Plant QC Inspector - 1st Shift - Beverage Manufacturing

LASSONDE PAPPAS AND CO INC•Springdale, AR

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Lassonde Pappas & Co. is a US Leader in beverage manufacturing dedicated to our team members, customers and consumers satisfaction. We remain committed to our small-town roots and rural values. Hardworking and caring are qualities that make our teams special. Since 1942, we’ve been producing delicious products for our customers across the country! To provide the best for our customers, we focus on building the best team by creating and advancing an inclusive environment amongst our diverse workforces. If you’re passionate about customer satisfaction, reliable, and committed to being and doing better, join us! We value each of our employees’ total wellbeing. To support employees in all stages of their wellness journey, we have a robust benefits program including medical, dental, and vision coverage options, growth and development potential, along with 401-K, Life & Disability Insurance, PTO, Tuition Reimbursement, Health Fairs, Gym Membership Discounts, and so much more!

Requirements

A high school diploma or equivalent
One to two years of manufacturing lab related experience
Must have excellent verbal and written communication skills
Must be detailed oriented and can multi-task
Must have excellent time management skills

Nice To Haves

Quality Control experience
Experience in the food/beverage industry
Previous experience in Manufacturing or production environment
Ability to direct, coach and train others.
Consultative, influential, strategic thinking and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

Inspect material and products for conformance to specifications using fixed or present measuring instruments
Ensure materials and products are in accordance with established tolerance levels for quality and performance and are not irregular or damaged
Receiving labels and placing them in the appropriate location
Collect samples from the warehouse
Perform calibration on all lab instrumentation inside the lab and on the production floor – including following a schedule and logging the actual calibration.
Collect and archive run samples into excel log and place them in “retained samples” area
Prepare samples for customer sales and corporate for shipping. Ensure batching group has appropriate samples for color/flavor comparisons
Perform analytical testing, such as Brix, acid, color and sensory tests on incoming concentrates and tankers to ensure they meet industry, Company and customer standards before accepting them
Assist blenders and filler operators with any analytical tests needed to support production
Randomly check for quality of our product on the floor to ensure product is in spec
Accountable for food safety, food quality and regulatory requirements for their position
Encouraged to notify management about actual or potential food safety issues
Adopt and maintain all SQF requirements for their position
Empowerment to work with supervision to resolve food safety and food quality issues within their scope of work
This role will be required to taste test product as needed, up to a couple ounces per test.
Receive incoming packaging, down stacking pallets and ensuring accurate inventory for said packaging.
Performs other related duties as required and assigned.