3rd Shift Plant Quality Assurance Technician

Coca-Cola; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 54,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

The Coca-Cola Company, Coca-Cola North America, seeks a Plant Quality Assurance Technician for 3rd shift in Columbus, OH. You will perform quality testing on syrups, packaging, and raw materials to ensure compliance with company standards and customer expectations.

You will operate wet chemistry techniques and instruments, document results, and collaborate with production teams to address issues and drive continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• High school diploma; associate or bachelor in Food Science, Chemistry, Biology, or Microbiology preferred.
• Specialized training in HACCP, GMP, or food safety systems highly desirable.
• Ability to move and lift up to 60 lbs and work extended hours including weekends and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Conduct quality testing on syrups, packaged products, raw materials, and water systems to ensure full compliance with The Coca-Cola Company’s quality standards.
• Perform analyses using wet chemistry techniques and advanced laboratory instrumentation, including pH meters, titrators, density meters, UV/VIS spectrophotometers, HPLCs, and ColorQuest systems.
• Document, interpret, and report test results to support production decisions and maintain product integrity.
• Monitor and verify incoming raw materials meet company specifications before use in manufacturing.
• Maintain GMP and safety requirements; calibrate laboratory equipment to ensure accuracy and reliability of results.
• Collaborate with production teams to address quality issues and facilitate continuous improvement.

Skills

Quality assurance

GMP knowledge

HACCP knowledge

Data recording

Education

Associate's or Bachelor's in Food Science or related

High school diploma

Tools

pH meters

Titrators

Density meters

HPLC

UV/Vis spectrophotometer

Job description

The Coca-Cola Company, Coca-Cola North America, seeks a Plant Quality Assurance Technician for 3rd shift in Columbus, OH. You will perform quality testing on syrups, packaging, and raw materials to ensure compliance with company standards and customer expectations.

You will operate wet chemistry techniques and instruments, document results, and collaborate with production teams to address issues and drive continuous improvement.