Quality Control Technician

About the role

Brooklyn Bottling has developed and invested in co‑packing capabilities for many years. Our comprehensive range of contract bottling services has been specifically developed and tailored in response to the requirements of our partners. We specialize in co‑packing products such as juice cocktails, teas, energy drinks, seltzers, sports drinks, flavored waters, and soft drinks. With our high level of expertise and innovative approach, we always strive to present the best possible options to our partners. We have extensive experience working with many of the biggest names in the beverage industry, which has allowed us to develop smooth and efficient processes both for the mass market and for specialty and niche products.

The Quality Control Technician maintains and enforces the organization’s quality system procedures, ensuring that products and services meet quality standards.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine and non‑routine analysis of raw materials and products at all stages of the production chain, following validated methodologies.
• Conduct physical and physicochemical tests (e.g., Brix, total acidity, pH, fill heights, volumes) to analyze product properties.
• Review and update operating procedures; provide input to analytical or instrumental problem solving.
• Recommend modifications to existing quality or production parameters to achieve the highest quality within equipment capacity limits.
• Control HACCP and food‑safety compliance.
• Establish conformity of raw materials, intermediates, and packaging material against quality‑control specifications.
• Implement quality indicators based on continuous improvement.
• Perform finished‑goods checks in a timely manner to ensure all specifications are met.
• Maintain punctuality, reliability, and computer literacy.
• Perform physical and mental work requiring total concentration and precision.
• Self‑motivate and manage time wisely to accomplish daily tasks such as water checks, line checks, approvals, calibrations, etc.
• Understand and follow all company policies, practices, and SOPs; ensure SOPs are followed to prevent product defects.
• Communicate and coordinate quality issues and activities with the QC/QA Lead.
• Follow all customer quality requirements provided.
• Provide QC/QA team support for the plant quality program.
• Participate in continuous‑improvement initiatives and projects.
• Complete other duties as assigned by the QC/QA Lead or QC/QA Supervisor/Manager.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED (minimum).
• Associate Degree (2‑year) in Chemistry, Biology, or Laboratory Science – desirable.
• Two to three years of demonstrated experience in a food‑manufacturing environment.
• Proficiency in spoken, written, and reading English.
• Ability to perform basic mathematical calculations.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office applications (Excel, Word).
• Computer literate.