Lab Technician 1st shift

Krier Beverage; Wisconsin; Hybrid; USD 68,770,000 - 74,501,000; Full time

Job summary

Krier Beverage seeks a Lab Technician to ensure product quality and conformance to customer specifications through laboratory testing and line verifications. The role emphasizes safety, accuracy, and GMP adherence in a fast-paced production environment.

Responsibilities include performing sensory tests, maintaining equipment, and documenting quality data while working with production teams to meet specifications and regulatory requirements.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; Associate’s degree in Chemistry or related field preferred.
• Previous laboratory or quality control experience required; Food & Beverage industry experience strongly preferred.
• Basic knowledge of laboratory safety practices and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Operate in accordance with safety, quality, and GMP standards.
• Read and adhere to product specifications, including coding, carbonation, pressures, and pH.
• Conduct regular line checks and sampling to verify product quality and compliance with specs.
• Identify and segregate out-of-specification products, placing them on HOLD as needed.
• Perform sensory testing (flavor, visual, odor) against standard references.
• Communicate with production personnel regarding line checks and adjustments to meet specs.
• Maintain a positive, professional work environment and collaborate with coworkers.
• Operate, maintain and calibrate lab instrumentation and testing equipment.
• Follow all customer standards, quality requirements, and Federal, State, Local regulations.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of lab areas and complete required quality documentation.

Skills

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Prioritization

Math proficiency

Data entry

Team collaboration

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associate’s degree in Chemistry or related field preferred

Job description

Job Details

• Job Location: Random Lake, WI 53075
• Pay Range: Starting wage is between $24.00-$26.00, depending on lab experience and certifications.
• Schedule: Monday- Friday (4:30am start Mondays) 6:00am-2:30pm

Overview

The lab tech position has primary responsibility for ensuring the quality of the product and finished goods being produced and that they meet all customer specifications by performing the laboratory testing and line verifications.

Responsibilities

• Operate in accordance with all safety, quality, and Good Manufacturing practices (GMP) standards.
• Read, understand, and adhere to product specifications, including coding, carbonation (if applicable), pressures, air, PH, Brix, caffeine (if applicable), acid, weights and temperatures.
• Conduct regular line checks and sampling to verify product quality and ensure finished goods meet all customer requirements.
• Identify and segregate out-of-specification products, placing them on HOLD as needed.
• Perform sensory testing (flavor, visual, and odor comparisons) against standard references.
• Communicate effectively with production personnel in regard to line checks, adjustment requirements for meeting specifications, coding verification, etc.
• Foster a positive and professional work environment by collaborating respectfully with coworkers and supporting strong team relationships.
• Operate, maintain and calibrate lab instrumentation and testing equipment.
• Follow all customer standards/specifications, quality requirements and Federal, State and Local regulations.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of laboratory work areas.
• Accurately complete and required quality documentation and reports.
• Analyze batch attributes conduct analytical and sensory tests, complete batch paperwork, and approve batches for production.
• Other duties of checking in HFCS/Sucrose/Concentrate tankers, water checks, micros, etc. as required/scheduled.
• Maintain sample libraries (organized and clean) per company requirements.
• Other duties or responsibilities as assigned by management.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; Associate’s degree in Chemistry or a related field preferred.
• Previous laboratory or quality control experience required; Food & Beverage industry experience strongly preferred.
• Basic knowledge of laboratory safety practices and procedures.
• Compliance with all Quality Management and Food Safety Management System requirements.
• Ability to work overtime and flexible shifts as needed.
• Strong analytical skills and high attention to detail.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to maintain a positive and respectful attitude toward coworkers and other departments.
• Proven ability to prioritize tasks and adapt to changing priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Demonstrated sense of urgency and proactive approach to problem-solving.
• Competency in basic math and the ability to calculate averages, production rates, and other related formulas.
• Proficient in basic computer data entry and document management systems.