QA Lab Specialist I: Microbiology & Compliance

Westrock Coffee Company; Concord (NC); On-site; USD 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Westrock Coffee Company is looking for a QA Specialist I in Concord, North Carolina. The role involves maintaining microbiology results, conducting testing, and assisting with compliance audits. Candidates should have a Bachelor of Science degree, along with 5+ years of QA experience in a manufacturing setting.

The position requires certifications like HACCP and PCQI, and experience with laboratory equipment. The shift is 12-hour nights, ideal for a reliable candidate looking to contribute to quality assurance.

Qualifications

• 5+ years QA experience in a manufacturing/production setting preferred.
• Acidified Foods Certified or ability to achieve certification required.
• HACCP certified and PCQI certification or ability to become certified.

Responsibilities

• Maintain microbiology results and send monthly verifications.
• Conduct testing for physical, microbiological, and organoleptic tests.
• Assist with compliance audits and train new employees.

Skills

Microbiology Lab Experience

Laboratory equipment operation

Communication skills

Math skills

Education

Bachelor of Science degree in scientific discipline

Tools

pH meter

refractometer

automated titrator

computer skills (Outlook, Word, Excel)

Job description

Westrock Coffee Company is looking for a QA Specialist I in Concord, North Carolina. The role involves maintaining microbiology results, conducting testing, and assisting with compliance audits. Candidates should have a Bachelor of Science degree, along with 5+ years of QA experience in a manufacturing setting.

The position requires certifications like HACCP and PCQI, and experience with laboratory equipment. The shift is 12-hour nights, ideal for a reliable candidate looking to contribute to quality assurance.