Quality Control Technician

Have you ever enjoyed Coca-Cola, Power Ade, Body Armor, or Monster Energy or perhaps sipped on a Gold Peak Tea, Smart Water or Minute Maid Juice? If the answer is yes, then you know the Chesterman Company! We are an independent Coca-Cola Bottler with our corporate office located in Sioux City, Iowa. We have been making quality beverages for the Midwest since 1872 and supplying them from 14 distribution centers across Iowa, Nebraska, and South Dakota.

Position Summary:

To ensure that the overall quality of the beverage meets franchiser standards.

Duties/Responsibilities:

Must be familiar with laboratory equipment, execute testing procedures correctly, and document all test results.

This position performs daily quality control testing to ensure a quality product is being consistently produced at all times

Performs a variety of routine testing pertaining to carbonated soft drinks and packaged water, including: carbonation, brix, pH, titration, sensory testing, weight of cans/bottles, tasting of product for conformity and more Inspect cans for date codes, packaging, dents, scratches, and punctures to ensure they are acceptable

Technician can troubleshoot inconsistencies with equipment

Technician ensures accuracy of all measuring devices, including their calibration

Performs microbiological analysis of products, water, and environment with sterile techniques

Performs surface testing to ensure sanitary practices

Able to record data correctly and enter the information into the internal database

Able to react to change productively and handle other essential tasks as assigned

Education/

Experience:

High-School Diploma/GEDMust be 18 years of age Prior laboratory experience and/or Education in Biology/Microbiology preferred

Quality/Food Safety Training preferred

Required Skills/Abilities:

Computer

Skills:

Microsoft Applications Communication Skills Dexterity Skills Problem Solving Skills Analytical Skills Must be able to multitask and utilize time efficiently

Detail oriented

Must be able to read, speak, and write in English to be able to communicate with supervisor and co-workers and to operate equipment.

Work Environment:
Works in a laboratory area in a production environment. Ear protection is required in production areas. Must wear hair/beard net in designated areas. Jewelry is not allowed in Quality Control Department.

Physical Requirements:

Visual and auditory abilities required to perform the job duties including color vision.

Frequent standing

Occasional walking & sitting

Ability to push/pull