Quality Assurance Lab Technician (2nd Shift) - Quincy, IL

Wis-Pak; Quincy (IL); On-site; USD 34,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous Paid Time Off

Flexible Spending Accounts

Life Insurance

401(K) with Profit Sharing

Tuition Reimbursement

Paid Holidays

Job summary

Wis-Pak is seeking a Quality Assurance Lab Technician (2nd Shift) in Quincy, IL. The role focuses on conducting physical and analytical quality tests on finished syrup and beverages, inspecting raw materials, and performing microbiological testing while maintaining accurate records and calibration documentation.

The ideal candidate will have basic math skills, problem-solving ability, and good English communication.

Qualifications

• Basic mathematical skills and ability to problem-solve.
• Good communication skills and English reading/writing ability.
• Ability to operate a computer and laboratory/test equipment.

Responsibilities

• Understand and follow safety, health, quality, GMP, and company policies.
• Conduct physical and analytical product quality tests on finished syrup/beverage; inspect raw materials and perform microbiological testing.
• Run control drink on finished syrups to ensure taste and quality.
• Maintain files and test results, record corrective procedures and supporting data.
• Follow all clean up and housekeeping procedures.
• Ensure accuracy of equipment through calibration and documentation.

Skills

Math skills

Problem solving

Communication skills

English proficiency

Computer & lab equipment operation

Tools

Laboratory test equipment

Job description

Quality Assurance Lab Technician (2nd Shift) - Quincy, IL

#1686

Job Description

Location:

Quincy, IL

Shift/Work Schedule:

2:00pm-10:30pm, Monday-Friday

Pay range:

$24.60/hr + $1.75 Shift Differential

Join the Team That Fuels Your Favorite Beverages

At Wis-Pak, we're more than just a manufacturer--we're the driving force behind some of the most recognized and loved beverage brands in the country, including Pepsi-Cola, Mountain Dew, Lipton Iced Tea, Aquafina, Vita Ice, Klarbrunn, and Bubbl'r. Chances are, you've enjoyed one of our products at your favorite restaurant or picked one up at your local store. Did you know you get a discount on your favorites if you work for us?

Why You'll Love Working Here

We believe in taking care of our people. Here's what you can expect:

• Generous Paid Time Off
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Critical Illness & Accident Coverage
• Life Insurance
• Short & Long-Term Disability
• 401(K) with Profit Sharing
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Paid Holidays

About the Role

• Understand and follow all established safety, health, quality, Food Safety, GMP and Company policies, procedures, and recognized practices.
• Conduct testing processes and procedures to perform physical and analytical product quality tests on finished syrup and beverage, inspect raw materials, and perform microbiological testing. Use laboratory test equipment and apparatus to conduct tests.
• Run control drink on finished syrups to ensure taste and quality.
• Maintain files and test results, record corrective procedures, control reports and supporting data in accordance with prescribed procedures.
• Follow all clean up and housekeeping procedures.
• Ensure accuracy of equipment through calibration and documentation.

DISCLAIMER:

The information listed above is not intended to be an all-inclusive job description. A full list of duties and responsibilities for this position is available upon request.

What We're Looking For

The ideal candidate will have basic mathematical skills, the ability to problem solve, and good communication skills. Must be able to read, write, and communicate in English and follow written and verbal instructions. Requires the ability to operate and utilize a computer, and laboratory and test equipment. Basic knowledge of soft drink operations and SPC is preferred, but not required. Must exhibit ability and desire to work within a team but can work alone. Works with minimal supervision, be a self-starter who leads by example, and be dependable. Requires the ability to lift 50 pounds occasionally.

• Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States on a permanent basis. The company will not sponsor employment visas now or in the future
• Applicants must be able to read, write, speak, and comprehend English at a level necessary to perform the essential duties of the position.

Our Commitment to You

Wis-Pak/WP Beverage is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We comply with EEOC regulations and use E-Verify to ensure employment eligibility.

Ready to make a difference?

Join us and be part of a team that's refreshing the world--one bottle at a time.