Summary
Must be able to work any shift: first 7am-3pm, second 3pm-11pm or third 11pm-7pm.
Assist the Quality Assurance Supervisor in overseeing the operation of Lab and blending /batching personnel.
Responsibilities
- Facilitate scheduling functions in both Lab and Blending.
- Weekly micro plating and reading for the subject areas.
- Assure integrity of all laboratory testing, product quality, and syrup batching.
- Conduct package quality inspection and quality audits to ensure that processes are effective and efficient as well as compliant.
- Serve as primary trainer for QA and other departments regarding quality issues.
- Receive and test CO2 and all raw materials prior to production process.
- Maintain highest possible housekeeping standards to prevent microbial contamination.
- Facilitate GMP / Food Safety programs.
- Ensure that all concentrate, beverage bases, and HFCS are ordered for production.
- Ensure that all laboratory supplies, and personal protective equipment are adequate and available as needed.
- Must understand all laboratories, water treatment and syrup room and sanitation duties.
- Ensure all reporting is accurate and on time.
- Other duties as deemed necessary by management.
- Support management system efforts such as document control, audits, records, and continual improvement.
Qualifications
- High School Diploma or GED required.
- Bachelor’s degree in science related field preferred.
- 1-3 years prior production/manufacturing experience OR 2+ years’ relevant lab technician experience.
- Food/beverage industry experience a plus.
- Demonstrated attention to detail and accuracy.
- Strong analytical skills.
- Ability to read, write and keep records.
- Good computer skills including literacy with Excel and Word.
- Familiarity with lab safety and handling of hazardous materials