Quality Control Technician

Job Title: Quality Technician - Water Bottling Plant

Job Summary: As a Quality Technician at our spring water bottling plant, you will play a crucial role in ensuring that our products meet the highest standards of quality, safety, and compliance. You will be responsible for monitoring and maintaining quality control processes throughout the production and packaging of bottled water. Your attention to detail, analytical mindset, and knowledge of quality assurance procedures will contribute to the overall success of our operations.

Responsibilities:

Conduct quality inspections: Perform regular inspections and tests to verify the quality and safety of water products at various stages of the bottling process, including raw materials, production, packaging, and final product.

Monitor production processes: Observe and evaluate manufacturing processes to identify potential quality issues, such as equipment malfunctions, deviations from standard operating procedures (SOPs), or contamination risks.

Analyze samples: Collect representative samples from production batches and conduct thorough analyses using appropriate testing methods and equipment. This includes assessing pH levels, mineral content, microbial contaminants, and other relevant parameters.

Document and report: Accurately record and maintain detailed documentation of quality inspection results, test data, and any non-conformance issues. Prepare comprehensive reports summarizing findings and recommend corrective actions to improve quality standards.

Calibration and maintenance: Ensure that testing instruments and equipment are properly calibrated, maintained, and validated. Perform routine checks and troubleshoot any technical issues to maintain accurate and reliable testing capabilities.

Compliance adherence: Ensure compliance with all relevant regulatory requirements, industry standards, and internal policies.

Continuous improvement: Identify areas for process improvement and participate in quality improvement initiatives. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement corrective and preventive actions that enhance overall product quality and customer satisfaction.

Training and support: Provide training and guidance to production line staff on quality control procedures, product specifications, and best practices. Support and promote a culture of quality awareness and accountability within the organization.

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent; associate's degree or certification in a related field is a plus.
• Proven experience as a quality technician or similar role in a manufacturing or bottling environment, preferably within the food or beverage industry.
• Strong understanding of quality assurance principles, methodologies, and tools.
• Familiarity with laboratory testing equipment and techniques for water quality analysis.
• Knowledge of regulatory standards and compliance requirements relevant to the bottling industry (e.g., FDA, NSF, HACCP, GMP).
• Detail-oriented with excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Proficient in data collection, analysis, and report writing.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced production environment.
• Good communication skills to effectively interact with cross-functional teams and communicate quality related issues

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person