Beverage QA Technician: Precision Lab Testing

Heartland Coca-Cola Bottling Company, LLC; College Park (GA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid vacation

Medical plan

Life insurance

401k match

Employee discounts

Parental leave

Job summary

Coca-Cola UNITED in College Park, GA is seeking a Technician - Quality Assurance to test finished products and packaging attributes to ensure specifications are met. The role covers beverage and package attribute testing, data collection, and calibration tasks in a fast-paced lab setting.

You will perform tests such as Brix, pH, CO2, and production date code checks, assist in SOP creation, and support the LDMS data management system.

Qualifications

• Minimum age 18 years old
• Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) as required by position and compliance with UNITED safety policies
• Regular and prompt attendance is an essential function of the job
• Ability to read, write and speak English
• Ability to maintain a neat professional appearance within Company guidelines
• Ability to maintain safety and security of Company assets
• Ability to utilize all Company provided resources and technology
• High school diploma or general education degree (GED); or 6+ months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Willingness to work weekends, holidays, or flexible schedule as required
• In depth knowledge of Laboratory Data Management System (LDMS) preferred
• Effective attention to detail, analytical, multi-tasking, and problem-solving skills
• Effective interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills
• Ability to work with all functional team members
• Ability to be self-motivated and show initiative
• Effective time management and organizational skills needed

Responsibilities

• Perform beverage attribute testing to include: Brix, Assay, CO2, Net Contents, pH and Taste & Odor
• Perform package attribute testing to include: Closure Removal Torques, Can Lid Application (Where Applicable), and Visual Appearance
• Perform finished product attributes such as: Correct Bottle/Can, Correct Closure/Lid, Correct Label, Correct Production Date Code to include final packaging (Cases, Cartons, Trays, Wraps, etc.) and verification of any Promotional Identification
• Perform Micro sample collection and testing, isolating cases as needed
• Perform Syrup testing such as Brix, Assay, pH using UPLC/HPLC units
• Perform lab equipment calibrations and verifications as needed; maintenance and troubleshooting
• Perform water treatment duties as described by the Quality Manager where applicable
• Perform CIP setup as described by the Quality Manager
• Participate in the Sensory Program where applicable
• Data entry from product testing in LDMS and review of test results; assist in writing SOPs as needed
• Maintain daily lab housekeeping and GMP adherence
• Maintain lab testing equipment supplies, ordering and inventory control
• Receive and test ingredients where applicable
• Perform other duties as assigned by management

Skills

Lab testing

Attention to detail

English proficiency

Team collaboration

Data entry

Troubleshooting

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

LDMS (Laboratory Data Management System)

HPLC/UPLC equipment

Job description

Coca-Cola UNITED in College Park, GA is seeking a Technician - Quality Assurance to test finished products and packaging attributes to ensure specifications are met. The role covers beverage and package attribute testing, data collection, and calibration tasks in a fast-paced lab setting.

You will perform tests such as Brix, pH, CO2, and production date code checks, assist in SOP creation, and support the LDMS data management system.