Quality Lead: Precision & Compliance Champion

Refresco; Greer (SC); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Refresco is seeking a QA Technician to uphold quality standards across manufacturing and packaging operations. The role emphasizes GMP compliance, lab testing, and prompt problem solving in a fast-paced environment.

You will monitor microbiology programs, ensure precise test results, and support production with QA documentation and cross-functional collaboration to minimize non-conformances.

Qualifications

• Highschool diploma or equivalent.
• 3 - 4 years of experience in Quality within a manufacturing environment, preferable food/beverage industry.
• Laboratory experience required.
• In plants co-packaging alcoholic beverages, sensory tasting must be at least 21 years old.
• Knowledge of quality systems (GMP, HACCP, SQF) – certification ideal.

Responsibilities

• Adhere to GMPs, PPE and health/safety policies in the warehouse/production areas.
• Maintain microbiology program, in-process quality, lab testing and equipment, water treatment system.
• Ensure accurate test results by operating and calibrating laboratory equipment.
• Monitor and inspect production lines; act as QA contact for issues.
• Test products on hold and determine disposition.
• Prepare and send product samples; coordinate water sample testing with 3rd party labs.
• Provide training to improve cross-functional performance.
• Document QA activities according to SOPs to maximize quality.

Skills

Excel

Word

SAP

PowerPoint

Problem solving

Measurement tools

Attention to detail

GMP/HACCP knowledge

Reading metric system

Laboratory inspection

Organizational skills

Education

Highschool diploma or equivalent

Quality systems knowledge (GMP, HACCP, SQF)

Certification in quality systems (ideal)

Tools

HPLC

Densitometer

pH meters

Laboratory instruments

Job description

Refresco is seeking a QA Technician to uphold quality standards across manufacturing and packaging operations. The role emphasizes GMP compliance, lab testing, and prompt problem solving in a fast-paced environment.

You will monitor microbiology programs, ensure precise test results, and support production with QA documentation and cross-functional collaboration to minimize non-conformances.