Quality Assurance Technician

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot basic water processing functionality: pumps, valves, piping, etc.
• Troubleshoot water sanitation equipment: CIP system, etc.
• Support water bottling and packaging processes, primarily QA and food safety testing
• Ensure all lines and all processes are validated according to compliance standards
• Complete basic laboratory testing: pH, turbidity, conductivity, etc.
• Plating of micro samples
• Create spiked samples to test proficiency
• Daily review of quality data from operators
• Manage water sensory (taste and odor) evaluations
• Adhere to site safety and quality KPIs (Key Performance Indicators)
• Support site and corporate quality initiatives
• Communicate results, deviations, and improvement plans to co-workers and other team members
• Provide QA training support for QA operators

Qualifications

• College level education desired, relevant pursuit of study in a related area a plus
• Prior experience performing basic laboratory procedures
• Exposure to Quality Assurance or Production in a food or beverage processing facility is preferred but not required
• Ability to work self-directed and with a team
• Solid communication and interpersonal skills with experience working in a team-based environment
• Experience with sanitation and microbiological control systems preferred
• Familiarity with food safety and food defense requirements, audit and regulatory environments, microbiological testing, MI and other manufacturing control systems
• Ability to interact with various internal contacts to manage the flow of work
• Exposure to Fluid processing and the principles of sanitation science
• Understanding of good manufacturing practices and HACCP principles
• Computer skills with knowledge of Microsoft applications, SAP experience a plus
• Focus on safe work practices and high quality while executing duties with a sense of urgency
• Ability to troubleshoot and make independent decisions related to quality and operation excellence
• Ability to move/lift 40 lbs and stand on your feet for long periods of time throughout the day