Plant Quality Technician

Niagara Bottling, LLC; Stockton; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Plant Quality Technician to join their dynamic team. This role focuses on ensuring the highest standards of food safety and quality in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. You will be responsible for conducting various tests, calibrating equipment, and collaborating with teams to maintain compliance with safety protocols. If you are passionate about quality assurance and thrive in a collaborative setting, this opportunity offers a chance to make a significant impact while developing your career in the food and beverage industry.

Benefits

Competitive Compensation

Health Benefits

Career Development Opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience in food safety and quality assurance in a manufacturing environment.
• Ability to work under pressure and follow GMP policies.

Responsibilities

• Ensure adherence to food safety and quality standards.
• Conduct testing and document results accurately.
• Collaborate with plant teams on safety and quality initiatives.

Skills

Food Safety Compliance

Quality Assurance

Laboratory Testing

Chemical Batching

Aseptic Testing

Education

High School Diploma

Associate's Degree

Tools

Laboratory Equipment

Quality Control Software

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.
• To develop lasting relationships with great people.
• 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 products that do 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 the 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 oneself 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

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 applicable laws.