QA Technician

City Brewing Co•Latrobe, PA

About The Position

The Quality Assurance Technician is an integral part of the QA department, working to maximize effectiveness, compliance, and day-to-day quality specification adherence. This role supports production by monitoring daily procedures, performing quality analysis, collecting and maintaining product samples, and conducting necessary swabbing and CCP checks. Additionally, the position works closely with production teams to uphold manufacturing specifications and promptly communicate quality concerns to prevent delays. The QA tech must be able to adapt to a variety of work environments and support Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP’s) to ensure consistent product quality and regulatory compliance.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in chemistry or related science field; or prior experience in a quality position in a manufacturing environment
Strong problem-solving skills and ability to implement corrective actions
Effective communication skills to collaborate with cross-functional teams
Excellent attention to detail and ability to maintain accurate documentation
Working knowledge of statistical methods and computer skills
Must be able to prioritize an assigned workload.
Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, and Access
Ability to work flexible hours including holidays and weekends as needed in support of a 24/7 operation

Responsibilities

Performs required analytical laboratory tests on process product samples and finished goods. Testing is also performed on product and packaging materials as well as incoming products
Performs government compliance testing on products that contain alcohol prior to release
Evaluates all quality data in order to ensure a quality product this may include shutting down packaging equipment in order to maintain quality standards
Quarantines out of specification product. and alerts appropriate production teams of impact
Audits operator quality checks to determine completeness and operators’ ability to perform the tasks appropriately
Evaluates instrumentation control through the use of statistical process control
Monitors, calibrates, troubleshoots, and maintains laboratory equipment, requests assistance from maintenance teams for complex issues
Completes all required paperwork and data entry accurately and in a timely manner
Communicates with other departments as needed regarding the status of in process product streams, various materials and/or finished products
Maintaining housekeeping standards to prevent cross contamination during processing
Identifies areas of opportunity to improve processes
Ensures compliance with internal, Federal, state, and local guidelines and regulations including but not limited to: GMP, HACCP, OSHA, FDA, and TTB
Reviews product formulations and specifications; communicates with other departments regarding new product specifications, methods, and testing needs