Plant QC Inspector - 1st Shift - Beverage Manufacturing

Lassonde Pappas & Company, Inc.; Springdale (AR); On-site; USD 34,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Lassonde Pappas & Co., Inc is seeking a Plant QC Inspector based in Arkansas. You will calibrate lab equipment, analyze concentrates, and serve as the QA representative for off‑shift hours, performing line audits and various food quality duties.

The role requires handling analytical tests (Brix, acid, color, sensory) on concentrates and supporting production with analytical data. Growth, comprehensive benefits, and a strong team culture are emphasized.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 1–2 years of manufacturing lab experience preferred.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Detail oriented with ability to multitask.
• Strong time management skills.

Responsibilities

• Inspect material and products for conformance to specifications using fixed or present measuring instruments.
• Ensure materials and products meet established tolerance levels for quality and performance.
• Receive labels and place them in the appropriate location.
• Collect samples from the warehouse and log results in Excel.
• Calibrate lab instrumentation according to schedule and record the results.
• Archive run samples into the retained samples area and prepare for customer sales.

Skills

Lab testing

Calibration

Quality assurance

Attention to detail

Communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Lab instruments

Excel

Job description

Lassonde Pappas & Co. is a US Leader in beverage manufacturing dedicated to our team members, customers and consumers satisfaction. We remain committed to our small-town roots and rural values. Hardworking and caring are qualities that make our teams special. Since 1942, we’ve been producing delicious products for our customers across the country!

To provide the best for our customers, we focus on building the best team by creating and advancing an inclusive environment amongst our diverse workforces. If you’re passionate about customer satisfaction, reliable, and committed to being and doing better, join us!

We value each of our employees’ total wellbeing. To support employees in all stages of their wellness journey, we have a robust benefits program including medical, dental, and vision coverage options, growth and development potential, along with 401-K, Life & Disability Insurance, PTO, Tuition Reimbursement, Health Fairs, Gym Membership Discounts, and so much more!

Position Summary

The Plant QC Inspector reports to the Quality Manager and is based out of our Arkansas location. This individual will be responsible for ensuring the lab equipment is calibrated, perform analysis on incoming concentrate, and act as the QA representative for off-shift hours (second and third shifts). Perform production line audits and other food quality responsibilities.

Primary Responsibilities Include

• Inspect material and products for conformance to specifications using fixed or present measuring instruments
• Ensure materials and products are in accordance with established tolerance levels for quality and performance and are not irregular or damaged
• Receiving labels and placing them in the appropriate location
• Collect samples from the warehouse
• Perform calibration on all lab instrumentation inside the lab and on the production floor – including following a schedule and logging the actual calibration.
• Collect and archive run samples into excel log and place them in “retained samples” area
• Prepare samples for customer sales and corporate for shipping. Ensure batching group has appropriate samples for color/flavor comparisons
• Perform analytical testing, such as Brix, acid, color and sensory tests on incoming concentrates and tankers to ensure they meet industry, Company and customer standards before accepting them
• Assist blenders and filler operators with any analytical tests needed to support production
• Randomly check for quality of our product on the floor to ensure product is in spec
• Accountable for food safety, food quality and regulatory requirements for their position
• Encouraged to notify management about actual or potential food safety issues
• Adopt and maintain all SQF requirements for their position
• Empowerment to work with supervision to resolve food safety and food quality issues within their scope of work
• This role will be required to taste test product as needed, up to a couple ounces per test.
• Receive incoming packaging, down stacking pallets and ensuring accurate inventory for said packaging.
• Performs other related duties as required and assigned.

Education And Experience

Minimum Required Qualifications

• A high school diploma or equivalent
• One to two years of manufacturing lab related experience
• Must have excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Must be detailed oriented and can multi-task
• Must have excellent time management skills

Additional Preferred Qualifications

• Quality Control experience
• Experience in the food/beverage industry
• Previous experience in Manufacturing or production environment
• Ability to direct, coach and train others.
• Consultative, influential, strategic thinking and problem-solving skills.

Physical Requirements & Working Conditions

This position requires sufficient physical ability to work in a production setting.

FREQUENT:

Ability to talk and hear; ability to stand, walk, climb stairs, stoop, bend and/or crouch; push/pull; lift up to 50 pounds; use of hands and fingers to operate machinery/equipment and all manual and electronic equipment in area of responsibility. Exposure to wet and humid conditions and fluctuations in ambient temperature (seasonal).

OCCASIONAL:

Squatting, kneeling, ability to reach above and at shoulder height. Ability to wear a dust mask, and perform Confined Entry using LOTO program. Exposure to toxic and corrosive chemicals.

VISION:

Ability to use close and distance vision, as well as color and peripheral vision with or without correction. Must be able to visually detect obstacles and potential dangers in a fast paced production environment involving high speed equipment and powered industrial lift equipment.

HEARING:

Ability to hear in the normal audio range with or without correction. Exposure to noise levels from pumps, machinery, forklift traffic, bottle lines and exhaust fans.

This job description is not intended to contain a comprehensive list of the responsibilities that are required to successfully perform in this position.

Other duties as assigned are part of every job description. The conditions herein are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals to perform the essential job functions.

Lassonde Pappas & Co., Inc provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.