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Our vision is both simple and ambitious: to put our drinks on every table. We are the leading global independent beverage solutions provider, serving a broad range of national and international retailers as well as Global, National and Emerging (GNE) brands. Our products are distributed worldwide from production sites in Europe, North America, and Australia. Although our branding may not appear on the labels of the beverages we produce, you are likely sipping one of our drinks right now.

We are constantly improving, and this drive keeps us at the top of our game. We are solutions‑based, innovative, and we seek new challenges to conquer. This is our ethos and that of our people:
Refresco is at the cutting edge of a fast‑moving industry because we have passionate people pushing the boundaries of what’s best.

How would you put our drinks on every table?

Contractual hourly wage rate is $23.75 per hour – additional $0.20 per hour for 2nd and 3rd shift allowance.

• Adhere to all health and safety policies/procedures, Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs) and wear the required personal protective equipment (PPE) while in the warehouse or production areas.
• Responsible for adhering to food quality and food safety as per the standard(s) provided by corporate, customer, and/or governing bodies (ex. SQF).
• Ensure all products conform to the customer specifications as outlined in SAP system.
• Perform analysis on raw materials, finished batches, treated water and/or any other programmed outlines by the department.
• Conduct chemical and physical analysis on raw and intermediate processing materials including packaging materials and determine status of materials as acceptable or unacceptable.
• Evaluate finished products against current standards by performing audits to monitor all aspects of finished product and packaging integrity.
• Check process control parameters to assure proper equipment application and operation is being maintained by performing secure seal, closure torque, can seam checks, and/or any other requirements required by the customer or the company.
• Stop any production which may be questionable in terms of Food Safety and immediately alert a member of the management team.
• Maintain accurate, legible records of all tests and re‑tests performed. Complete all other required reports (work orders, action reports, etc.) in a timely manner.
• Perform analytical tests required to qualify ingredient batches for production.
• Perform production line checks at specified intervals.
• Ensure accurate test results by maintaining proper operation and calibration of laboratory equipment.
• Maintain laboratory cleanliness at all times.
• Report all out of specification results to designated leadership.
• Complete special projects and other reasonable duties as assigned by leadership.

• Working knowledge of Excel, Word, and SAP preferred.
• Exposure to using measurement tools and equipment (e.g., calipers, micrometers, CMM machines) preferred.
• Organized and detail oriented, adaptable to change.
• High level of precision and accuracy in inspection and testing processes.
• Familiarity with SQF, SAP, Six Sigma, GMP, and other relevant standards and regulations.
• Understanding of Food Safety Requirements.
• Able to read and understand metric system.
• Food or beverage laboratory experience preferred.

• Technical:
  Skilled in maintaining accurate and detailed records of inspections and tests.
• Integrity:
  Commitment to maintaining high ethical standards in all quality assurance activities.
• Adaptability:
  Flexibility to adapt to changing production environments and requirements.
• Communication:
  Clear and concise communication with production staff and management.

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 1 – 3 years of experience in Quality within a manufacturing environment preferred.
• In plants co‑packaging alcoholic beverages, must be at least 21 years old.

• Work Schedule:
  
  Weekdays, weekends, afternoon, evening, and overnight may be required. Overtime scheduled as…