It is an exciting time at Fortress Nutrition! As we continue to grow rapidly, we are looking for motivated self-starters who want to contribute to the success of our new team, achieve personal growth, develop a meaningful career and celebrate wins in a team focused environment. If you have a passion for quality and the food & beverage industry, and enjoy working in a dynamic, fast-paced production environment, we strongly encourage you to apply today!

Job Summary: Working as part of the Quality team and under the supervision of the Quality Supervisor, the Quality Technician (Canning/Beverage Operations) is responsible for supporting the day-to-day quality and production related activities on our 2nd shift high-speed canning/beverage lines.

Standard Schedule: Monday-Friday; 2:00pm-10:30pm, OT as needed (12:30am) and 1 mandatory Saturday shift per month.

What You’ll Do:

• Perform quality control testing and execute basic routine quality assessments of raw materials, in-process, and finished processed goods.
• Collect samples for shipments to third-party laboratories.
• Perform routine calibrations of laboratory instrumentation; maintain instrument health.
• Communicate quality data and provide quality guidance to internal customers.
• Ensure all quality documents (MMRs, Cleaning Logs, Test Records, etc.) are properly completed in real time with strict attention-to-detail following Good Documentation Practices (GDPs) for accuracy and consistency.
• Provide support as needed during audits by regulatory and third-party certifying bodies.
• Conduct and coordinate facility environmental testing as part of the Internal Environmental Monitoring Program.
• Maintain an organized and clean quality laboratory and replenish inventory as needed.
• Assist with company programs and initiatives, such as Fortress Nutrition’s Calibration Program and customer complaint investigation.
• Execute all tasks with sense of urgency and flexibility as required to meet production needs.
• Adhere to safe work practices, follow GMPs and maintain sanitary conditions to ensure that equipment and product quality is maintained at all times.
• Cross-train with Quality Technician team to ensure consistent coverage and to avoid business/operational interruptions.
• Perform all other duties as assigned.

What We’re Looking For:

• HS Diploma or equivalent is required; Post-secondary education, training is preferred
• 2 years of demonstrated success in a Quality Control role is required
• 2 years of lab experience working with various instrumentation, including but not limited to auto titrators, pH meters, Brix and density is strongly desired
• Prior experience working in a food, dietary or pharmaceutical supplement manufacturing, or related manufacturing industry is strongly desired
• Must be flexible to work overtime as needed to cover gaps in shift handoff
• Must be able to work under minimal supervision while staying on task, adapting to changes in priorities, and demonstrating strong sense of urgency
• Proficient user of Microsoft Outlook and Microsoft Suite Programs
• Ability to communicate effectively and timely with operation personnel and leadership
• Great problem-solver with the ability to work both independently and collaboratively with others
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with multiple deadlines and priorities
• Ability to use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; converse and listen; sit, stand and walk for long periods of time (up to 10 hours in one shift)
• Occasionally required to lift, carry, move, push or pull materials, product or equipment weighing up to 50lbs

Why Fortress Nutrition – Check out our Benefits & Perks!!

• Paid Time Off (PTO) Package
• 8 Paid Holidays
• Double Time Pay For 50 Hours Per Week!
• Comprehensive Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
• HSA Plan Option with Quarterly Company Contribution
• Company Paid Life & AD&D Insurance & Short- and Long-Term Disability Insurance
• 401(K) Plan with Company Match & Aggressive ROI
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Assistance Program
• $1,000 Referral Bonus – Uncapped!
• …and more!!!

To apply for this position, please send your resume directly to careers@fortressllc.com.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $26.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Vision insurance

Experience level:

• 2 years

Schedule:

• 10 hour shift
• 12 hour shift
• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday
• Overtime
• Weekends as needed

Work setting:

• Food Processing Plant
• In-person

Experience:

• Manufacturing: 2 years (Required)

Ability to Commute:

• New Berlin, WI 53151 (Required)

Work Location: In person