Technician I, Quality

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.

Base Hourly Compensation Range: $30 - $32

SHIFT:
Must be willing to work either day and/or night shift; 12 hours per day, 2/2/3 Schedule POSITION

DESCRIPTION:

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.

BENEFITS:
The well-being of our team members is critically important to us. As part of this commitment, we offer:100% PPO medical, dental, and vision insurance for our employees, 50% for their dependents, paid by the CompanyA cell phone stipend
401(k) match program, pet insurance, life insurance, and more

LOCATION:

The position is based at DrinkPAK’s Beverage Manufacturing Facility in Fort Worth, Texas.

TYPE:
Full-Time, Regular.

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 DrinkPAKCertified 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.

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 High school diploma or Graduate Equivalency Diploma required.

Associate degree in Food Science, Chemistry, Biology, or related field preferred.

At least 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…