Quality Technician

Keurig Dr Pepper•Columbus, OH

13d•Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking a Quality Technician III to join our team and support the plant’s Food Safety and Quality Assurance programs. This role is responsible for performing validation and verification activities during the shift and ensuring adherence to the Food Safety Management System in collaboration with Quality, Operations, and Maintenance teams.

Requirements

Better Process Control School certified
Completed Lean Six Sigma (Yellow, White, and Lean Belt)
AIB Food Sanitation certified
HACCP/HARPC Training course or workshop completed
Associate or bachelor’s degree in a science or technical field (preferred)
Minimum 5 years of experience in a food, beverage, or pharmaceutical manufacturing environment
Strong knowledge of FDA regulations, GMPs, and HACCP/HARPC
Proficient in Microsoft Office applications
Ability to lift up to 50 lbs frequently
Frequent kneeling, squatting, bending, twisting, and overhead reaching
Ability to stand for long periods on the manufacturing floor
Willingness to work in multiple departments and extended/flexible hours as needed

Responsibilities

Uphold and promote a safety-first culture in all activities
Conduct line audits and review documentation with comprehensive knowledge of production lines
Apply expert knowledge of quality procedures and plant-wide standards
Work independently with a high degree of initiative and professionalism
Train and mentor junior quality technicians in a collaborative environment
Lead and resolve quality issues with sound decision-making, balancing product integrity and financial impact
Communicate effectively with vendors regarding quality concerns
Assess substandard batches and determine appropriate corrective actions
Lead VMS audits and support QA aspects of plant trials