Technician I, Quality

DrinkPAK • Prior Lake, MN

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Quality Technician I is responsible for performing routine inspections, testing, and quality checks on raw materials, in-process production, and finished goods to ensure compliance with company and regulatory standards. This entry-level role supports quality assurance and continuous improvement initiatives to maintain product integrity and customer satisfaction.

Requirements

• High school diploma or Graduate Equivalency Diploma required.
• 1-3 years experience in a food or beverage manufacturing environment. Prior experience with quality testing, food safety, or lab work is a plus.
• Working knowledge of Good Manufacturing Practices, Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Points, and food safety regulations.
• Familiarity with sanitation, microbiological, or analytical testing procedures is preferred.
• Knowledge of beverage processing or bottling operations is helpful.
• Ability to conduct physical, chemical, or sensory tests (e.g., pH, Brix, CO₂ levels, visual checks).
• Use of standard lab and quality equipment (e.g., scales, thermometers, refractometers, pH meters).
• Basic proficiency with Microsoft Excel and data entry systems.
• Ability to complete accurate quality records, logs, and reports.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to follow precise procedures.
• Good communication and teamwork skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced production environment.
• Flexibility to work rotating shifts, weekends, and holidays as needed.
• Ability to stand for extended periods and lift up to 50 lbs.
• Knowledge and experience of Global Food Safety Initiative audit schemes
• Excellent communication skills and a team player
• Understanding of government regulations in relation to food processing
• Ability to read and communicate in English

Nice To Haves

• Associate degree in Food Science, Chemistry, Biology, or related field preferred.
• Certified Preventive Controls Qualified Individual (PCQI) and Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Points (HACCP) preferred
• Familiarity with sanitation, microbiological, or analytical testing procedures is preferred.
• Knowledge of beverage processing or bottling operations is helpful.
• 1-3 years experience in a food or beverage manufacturing environment. Prior experience with quality testing, food safety, or lab work is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Ensure GMP and food safety requirements and policies are implemented and respected
• Capable of implementing and coordinating food safety programs (HACCP, Environmental Monitoring, Pest Management, Raw Material, and Finished Product Sampling Plan) for DrinkPAK
• Certified Preventive Controls Qualified Individual (PCQI) and Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Points (HACCP) preferred
• Support the implementation of corrective actions associated with Identified gaps (both internal and external)
• Ensure data is entered into the QMS accurately and in a timely manner
• Ensure the correct transactions in QMS are conducted and completed as required (releases, blocks, returns)
• Issue Certificate of Analysis to customers and keep record of the history of recorded analysis results
• Verification of customer documentation requirements for products being supplied from the facility, including bills of lading, packing lists, delivery notes, and quality certificates
• Work closely with Supply Chain to ensure incoming ingredients, chemicals, and packaging materials are sampled, inspected, and approved for use in the production facility
• Provide support to correct key food safety complaints
• Continuous improvement of Quality Culture
• Collect, test, and report results in process Brix, pH, and Titratable Acids and other in-process analyses to ensure they fall within specification ranges.
• Assist in implementing and maintaining the SQF Food Safety and Quality systems.

Benefits

• 100% PPO medical, dental, and vision insurance for our employees, 50% for their dependents, paid by the Company
• A cell phone stipend
• 401(k) match program, pet insurance, life insurance, and more

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED