What are the responsibilities and job description for the Quality Technician I (Night Shift) position at DrinkPAK I, LLC?
Power your Thirst for More at DrinkPAK, where we revolutionize beverage manufacturing, driven by automation and sustainability. Together, through grit and innovation, we break new ground in record time by acquiring the most advanced technology and attracting the brightest talent. Our explosive growth and journey through uncharted territories offers unique career opportunities enabling passionate individuals to reach their full potential. To support our teams, we offer enriching lifestyle accounts, comprehensive benefits, formal development programs, and an energizing environment. Drive your success at DrinkPAK, where we refresh, hydrate and nourish the world and our employees alike.
California.
BENEFITS: The well-being of our team members and their families is critically important to us. As part of this commitment, we offer:
PPO medical, dental, and vision insurance for our employees AND their dependents, 100% paid by the Company
A cell phone stipend
Annual discretionary bonus
401(k) match program, pet insurance, life insurance, and more
- 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 HazardAnalysis 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.
Please note this job description is not designed to contain a
comprehensive list of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required
of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may
change at any time with or without prior notice.
QUALIFICATIONS
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Bachelor’s Degree in Food Science or related field (Biology,
Microbiology, Food Microbiology, etc.) - Minimum of 3 years’ experience as QA/QC in the Beverage industry
- Bilingual (English & Spanish) is preferred
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Knowledge of HACCP, GMPs, Environmental Monitoring, and
microbiological testing - Knowledge and experience of GFSI audit schemes
- Excellent communication skills and a team player
- Strong leadership abilities
- Understanding of government regulations in relation to food processing
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Strong personal computer skills i.e. Word, Excel, PowerPoint, WHS
systems - Willing to work weekend and evening shifts as required
ABOUT DRINKPAK
DrinkPAK is the premiere contract manufacturer of aluminum canned beverages in North America. The Company manufactures and distributes billions of cans of product for the most prominent global beverage brands. With 1.4 million square feet of production and warehousing space in California and nearly 3 million square feet under construction in Texas, DrinkPAK supports procurement, purchasing, batching, filling, packaging, and warehousing activities for both large, complex organizations as well as high-growth emerging brands. The Company is committed to providing world-class customer service through technology, flexibility, and industry-leading talent.
OUR VALUES
Our company’s culture is guided by our shared values of Speed, Intensity, and Purpose. These values are demonstrated in the following ways among our Managers and above:
Speed: Promptly identify and address potential issues or opportunities and be proactive in seeking solutions. Quickly consider the available information and weigh the risks and benefits to avoid unnecessary delays.
Intensity: Embrace a growth mindset and recover from failures quickly, using them as opportunities to learn and improve. Focus on achieving measurable results and delivering value to the organization.
Purpose: Set a positive example by demonstrating a strong work ethic, professionalism, and a commitment to our values. Create an environment where teamwork and collaboration are valued by encouraging cross-functional collaboration and knowledge sharing among team members.
WORKING CONDITIONS
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must
be met by an employee to perform the essential functions of successfully
this job.
Should be able to work in environments with variable noise levels,
lighting conditions and temperature variation and able to access all
areas of building without limitations.The employee is frequently required to reach with hands and arms
above the head and below the waist.Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision,
distance vision, peripheral vision, and ability to adjust focus.The employee is occasionally required to stand, walk, sit, climb or
balance and stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl for 10-12 hours.Be able to lift and carry up to 50lbs
