Quality Assurance Technician (Midday)

Heartland Coca-Cola Bottling Company, LLC; McAllen (TX); On-site; USD 31,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Heartland Coca-Cola Bottling Company, LLC is seeking a quality technician to perform qualitative and quantitative testing of beverages, syrups, and raw materials in a fast-paced production setting in McAllen, TX. Shifts are Monday–Friday, 1:30 PM–10:00 PM, with starting pay ranges from $22.46 to $28.14 per hour based on experience.

Responsibilities include testing, analysis of beverage attributes, auditing equipment, and ensuring product quality and proper housekeeping to prevent contamination.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Bachelor’s degree in physical science and/or food industry experience preferred.
• 1-3 years of general work experience required.
• Prior food production operation experience preferred.
• Experience in high-speed industrial environments preferred.
• Ability to read MSDS and operate manufacturing equipment.

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

Reading MSDS

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Bachelor’s degree in physical science

Job description

Job Location: 4800 McAllen, TX
Work days/Shift Hours – if applicable: Monday - Friday / 1:30 PM - 10:00 PM

Compensation: Starting pay ranges from $22.46 to $28.14 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.

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.