Plant Quality Technician

Niagara Bottling; Stockton; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Niagara Bottling is seeking a Plant Quality Technician to maintain high food safety and quality standards. The role involves monitoring and testing products, ensuring compliance with protocols, and collaborating in team environments. Ideal candidates have a strong background in quality assurance and are ready to work in a dynamic pace.

Benefits

Competitive compensation

Benefits packages

Qualifications

• 0 years experience in a field or similar manufacturing environment.
• Able to lift up to 50 lbs and work under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Ensure food safety and quality standards are met.
• Collect and assess product samples.
• Assist with chemical batching for production.

Skills

Communication

Adaptability

Problem-solving

Education

High School Diploma

Associate's Degree

Job description

At Niagara, we’re looking for Team Members who want to be part of achieving our mission to provide our customers with the highest quality, most affordable bottled water.

Consider applying here if you want to:

• Work in an entrepreneurial and dynamic environment with a chance to make an impact.
• Develop lasting relationships with great people.
• Have the opportunity to build a satisfying career.

We offer competitive compensation and benefits packages for our Team Members.

Plant Quality Technician

Responsible for executing corporate and plant-specific Food Safety, Quality, and Laboratory requirements. The QA Technician reports to the QA Manager. In the absence of the Quality Assurance Technician, the QA Manager or designate will assume the job duties.

Essential Functions

• Ensure all parameters of food safety and quality are being adhered to and maintained throughout the facility.
• Assist with batching chemicals/ingredients for production.
• Calibrate lab and line equipment for accurate results.
• Collect in-process and finished product samples.
• Conduct standardized qualitative and quantitative testing to ensure it meets specifications.
• Perform aseptic testing for microbial contamination.
• Follow protocols for documenting testing results.
• Recognize deficiencies and initiate proper follow-up.
• Identify and isolate product that does not meet standards.
• Aid in troubleshooting deficiencies and non-conformances.
• Review food safety and quality records.
• Actively participate in plant teams (HACCP, Safety, etc.)
• Conduct other duties as assigned by management.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications:

• 0 Years – Experience in Field or similar manufacturing environment
• 0 Years – Experience in Position
• 0 Years – Experience managing people/projects

*experience may include a combination of work experience and education

• Must read, write, and communicate in English.
• Must be able to work 12-hour shifts (days or nights) on a rotating schedule.
• Must follow GMP Policy - wear company-issued shirt, hat, safety glasses, earplugs, and hairnet in production areas.
• Able to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Able to work under pressure in a very fast-paced environment.

Preferred Qualifications:

• 2 Years– Experience in Field or similar manufacturing environment
• 2 Years – Experience working in Position
• 2 Years – Experience managing people/projects

*experience may include a combination of work experience and education

Competencies

This position embodies the values of Niagara’s LIFE competency model, focusing on the following key drivers of success:

• Lead Like an Owner
  • Makes safety the number one priority
  • Keeps alert for safety issues and escalates immediately
  • Effectively prioritizes tasks based on department goals
  • Shows respect to others and confronts interpersonal issues directly
  • Prioritizes resolution of customer issues effectively
  • Responds promptly and honors commitments to internal and external customers
• InnovACT
  • Makes recommendations to continuously improve policies, methods, procedures, and/or products
  • Demonstrates adaptability by reacting appropriately to unexpected changes in situations or circumstances
  • Increases performance through greater efficiency
• Find a Way
  • Seeks to develop technical knowledge through learning from other experts
  • Understands interdepartmental impact of individual decisions and actions
  • Seeks solutions rather than placing blame
• Empowered to be Great
  • Consistently looks for ways to improve one’s self through growth and development opportunities
  • Communicates clearly and promptly up, down, and across
  • Communicates effectively to manage expectations

Education

• Minimum Required: High School Diploma

• Preferred: Associate's Degree

Certification/License:

• Required: N/A
• Preferred: HACCP

Foreign Language

• Required: Full Professional Proficiency
• Preferred: None Required

Typical Compensation Range

Pay Rate Type: Hourly $22.95 - $30.41 / Hourly

Benefits

https://careers.niagarawater.com/us/en/benefits

* *Los Angeles County applicants only** Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers, the California Fair Chance Act, and any other applicable local and state laws.

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