Quality Tech

Refresco Careers•Wilson, NC

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Refresco is the leading global independent beverage solutions provider, serving national and international retailers as well as Global, National and Emerging (GNE) brands. Our products are distributed worldwide from our production sites in Europe, North America, and Australia. We are solutions-based, innovative, and constantly seeking new challenges. Our company ethos is driven by passionate people pushing the boundaries of what's best in a fast-moving industry.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Able to read and understand the metric system.
Understanding of Food Safety Requirements.
High level of precision and accuracy in inspection and testing processes.
Organized and detail oriented, adaptable to change.

Nice To Haves

Working knowledge of Excel, Word, and SAP preferred.
Exposure to using measurement tools and equipment (e.g., calipers, micrometers, CMM machines) preferred.
Familiarity with SQF, SAP, Six Sigma, GMP, and other relevant standards and regulations.
Food or beverage laboratory experience preferred.
1 – 3 years of experience in Quality within a manufacturing environment preferred.
In plants co-packaging alcoholic beverages, must be at least 21 years old.

Responsibilities

Adhere to all health and safety policies/procedures, Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs) and wear the required personal protective equipment (PPE) while in the warehouse or production areas.
Adhere to food quality and food safety standards as provided by corporate, customer, and/or governing bodies (e.g., SQF).
Ensure all products conform to customer specifications as outlined in the SAP system.
Perform analysis on raw materials, finished batches, treated water, and/or any other programmed outlines by the department.
Conduct chemical and physical analysis on raw and intermediate processing materials including packaging materials and determine status of materials as acceptable or unacceptable.
Evaluate finished products against current standards by performing audits to monitor all aspects of finished product and packaging integrity.
Check process control parameters to assure proper equipment application and operation is being maintained by performing secure seal, closure torque, can seam checks, and/or any other requirements required by the customer or the company.
Stop any production which may be questionable in terms of Food Safety and immediately alert a member of the management team.
Maintain accurate, legible records of all tests and retests performed.
Complete all other required reports (work orders, action reports, etc.) in a timely manner.
Perform analytical tests required to qualify ingredient batches for production.
Perform production line checks at specified intervals.
Ensure accurate test results by maintaining proper operation and calibration of laboratory equipment.
Maintain laboratory cleanliness at all times.
Report all out of specification results to designated leadership.
Complete special projects and other reasonable duties as assigned by leadership.