Quality Assurance Technician (Days)

American Society for Quality; Abilene (TX); On-site; USD 30,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Performance-based incentives

Quarterly bonuses

Referral bonuses

Comprehensive benefits

Job summary

Coca-Cola Southwest Beverages LLC in Abilene, TX is seeking a quality technician to perform qualitative and quantitative testing of beverages, syrups, and raw materials across the production line.

You will analyze beverage attributes, audit equipment, and conduct quality inspections to ensure standards are met. A strong focus on safety, MSDS literacy, and housekeeping is required. Regular shift 5 AM starts on weekdays, with competitive hourly pay and benefits.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Bachelor’s degree in physical science and/or food industry experience preferred.
• 1-3 year of general work experience required.
• Prior food production operation experience preferred.
• Previous experience within high-speed industrial environment preferred.
• Ability to read and understand MSDS, operate manufacturing equipment, and knowledge of industrial technology a plus.

Responsibilities

• Conduct qualitative and quantitative testing of beverages, syrups, and raw materials throughout the entire production process.
• Analyze syrup beverage and/or water attributes.
• Audit container rinsers, air blowers, filters, and coders to ensure proper operations.
• Conduct package quality inspection and quality audits and isolate product that does not meet standards.
• Receive and test CO2 and all raw materials prior to production process.
• Maintain highest possible housekeeping standards to prevent microbial contamination.

Skills

Quality testing

Attention to detail

MSDS reading

Education

Bachelor’s degree in physical science / food science

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

Manufacturing equipment operation

Job description

Req ID:270808

Job Location: Abilene,TX
Work days/Shift Hours – Monday-Friday 5 AM-complete.

Compensation: Starting pay ranges from $21.65 to $26.06 per hour, based on experience. Additional earning opportunities may include performance-based incentives, quarterly bonuses, referral bonuses, and comprehensive benefits.

General Purpose

Responsible for conducting qualitative and quantitative testing of raw materials and finished goods.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Conduct qualitative and quantitative testing of beverages, syrups, and raw materials throughout the entire production process.
• Analyze syrup beverage and/or water attributes.
• Audit container rinsers, air blowers, filters, and coders to ensure proper operations.
• Conduct package quality inspection and quality audits and isolate product that does not meet standards.
• Receive and test CO2 and all raw materials prior to production process.
• Maintain highest possible housekeeping standards to prevent microbial contamination.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Bachelor’s degree in physical science and/or food industry experience preferred.
• 1-3 year of general work experience required.
• Prior food production operation experience preferred.
• Previous experience within high-speed industrial environment preferred.
• Ability to read and understand MSDS, operate manufacturing equipment, and knowledge of industrial technology a plus.

Applicants with disabilities may be entitled to reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act and certain Texas or local laws. A reasonable accommodation is a change in the way things are normally done which will ensure an equal employment opportunity without imposing undue hardship on Coca-Cola Southwest Beverages. Please inform us at [e-mail] if you need assistance completing this application or to otherwise participate in the application process.

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Coca-Cola Southwest Beverages LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.