Quality Tech - 2nd shift

About the role

We are the leading global independent beverage solutions provider, serving a broad range of national and international retailers as well as Global, National, and Emerging (GNE) brands. Our products are distributed worldwide from production sites in Europe, North America, and Australia. We are solutions-based, innovative, and passionate about pushing the boundaries of what’s best in a fast-moving industry.

Responsibilities

• Adhere to all health and safety policies/procedures, Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs), and wear required personal protective equipment (PPE) in warehouse or production areas (e.g., hairnets/beard nets, safety glasses, hearing protection, hard-toe and slip/oil-resistant shoes, safety gloves, seatbelts while operating forklifts).
• Adhere to food quality and food safety standards as per corporate, customer, and/or governing bodies (e.g., SQF).
• Ensure all products conform to customer specifications as outlined in the SAP system.
• Perform analysis on raw materials, finished batches, treated water, and other programmed outlines by the department.
• Conduct chemical and physical analysis on raw and intermediate processing materials, including packaging materials, to determine acceptability.
• Evaluate finished products against current standards by performing audits to monitor product and packaging integrity.
• Check process control parameters to ensure proper equipment operation (e.g., secure seal, closure torque, can seam checks).
• Stop any production that may compromise food safety and immediately alert management.
• Maintain accurate, legible records of all tests and retests performed; complete required reports (e.g., work orders, action reports) in a timely manner.
• Perform analytical tests to qualify ingredient batches for production and conduct production line checks at specified intervals.
• Ensure accurate test results by maintaining and calibrating laboratory equipment; keep the laboratory clean at all times.
• Report all out-of-specification results to designated leadership.
• Complete special projects and other reasonable duties as assigned by leadership.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 1–3 years of experience in Quality within a manufacturing environment preferred.
• In plants co-packaging alcoholic beverages, must be at least 21 years old.

Skills

• Working knowledge of Excel, Word, and SAP preferred.
• Exposure to using measurement tools and equipment (e.g., calipers, micrometers, CMM machines).
• Organized, detail-oriented, and adaptable to change.
• High level of precision and accuracy in inspection and testing processes.
• Familiarity with SQF, SAP, Six Sigma, GMP, and other relevant standards and regulations.
• Understanding of food safety requirements.
• Able to read and understand the metric system.
• Food or beverage laboratory experience preferred.

Competencies

• Technical: Skilled in maintaining accurate and detailed records of inspections and tests.
• Integrity: Commitment to maintaining high ethical standards in all quality assurance activities.
• Adaptability: Flexibility to adapt to changing production environments and requirements.
• Communication: Clear and concise communication with production staff and management.

Working Conditions

Operating in a fast-paced production plant with numerous moving parts. Noise levels require hearing protection, and temperatures can vary (laboratory is temperature-controlled). The environment is structured and supervised.

Physical Requirements

• Stand or Sit: Frequently
• Stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl: Occasionally
• Lifting up to 50 lbs (minimum 5 lbs): Occasionally
• Carry weight, lift: Occasionally
• Walking: Frequently
• Driving: Rarely
• Climb (stairs/ladders) or balance: Rarely

This position requires attention to detail, often focusing on one or two senses at a time. There is pronounced pressure from deadlines, production quotas, accuracy, or similar demands.

Pay

Pay Range: $20.50 - $25.50 per hour (depending on education and experience), plus eligibility for performance-based bonuses based on company objectives.

Schedule

Weekdays, weekends, afternoon, evening, and overnight shifts may be required. Overtime scheduled as needed.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Health Savings Accounts and Flexible Spending Accounts
• Life and AD&D Insurance, critical illness, hospital indemnity, and accident insurance
• Short-term and long-term disability
• Pet Insurance
• Legal Benefits
• 401(k) Savings Plan with Company Match
• 12 Paid Holidays
• 5 Vacation Days and Paid (Sick) Time Off Days in accordance with applicable law
• Well-being Benefit
• Discount and Total Reward Programs