Quality Assurance Technician

Pernod Ricard • Fort Smith, AR

240d • $52,240 - $65,300

About The Position

The principal functions of this position are to provide analytical, technical and operational information to the processing and bottling operations. The Lab Technician is in place to perform standard quality analysis, maintain accurate records and to report nonconformance. The Lab Technician will perform duties and tasks to ensure that the quality of the product is maintained and meets established standards. The technician is tasked with performing quality testing and monitoring procedures, relating to product, finished goods as well as bulk/ingredient supplies. Teamwork skills are necessary to support, improve and drive the Quality department of Hiram Walker to the next level.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree (4 year) or equivalent.
• Prior lab work experience.
• Technical functional skills in the law, physical sciences (biology, chemistry, etc.) or applied mathematics.

Responsibilities

• Analysis of product including proof, weight per gallon, color, brix, pH, methanol, turbidity, obscurations, total solids, methanol, analytes, and organoleptic evaluation.
• Record and maintain accurate records of test results.
• Maintain production samples and reference composite samples.
• Analysis on pre-shipments, received flavors, bulk ingredients and finished blends.
• Verify incoming bulk meets current specification by performing color, brix, pH, Benedict's, and organoleptic evaluation.
• Perform prescribed analysis on water such as pH, turbidity, organoleptic, chlorine, and conductivity.
• Update and document new procedures and instruction in regard to laboratory testing and equipment calibration.
• Ensure that Process Quality Assurance is maintaining ISO 9002, 14001, OHSAS 18801, GMP and HACCP records.
• Participate in Continuous improvement teams when needed.
• Conduct Microbiological Analysis as required on Finished Product, ingredients and water.
• Analyze wastewater samples accordingly.
• Set-up and take down daily sensory panels.

Benefits

• Flexible work policy with hybrid or remote options.
• Comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, retirement plans, and employee discounts.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees