Quality Tech - 2nd shift

Refresco Careers•Modesto, CA

10h•Onsite

About The Position

The Quality Tech performs quality and food-safety testing and inspection in a fast-paced beverage production plant. The role analyzes raw materials, finished batches, treated water, ingredients, and packaging; checks finished products against customer specifications and current standards; and monitors production processes and packaging integrity. The Quality Tech maintains laboratory equipment and records, reports out-of-specification results, and may stop production when food safety is in question. The position works on the 2nd shift. Work may take place on weekdays, weekends, afternoons, evenings, or overnight, and overtime may be scheduled as needed. The environment is structured and supervised, with moving equipment, noise requiring hearing protection, and potentially hot or cold temperatures; the laboratory is temperature controlled. No travel is anticipated. Pay is $20.51–$25.63 per hour, depending on education and experience, with eligibility for performance-based bonuses. The position is non-exempt.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
One to three years of experience in Quality within a manufacturing environment is preferred.
Understanding of food safety requirements.
Ability to read and understand the metric system.
High level of precision and accuracy in inspection and testing processes.
Organized, detail-oriented, and adaptable to change.
Ability to maintain accurate and detailed inspection and test records.
Commitment to ethical standards in quality assurance activities.
Clear and concise communication with production staff and management.
For plants co-packaging alcoholic beverages, applicants must be at least 21 years old.

Nice To Haves

Working knowledge of Excel, Word, and SAP.
Experience using measurement tools and equipment such as calipers, micrometers, and CMM machines.
Familiarity with SQF, SAP, Six Sigma, GMP, and other relevant standards and regulations.
Food or beverage laboratory experience.

Responsibilities

Follow health and safety policies, Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs), and personal protective equipment requirements in warehouse and production areas.
Follow food quality and food safety standards established by the company, customers, and governing bodies, such as SQF.
Ensure products meet customer specifications listed in SAP.
Perform analyses on raw materials, finished batches, treated water, and other items specified by the department.
Conduct chemical and physical analyses of raw and intermediate materials, including packaging, and determine whether materials are acceptable.
Audit finished products against current standards, including product and packaging integrity.
Check process-control parameters and equipment operation, including secure seals, closure torque, and can seams, as required.
Stop production when food safety is questionable and immediately notify management.
Maintain accurate, legible records of tests and retests, and complete required reports in a timely manner.
Perform analytical tests to qualify ingredient batches for production.
Perform production-line checks at specified intervals.
Maintain proper operation and calibration of laboratory equipment to ensure accurate results.
Maintain laboratory cleanliness.
Report out-of-specification results to designated leadership.
Complete special projects and other reasonable duties assigned by leadership.

Benefits

Performance-based bonuses based on company objectives.
Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
Health Savings Accounts and Flexible Spending Accounts.
Life and AD&D insurance, critical illness, hospital indemnity, and accident insurance.
Short-term and long-term disability insurance.
Pet insurance.
Legal benefits.
401(k) savings plan with company match.
12 paid holidays.
5 vacation days and paid sick time off days in accordance with applicable law.
Well-being benefit, discount, and total reward programs.