Quality Technician

Benefits

• Employee discounts
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Training & development
• Vision insurance
• 401(k)

Job Summary

We are seeking an energetic and motivated Quality Technician to join our team. In this position, the Technician will be responsible for assuring quality at LDB Beverage by performing record keeping/document control and conducting validation procedures before, during, and after manufacturing runs to ensure that products comply with quality standards. The ideal candidate demonstrates exceptional precision, meticulous record‑keeping, and a high degree of accuracy. This candidate excels in problem‑solving and is capable of integrating seamlessly into our existing systems while contributing to their continued improvement. The role requires interaction with employees across all levels of the organization to achieve objectives related to GMPs, Safe Quality Foods (SQF), organic, gluten‑free, and kosher certifications.

Responsibilities

• Ingredient Set‑up: Prepare and stage ingredients for blending, ensuring consistency and compliance with quality standards.
• Quality Assurance & Compliance: Verify ingredients meet quality and safety requirements before use. Document measurements, batch records, and quality checks in accordance with company procedures and regulatory standards. Assist with corrective actions if deviations or discrepancies are identified. Support internal and external audits by maintaining accurate and complete records.
• Inventory Management: Perform regular counts and reconciliations to ensure accurate stock levels. Report low stock, variances, or quality issues promptly to supervisors or quality teams.
• Food Safety & Workplace Standards: Follow all food safety, hygiene, and GMP requirements. Maintain clean, organized, and safe work areas to prevent cross‑contamination. Adhere to company policies, standard operating procedures (SOPs), and safety protocols.
• Collaboration & Continuous Improvement: Work closely with production, quality, and warehouse teams to ensure smooth operations. Provide input on process improvements to enhance efficiency, accuracy, and product quality.
• General Accountabilities:
  • Complete daily and intermittent internal audits throughout the facility to ensure staff follow all safety and quality policies.
  • Review Routine Maintenance checklists periodically, identify gaps, and communicate with the Facilities Manager.
  • Review packaging run paperwork prior to runs and perform daily audits of completed paperwork, reporting failures to relevant stakeholders.
  • Conduct field tests to ensure equipment and HACCP processes are performing as expected.
  • Perform periodic internal calibration procedures on equipment.
  • Train staff on GMPs, safety, and quality.
  • Collect and prepare customer or LDB required samples for shipment.
  • Track and manage any finished product or raw materials on QC hold, ensuring re‑work is completed to specification for release.
  • Identify areas for quality control improvement and assist in implementing new methods.
  • Conduct scheduled facility wastewater samplings and report findings.
  • Update job knowledge by studying trends in quality management, participating in educational opportunities, reading professional publications, and maintaining personal networks.
  • Actively engage in LDB communication mechanisms (Basecamp and email).
  • Perform any other tasks or projects as determined by the Quality & EHS Manager.

Qualifications

• Ability to use equipment such as stand‑up forklifts and pallet jacks.
• Capable of standing for long periods and lifting heavy objects.
• Excellent organizational and time‑management skills.
• Strong math skills and high attention to detail.
• Excellent team mentality; self‑motivated, dependable, and accountable.
• Critical thinking and good professional communication throughout the organization.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Outlook, Excel, and Word.