Quality Assurance Lab Tech – Beverage QA and Compliance

Heartland Coca-Cola; Olathe (KS); On-site; USD 30,307 - 35,817; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Wellness programs

Job summary

Heartland Coca-Cola Bottling Company is seeking a Quality Assurance Technician to help ensure safety, integrity and consistency of products. You will conduct tests on raw, in‑process, and finished goods following SOPs and regulatory standards.

The role requires basic lab skills, strong attention to detail, and the ability to work with cross‑functional teams in a manufacturing setting. A high school diploma or GED is preferred, with at least one year of relevant experience.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED preferred.
• Minimum of one year of work experience required.
• Experience in production/manufacturing or as a lab technician preferred.
• Strong reading, writing and spoken English skills.
• Able to work well in a team and maintain interdepartmental relations.
• Willing to take instruction and adapt to a flexible schedule.

Responsibilities

• Uphold safety, GMP, and compliance; maintain sanitation and hygiene per GMPs and SOPs.
• Monitor ISO/GFSI, FDA FSMA, and food safety programs; stop production if out of spec.
• Perform qualitative/quantitative tests on raw, in‑process, finished products.
• Document results in electronic logs and report variances to management.
• Standardize equipment calibration; troubleshoot quality systems and processes.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives to reduce downtime and improve quality.

Skills

Analytical skills

English literacy

Team player

Computer skills

Flexibility

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Quality systems

Forklift operation

Job description

Heartland Coca-Cola Bottling Company is seeking a Quality Assurance Technician to help ensure safety, integrity and consistency of products. You will conduct tests on raw, in‑process, and finished goods following SOPs and regulatory standards.

The role requires basic lab skills, strong attention to detail, and the ability to work with cross‑functional teams in a manufacturing setting. A high school diploma or GED is preferred, with at least one year of relevant experience.