Quality Tech

Refresco•Wilson, NC

13d•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. Their products are distributed worldwide from production sites in Europe, North America, and Australia. The company ethos is centered around continuous improvement, innovation, and seeking out new challenges. The Quality Technician role is responsible for overseeing day-to-day quality operations for production lines, including the implementation and monitoring of food safety, food quality, sanitation, and batching systems to ensure compliance with company objectives and regulatory requirements. This position reports to the Quality Supervisor.

Requirements

Working knowledge of Excel, Word, and SAP preferred.
Exposure to using measurement tools and equipment (e.g., calipers, micrometers, CMM machines) preferred.
Organized and detail oriented, adaptable to change.
High level of precision and accuracy in inspection and testing processes.
Familiarity with SQF, SAP, Six Sigma, GMP, and other relevant standards and regulations.
Understanding of Food Safety Requirements.
Able to read and understand metric system.
Food or beverage laboratory experience preferred.
Highschool diploma or equivalent.
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.

Nice To Haves

Working knowledge of Excel, Word, and SAP.
Exposure to using measurement tools and equipment (e.g., calipers, micrometers, CMM machines).
Food or beverage laboratory experience.

Responsibilities

Adhere to all health and safety policies/procedures, Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs) and wear the required personal protective equipment (PPE).
Responsible to adhere to food quality and food safety as per the standard(s) provided by corporate, customer, and/or governing bodies (ex. SQF).
Ensure all products conform to the customer specifications as outlined in 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.