Quality Technician (Days)

Niagara Bottling•Jacksonville, FL

22d

About The Position

The Quality Technician is responsible for carrying out corporate and plant-specific food safety, quality, and laboratory requirements. The position reports to the QA Manager. If the Quality Assurance Technician is absent, the QA Manager or a designate assumes the job duties. The role works a rotating 12-hour schedule, on days or nights, in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Requirements

Must read, write, and communicate in English.
Must have full professional proficiency in a foreign language, as stated in the posting.
Must be able to work a rotating 12-hour shift, days or nights.
Must follow GMP policy, including wearing the company-issued shirt, hat, safety glasses, earplugs, and hairnet in production areas.
Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs.
Must be able to work under pressure in a very fast-paced environment.
Minimum education: High School Diploma.

Nice To Haves

Two years of experience in the field or a similar manufacturing environment.
Two years of experience in the position.
Two years of experience managing people or projects.
Experience may include a combination of work experience and education.
Associate's Degree.
HACCP certification.

Responsibilities

Ensure food safety and quality parameters are followed and maintained throughout the facility.
Assist with batching chemicals and ingredients for production.
Calibrate laboratory and line equipment to ensure accurate results.
Collect in-process and finished-product samples.
Conduct standardized qualitative and quantitative testing to verify products meet specifications.
Perform aseptic testing for microbial contamination.
Document testing results according to protocols.
Recognize deficiencies and initiate appropriate follow-up.
Identify and isolate products that do not meet standards.
Assist with troubleshooting deficiencies and non-conformances.
Review food safety and quality records.
Actively participate in plant teams, including HACCP and Safety teams.
Perform other duties as assigned by management.

Benefits

Paid time off for holidays, sick time, and vacation time.
Paid parental and caregiver leaves.
Medical coverage, including virtual care options.
Dental coverage.
Vision coverage.
401(k) with company match.
Health Savings Account with company match.
Flexible Spending Accounts.
Expanded mental wellbeing benefits, including free counseling sessions for team members and household family members.
Family Building Benefits, including enhanced fertility benefits for IVF and fertility preservation, plus adoption, surrogacy, and Doula reimbursements.
Income protection, including Life and AD&D, short- and long-term disability, critical illness, and an accident plan.
Special discount programs, including pet plans, pre-paid legal services, identity theft, car rental, and airport parking.
Tuition reimbursement, college savings plan, and scholarship opportunities.