America, and Australia. 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 on 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? Contractual hourly wage rate is $24.25. The Quality Assurance Technician is responsible for overseeing the day to day quality operations including the implementation and monitoring of quality, sanitation and batching systems to facilitate compliance with company objectives and regulatory requirements. 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. Responsible to adhere to food quality and food safety as per quality standards and/or Safe Quality Food requirements. Ensure all products being run conform to the product specifications as outlined in SAP system, and conduct analysis on raw deliveries, syrup batches and treated water. Maintain accurate, legible records of all tests and retests performed. Complete all other required reports (work orders, action reports, etc.) in a timely manner. Work closely with all departments to improve quality, increase efficiencies, increase yields and eliminate out of specification or damaged product. Startup lines in an accurate and timely manner through pre-confirming flavor to be run, carbo-trol/flow mix settings and product parameters. Conduct chemical and physical analysis on raw and intermediate processing materials including packaging materials and determine status of materials as acceptable or unacceptable. Complete flavor changes in an accurate and timely manner through pre-confirming flavor to be run, carbo-trol/flow mix settings and product parameters. 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 and seaming checks. Ensure accurate test results by maintaining proper operation, cleanliness and calibration of laboratory equipment. Maintain laboratory cleanliness at all times. Utilize free time by assisting other technicians or production personnel, filing, preparing reagents, photocopying audit sheets, checking held products, emptying reference samples, reading micro plates, checking inventory supplies and overseeing repacks. Complete special projects and other reasonable duties as assigned by Lead Hand or Management. When more than one shift is operating, communicate with the technician coming on shift of any issues which may affect product or scheduling as well as cleaning all equipment and benches used for your line. Mop the floor if not already completed. Wait for your replacement before leaving the laboratory. If your replacement is late, inform lead hand on shift or contact the QA Manager. Required Skills and Competencies: Proficient in Excel, Word, SAP and Power Point Ability to analyze and solve problems, results oriented Organized and detail oriented, adaptable to change Education and Experience: Bachelor’s degree or Diploma in Food Science, Quality or related discipline Minimum 3 years of experience in Quality within a manufacturing environment, preferably food/beverage industry Knowledge of quality systems (GMP, HACCP, SQF) – certification ideal Working Conditions: Physical- Continuously standing, walking, and lifting of 50 lbs. Must be able to climb 8 foot ladder and portable work platforms. Visual/Sensory- This position requires regular need to give moderate attention with one or two senses at a time. Work environment- Work and environment are very repetitive. 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. Benefits A Career with Refresco Refresco offers a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits, which include: Health Savings Account Life and AD&D Insurance 401(k) savings plan 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