Quality Assurance Technician

Audit & Compliance

• Conduct daily quality assurance audits of beverage production.
• Perform timely line checks and audit equipment like container rinses, air blowers, and coders.
• Ensure all pertinent analytical results are entered into the data collection system in a timely manner.
• Participate in Quality System audits and safety inspections.
• Segregate and hold products that do not meet specifications for further review and disposition.

Laboratory & Testing

• Operate and standardize lab equipment including Refractometer, pH Meter, Densitometer, HPLC, and Calibrated Thermometer.
• Perform qualitative and quantitative testing of beverages, syrups, and raw materials.
• Analyze product attributes such as Brix, Acid, Ascorbic Acid, pH, Flavor, Color, fill levels, and weight.
• Conduct specific tests for caffeine, sorbic acid, benzoic acid, and allergens.
• Perform swabbing and Allergen Control Test (ATP) swabs.
• Collect and store retention samples.

Team & Operations

• Maintain Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs) and a clean work area.
• Provide production assistance during product audits.
• Ensure subsequent shifts have adequate supplies by reviewing lab materials and reagents.
• Provide training to other QA Technicians.
• Maintain a positive and cooperative work atmosphere with all staff.

Qualifications & Experience

• Minimum of 1 year of relevant experience, preferably in a production or manufacturing environment.
• Experience in the food or beverage industry is a plus.

Education

• A High School Diploma or GED required.
• A Bachelor's Degree in a science-related field preferred.

Skills

• Strong attention to detail, professional attitude, and accuracy in work.
• Familiarity with lab safety and handling of hazardous materials.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and handle multiple tasks.
• Proactive and cooperative attitude with a strong work ethic.
• Proficient with Microsoft Word and Excel.

Benefits

As part of our promise to talent, Kelly supports those who work with us through a variety of benefits, perks, and work-related resources. Kelly offers eligible employees voluntary benefit plans including medical, dental, vision, telemedicine, term life, whole life, accident insurance, critical illness, a legal plan, and short-term disability. As a Kelly employee, you will have access to a retirement savings plan, service bonus and holiday pay plans (earn up to eight paid holidays per benefit year), and a transit spending account. In addition, employees are entitled to earn paid sick leave under the applicable state or local plan.