Quality Assurance Technician

About Liberty

At Liberty Coca-Cola, we strive to make our workforce as inclusive and diverse as the communities we serve.  Our associates are our #1 asset, and we are committed to investing in our people, maintaining the highest safety standing: Medical, Dental, Vision, Prescription drug plans, 401K with company contributions, paid vacation, company paid holidays, and more.  Discover what it means to be energized by a multitude of possibilities and a dynamic team. Join us here at Liberty Coca-Cola Beverages LLC.

Summary

Successfully pass a math/science test prior to being interviewed.

Must be able to work any shift. First: 7am-3:30pm, second: 3pm-11:30pm or third: 11pm-7:30am. Training will be for 2 weeks on each shift.

Assist the Quality Assurance Supervisor in overseeing the operation of Lab and blending /batching personnel while ensuring the safety of our people, workplace and environment and meeting all company, legal and other requirements.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate scheduling functions in both Lab and Blending.
• Weekly micro plating and reading for the subject areas.
• Assure integrity of all laboratory testing, product quality, and syrup batching.
• Conduct package quality inspection and quality audits to ensure that processes are effective and efficient as well as compliant.
• Serve as primary trainer for QA and other departments regarding quality issues.
• Receive and test CO2 and all raw materials prior to production process.
• Maintain highest possible housekeeping standards to prevent microbial contamination.
• Facilitate GMP / Food Safety programs.
• Ensure that all concentrate, beverage bases, and HFCS are ordered for production.
• Ensure that all laboratory supplies and personal protective equipment are adequate and available as needed.
• Must understand and perform all laboratories, water treatment ,syrup and processing rooms cleaning and sanitation duties.
• Ensure all reporting is accurate and on time.
• Other duties as deemed necessary by management.
• Support management system efforts such as document control, audits, records, and continual improvement.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Bachelor’s degree in science related field preferred.
• 1-3 years prior production/manufacturing experience OR 2+ years’ relevant lab technician experience.
• Food/beverage industry experience a plus.
• Demonstrated attention to detail and accuracy.
• Strong analytical skills.
• Ability to read, write and keep records.
• Good computer skills including literacy with Excel and Word.
• Familiarity with lab safety and handling of hazardous materials.
• Must have the ability to repetitively lift, pull and push 50+ pounds, reach above head height, stand, walk, kneel, bend and reach.

Additional Information

Liberty Coca-Cola Beverages LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.