Quality Tech- Back End

Overview

Refresco is a leading global independent beverage solutions provider serving retailers and brands worldwide.

• Adhere to health and safety policies, Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs), and wear required personal protective equipment (PPE) in warehouse or production areas.
• Maintain food quality and safety in accordance with corporate, customer, and governing standards (e.g., SQF).
• Ensure all products meet customer specifications as outlined in the SAP system.
• Perform analysis on raw materials, finished batches, treated water, and other programmed items.
• Conduct chemical and physical analysis on raw and intermediate processing materials, including packaging, and determine acceptance status.
• Evaluate finished products against current standards by performing audits to monitor product and packaging integrity.
• Check process control parameters to assure proper equipment operation, performing seal checks, torque checks, and other customer or company requirements.
• Stop questionable production affecting Food Safety and alert management immediately.
• Maintain accurate, legible records of all tests and retests; complete reports (work orders, action reports, etc.) timely.
• Perform analytical tests required to qualify ingredient batches for production.
• Conduct production line checks at specified intervals.
• Ensure accurate test results by maintaining proper operation and calibration of laboratory equipment.
• Keep laboratory clean at all times.
• Report out‑of‑specification results to designated leadership.
• Complete special projects and other reasonable duties assigned by leadership.

• Working knowledge of Excel, Word, and SAP.
• Experience using measurement tools and equipment (e.g., calipers, micrometers, CMM machines).
• Organized, detail oriented, and adaptable to change.
• High precision and accuracy in inspection and testing processes.
• Familiarity with SQF, SAP, Six Sigma, GMP, and related standards and regulations.
• Understanding of Food Safety Requirements.
• Ability 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 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.
• Must be at least 21 years old when working in plants that co‑package alcoholic beverages.

• Work Schedule:
  
  Weekdays, weekends, afternoon, evening, and overnight may be required. Overtime scheduled as needed.
• Work Environment:
  Fast‑paced production plant with moving parts. Noise levels require hearing protection; temperatures can be very hot or relatively cold. Laboratory is temperature controlled.

• 0% travel anticipated.

• Stand or sit for extended periods.
• Stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl occasionally.
• Lift up to 50 lbs. (minimum 5 lbs).
• Carry weight and lift frequently.
• Walking and driving as required.
• Climb stairs/ladders and balance regularly.
• Visual and sensory attention required; mental stress due to deadlines, production quotas, and accuracy demands.

This job description is not exhaustive; duties may change or new responsibilities may be assigned without notice.

• Medical/dental/vision insurance
• Life insurance
• 401(k) savings plan with company match
• Paid holidays and vacation
• Well‑being benefits
• Discount programs

Refresco is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national orientation, sexual orientation, age, marital status, disability, gender identity, gender expression, Veteran status, or any other classification protected by federal, state, or local law.