Lead Quality Tech

Keurig Dr Pepper Inc.; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 87,046,000 - 91,577,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits eligible day one!!

Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability

Job summary

Keurig Dr Pepper Inc. is seeking a Quality Technician Lead to perform qualitative and quantitative tests on products and work-in-process to ensure compliance with quality and food-safety standards.

You will train and guide a team of Lab Technicians on calibration, instrumentation and analytical methods. The role requires 3rd shift (8:00pm-4:00am) Sunday through Friday with overtime, weekend, and holiday flexibility.

Qualifications

• Science background; Chemistry, Biology or Food Science-related degree preferred.
• Laboratory experience in a dairy, food or beverage environment is a plus.
• Ability to handle fast-paced, stressed environments and multitask with strong time management.

Responsibilities

• Perform organoleptic and analytical analyses of products to ensure Quality & Food Safety.
• Maintain calibration and validation programs for lab instrumentation (HPLC, DMA, PFD, etc.).
• Determine instrument performance within specified parameters.
• Provide accurate results and qualify instrument outputs before releasing data.
• Perform microbiological testing of water, sugar, finished products by membrane filtration; swab surfaces.
• Assure quality and integrity of raw ingredients like sugar, CO2, Liquid N2.
• Understand GLP, GMP, HACCP, Chemical Safety and lab housekeeping procedures.
• Maintain QA document and record control, formula/specification control, and nonconforming materials.
• Perform statistical analysis and recommend process improvements.
• Manage weekly inventory of laboratory supplies and explore cost-saving alternatives.
• Maintain finished product retain system management.
• Train new staff on procedures and techniques.
• Conduct instrument/method development and validation on new processes.
• Assist supervisors and managers on special projects.

Skills

Excel

Word

Visio

PowerPoint

InfinityQS

Minitab

SAP

Training abilities

Communication skills

Education

Science degree (Chemistry/ Biology/ Food Science)

Tools

Excel

Word

Visio

PowerPoint

InfinityQS

Minitab

SAP

Job description

Quality Technician Lead- Houston, TX

The Quality Technician Lead is responsible for performing standardized qualitative and quantitative tests on work-in-process and finished products to ensure compliance with company Quality and Food Safety standards. The QA Lead Technician is also responsible for providing training and guidance to a team of Lab Technicians.

Shift and Schedule

This position will support the 3rd shift 8:00pm - 4:00am Sunday through Friday. Flexibility to work overtime, weekends, and holidays is required.

Position Responsibilities

• Organoleptic and analytical analyses of products at various stages of production to ensure compliance with company Quality and Food Safety standards.
• Responsible for maintaining sound calibration and validation programs for lab instrumentation such as HPLC, DMA, PFD, CarboQC, OxyQC, Refractometer, Autotitrators, Microscopes, Balances, pH Meter, Microbiological Luminescence System, UV-Vis, etc.
• Must be adept at determining that each instrument or device performs within the specified operational parameters.
• Responsible for providing accurate results and exhibit sound judgment before releasing data used to adjust syrup tanks and release finished product to market. Must be able to qualify and quantify instrument and analytical output for validity.
• Performs microbiological testing of water, sugar, finished products, etc. by membrane filtration technique. Performs surface swabbing on equipment.
• Assures quality and integrity of raw bulk ingredients such as sugar, CO2, Liquid N2, etc.
• Understands chemical principles and theories related to analytical methods and instrumentation, GLP (Good Laboratory Practices), GMP (Good Manufacturing Practices), HACCP, Chemical Safety as well as lab housekeeping procedures
• Responsible for the maintenance of QA document and record control procedures, formula and specification control, consumer complaints, nonconforming materials and products, etc.
• Perform statistical analysis of laboratory data and use data to recommend improvement in processes
• Responsible for weekly inventory and stocking of laboratory supplies as well as researching alternative sources to reduce cost without jeopardizing quality
• Responsible for finished product retain system management
• Train new personnel and existing laboratory staff to new procedures and techniques
• Conduct instrument and method development, perform validation programs on new processes and procedures
• Assist Quality Supervisors and Quality Managers with special projects as directed

Total Rewards

• Pay starting at $30.39 per hour. The employee will move to a higher rate of $31.96 per hour in the quarter after their 6-month anniversary.

Benefits (where applicable)

• Benefits eligible day one!!
• Benefits, subject to eligibility (where applicable): Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability, Paid Time Off (including vacation and sick time), 401k with company match, Tuition Reimbursement, and Mileage Reimbursement

Requirements

• Science background. Chemistry, Biology or Food Science-related degree preferred
• Laboratory experience in a dairy, food or beverage manufacturing environment is a plus
• Ability to handle stressful, fast-paced and rapidly-changing environment.
• Must be able to multitask and excellent time management and organizational skills
• Computer Skills: Advanced knowledge in Excel, Word, Visio, PowerPoint, InfinityQS, Minitab, SAP
• Excellent training capabilities, excellent oral and written communication skills
• Dependable, detail-oriented, good problem-solving abilities and strong commitment to teamwork
• Ability to work any shift and/or overtime as required

Company Overview

Keurig Dr Pepper (Nasdaq: KDP) is a leading beverage company with more than 150 owned, licensed and partner brands that meet a wide range of needs and occasions. Our North American refreshment beverage business holds leadership positions across carbonated soft drinks, water, juice and mixers with a portfolio of iconic brands such as Dr Pepper®, Canada Dry®, Mott’s®, A&W®, Peñafiel®, GHOST®, 7UP®, Snapple®, Clamato® and Core Hydration®. Our global coffee business spans more than 100 markets and includes the leading Keurig® single-serve brewing system in the U.S. and Canada, along with powerhouse brands such as Peet’s, L’OR and Jacobs, and other regional coffee leaders. Our more than 50,000 employees aim to enhance the experience of every beverage and coffee occasion while making a positive impact for people, communities and the planet.

We strive to be an employer of choice, providing a culture and opportunities that empower our team to grow and develop. We offer robust benefits to support your health and wellness as well as your personal and financial well-being. We also provide employee programs designed to enhance your professional growth and development, while ensuring you feel valued, inspired and appreciated at work.

Whatever your area of expertise, at KDP you can be a part of a team that’s proud of its brands, partnerships, innovation and growth. Will you join us?

Keurig Dr Pepper is an equal opportunity employer and recruits qualified applicants and advances in employment its employees without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, disability or association with a person with a disability, medical condition, genetic information, ethnic or national origin, marital status, veteran status, or any other status protected by law.

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