Quality Control Technician I

Carolina Beverage • Cold Spring, MN

9h • $21 - $23 • Onsite

About The Position

This position performs daily quality control testing to ensure a quality product is being consistently produced at all times. The role is full-time, night shift, with 12-hour shifts from 6p-6a on a 2-2-3 rotating schedule, working 15 days a month. Compensation is $21.00 - $23.00 per hour, plus a $2.00 night shift differential. The company is a leader in contract beverage production, serving customers nationwide from facilities in the Southeast, Southwest, and Midwest, producing a diverse range of beverages.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Knowledge working in Outlook, Microsoft Office, Word, Excel, and use of customer portals
• Strong attention to detail and ability to maintain accurate records
• Regular use of computer, writing, and filing records

Nice To Haves

• Experience with SAP or other inventory management systems
• Experience with GMP and/or HACCP regulations
• Bachelor’s degree in Biology or Chemistry
• 1-3 years’ experience in a Quality environment or manufacturing environment

Responsibilities

• Performs a variety of testing pertaining to energy drinks, including; carbonation, brix, weight of cans, tasting of product for conformity.
• Needs to be familiar with all products produced at Cold Spring Brewing Company to ensure that no out of specification products are produced or released.
• Able to follow procedures precisely.
• Able to accurately collect samples for testing purposes, retention samples, and customer samples.
• Perform hourly (sometimes half hour) quality checks which include, but not limited to pH, titration and brix, carbonation, taste odor and appearance, and can weights.
• Ensures codes on cans and packaging are correct. Inspect cans for dents, scratches, and punctures to ensure they are acceptable. Ensure correct materials are used during production.
• Performs quality audits of processing area every four hours or each product change to ensure all production areas are producing to customer specification.
• Responsible for monitoring pasteurization temperatures. Monitors are run every hour during production. Technician must be able to interpret the pasteurizer data and confirm product has reached adequate temperatures per customer specifications.
• Responsible for batch approval. Syrup must meet customer specification before canning. Batch sheets are filled out completely.
• Performs HPLC analysis of products for caffeine and preservative levels. Technician can troubleshoot inconsistencies with equipment.
• Perform Titratable Acidity analysis of products.
• Ensure accuracy of all measuring devices, including their calibration.
• Performs microbiological analysis of products, water, and environment. Familiar with sterile technique, filtration and pour plate methods.
• Performs surface testing to ensure sanitary practices.
• Able to record data correctly and enter the information into the CSBC Quality Control Database.
• Adhere to and comply with Good Manufacturing Practices as outlined in Employee Handbook
• Adhere to and comply with quality production and Food Safety.
• Responsible for generating COA and Micro reports.
• Highly accurate and detail orientated.
• Good reasoning and problem-solving skills.
• Good at multitasking and utilizing time efficiently.
• Performs all other duties as assigned or required by supervisor/customer.

Benefits

• Competitive medical, HSA and FSA plans, dental, and vision coverage options for you and your family. Coverage begins the 1st of the month following 60 days.
• Paid Time Off
• Paid holidays
• 401(k) with company match to help you plan for the future beginning 1st of the month following 6 months
• Monthly performance-based bonuses
• Employee Assistance Program: Support services for personal, work, and life challenges.
• Life insurance, AD&D insurance, and short- and long-term disability coverage.
• Free Uniforms
• Referral Bonuses

What This Job Offers

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