Quality Technician III; Utility

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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. We serve a broad range of national and international retailers as well as Global, National and Emerging (GNE) brands. Our products are distributed worldwide from our production sites in Europe, North America, and Australia. Although our own branding may not appear on the labels of the beverages we produce, there is a good chance you are reading this while sipping one of our drinks.

Our ambition is to continually improve and it’s what keeps us at the top of our game. We are solutions‑based, innovative and always seeking new challenges to conquer. This is our company ethos—and it’s shared by our people. Refresco sits at the cutting edge of a fast‑moving industry because we have passionate people pushing the boundaries of what’s best.

Shift: 7:00 pm – 7:30 am (2‑2‑3 Schedule)

• Adhere to all health and safety policies, GMPs and wear required PPE while in warehouse or production areas (includes hairnets, safety glasses, hearing protection, hard‑toed shoes, gloves, seatbelts while operating forklifts).
• Responsible for food quality and safety as per standards provided by corporate, customers and governing bodies (e.g., SQF).
• Ensure all products run conform to customer specifications as outlined in SAP and conduct analysis on raw deliveries, finished batches and treated water.
• 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.
• Investigate all out‑of‑specification conditions and make recommendations for corrective action and document results.
• Enter data into and confirm batches in SAP.
• Check process control parameters to assure proper equipment application and operation is being maintained by performing secure seal, closure torque and seaming checks.
• Effectively perform BBSO audits and provide feedback to observed employees.
• Can send professional emails as required to provide effective communication to all levels of the organization.
  
  Understands how to generate a Process Order (COR1) and print batch sheet in emergency situations with Manager approval.
  
  Able to train coworkers up to Tier II skill level and actively participate in training of new techs using SOPs and training matrix to track progress.
• Knowledgeable of department KPIs and can clearly communicate continuous improvement opportunities in all QA processes.
• Performs Root Cause Analysis and Reporting.
• 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 retests 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.
• Has demonstrated Tier II skills sustained at an acceptable level with limited supervision.

• Working knowledge of Excel, Word, and SAP.
• Exposure to using measurement tools and equipment (e.g., calipers, micrometers, CMM machines) preferred.
• Organized, detail‑oriented and adaptable to change.
• Ability to apply statistical methods to analyze data and identify trends.
• High level of precision and accuracy in inspection and testing processes.
• Familiarity with ISO, Six Sigma, GMP and other relevant standards and regulations.
• Understanding of Food Safety Requirements.
• Able to read and understand metric system.
• Prior inspection experience in a laboratory setting.

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