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Quality Assurance Technician

Contract-to-Hire or Direct Hire (for the right candidate)

Shift: 6:00 PM – 6:30 AM | 2-2-3 Schedule (Alternating weekends)

Position Overview

The Quality Assurance Technician is responsible for conducting quality audits of beverage production to ensure product integrity and compliance with company, customer, and regulatory standards. This role supports food safety and quality systems, performs analytical testing, and serves as a quality resource for production and cross-functional teams in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Benefits

Medical benefits eligible the first of the month following 28 days of employment

All other benefits eligible the first of the month following 90 days of employment

401(k)

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

Paid Time Off

Key Responsibilities

+ Follow all safety procedures and maintain Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs) at all times

+ Perform routine quality testing using lab equipment including HPLC, refractometer, pH meter, densitometer, Zahm Nagel, water bath, calibrated thermometers, and related instrumentation

+ Conduct qualitative and quantitative testing of beverages, syrups, water, and raw materials throughout the production process

+ Verify Brix, pH, acidity, color, flavor, fill levels, and weights; perform caffeine, sorbic acid, and benzoic acid testing

+ Perform line checks, packaging audits, allergen testing, ATP swabbing, and container/packaging inspections

+ Collect and manage retention samples and ensure proper hold and disposition of nonconforming products

+ Enter analytical results accurately into data collection systems and promptly report deviations

+ Participate in FSMA, SQF, Kosher, Organic, and third-party audits

+ Support Quality Management System and Food Safety initiatives

+ Train and support QA Technicians as needed

+ Maintain clean and organized lab and production areas

+ Work scheduled shifts, weekends, and extended hours as required

Qualifications and Experience

+ High School Diploma or GED required

+ Bachelor’s degree in a science-related field preferred

+ One or more years of relevant experience, preferably in a manufacturing or food or beverage environment

+ Familiarity with lab safety practices and handling hazardous materials

+ Strong attention to detail, organizational, and documentation skills

+ Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment

+ Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and Word

+ English proficiency required; Spanish is a plus

Skills and Competencies

+ Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

+ Ability to interpret technical procedures and data

+ Effective written and verbal communication skills

+ Proactive, dependable, and adaptable

+ Strong work ethic with the ability to prioritize and multitask

Physical Requirements

+ Regular standing, walking, stooping, kneeling, and squatting

+ Ability to lift up to 50 pounds occasionally

+ Requires close vision and ability to adjust focus

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