Quality Assurance Technician - Days

Premium Waters • Chippewa Falls, WI

18d • Onsite

About The Position

Premium Waters is hiring a Quality Assurance Technician for its Park Ave. water bottling plant in Chippewa Falls, Wisconsin. The role supports the company’s mission and quality standards by conducting microbiological testing and wet chemical analysis of water, testing and maintaining the reverse osmosis system, enforcing Good Manufacturing Practices, and conducting quarterly CFR testing for bottles and closures. The technician also performs quality checks and calibrations, maintains quality records and chemical inventory, and supports cleanliness and other plant needs.

The position follows a 5:00 a.m.–5:10 p.m. 2-2-3 rotation, including every other weekend. The role requires communication with personnel at all levels and commitment to established GMP and workplace safety practices.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Basic reading, writing, and math skills.
• Functional knowledge of Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule as needed.
• Commitment to safety and established Good Manufacturing Practices.

Nice To Haves

• Undergraduate degree preferred.
• Experience in food, beverage, or liquid consumer product manufacturing is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Perform daily and quarterly microbiological testing.
• Perform wet chemical analysis of product.
• Test and maintain the reverse osmosis (RO) system.
• Perform quality checks and calibrations.
• Maintain quality forms and perform cleaning as needed.
• Conduct daily plant checks and walkthroughs, including checking Presage quality checks and cleanliness.
• Write process deviations and non-conformances.
• Oversee implementation of corrective actions.
• Ensure plant personnel adhere to corporate Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP).
• Maintain chemical inventory.
• Perform quarterly CFR testing for bottles and closures.
• Communicate at all levels and follow established GMP policies.
• Contribute to workplace safety and help prevent accidents and injuries.

Benefits

• Medical, prescription drug, and vision program available on day one.
• Dental coverage available on day one.
• 112 hours of PTO in the first year.
• Paid parental leave.
• Gym reimbursement program.
• Company-paid wellness coach.
• Online virtual care.
• Company-paid life insurance for employee, spouse, and children.
• Company-paid long- and short-term disability.
• Company-paid employee assistance program.
• Flexible spending account.
• Education and tuition reimbursement program.
• 401(k) with 100% company match up to 4%.
• Bereavement leave.
• Volunteer time off program.
• Holiday pay.
• Free employee water program.
• Referral bonus.
• Daily Pay.
• Free on-site physical therapy.
• Free employee medical care at a near-site clinic starting 1/1/26.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: High school or GED