Quality Tech

Refresco; Waco (TX); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/dental/vision insurance

401(k) savings plan with company match

Paid holidays and vacation

Job summary

DBA-Verwaltungs-Gmbh is seeking a Quality Assurance Technician in Waco, Texas. The role involves ensuring adherence to food quality and safety standards, performing analyses on raw materials and finished products, and maintaining laboratory cleanliness.

Applicants should have a high school diploma and some experience in quality within manufacturing. Benefits include medical insurance, 401(k), and paid time off.

Qualifications

• 1–3 years of experience in quality in a manufacturing environment preferred.
• Must be at least 21 years old at co-packaging alcoholic beverage plants.
• High precision and accuracy in inspection and testing.

Responsibilities

• Adhere to health and safety policies in the workplace.
• Perform analysis on raw materials and finished products.
• Evaluate finished products against current standards.

Skills

Working knowledge of Excel

Experience with measurement tools

Organized and detail-oriented

Familiarity with SQF, SAP

Understanding of food safety

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Excel

Word

SAP

Calibration tools

Job description

Essential Job Functions:

• Adhere to health and safety policies, procedures, GMPs, and wear required PPE while working in the warehouse or production areas.
• Adhere to food quality and safety standards (e.g., SQF) as defined by corporate, customers, or governing bodies.
• Ensure all products meet customer specifications as outlined in SAP.
• Perform analysis on raw materials, finished batches, treated water, and other items as programmed.
• Conduct chemical and physical analyses on raw and intermediate processing materials and packaging to determine acceptability.
• Evaluate finished products against current standards by performing audits of product and packaging integrity.
• Check process control parameters to ensure proper equipment application and operation, performing required checks such as seals, closure torque, and seam checks.
• Stop production if food safety is questionable and alert management immediately.
• Maintain accurate, legible records of all tests, retests, and reports.
• Perform analytical tests to qualify ingredient batches for production.
• Perform production line checks at specified intervals.
• Ensure accurate test results by maintaining proper operation and calibration of laboratory equipment.
• Maintain laboratory cleanliness at all times.
• Report all out‑of‑spec results to designated leadership.
• Complete special projects and other reasonable duties as assigned.

Required Skills:

• Working knowledge of Excel, Word, and SAP.
• Experience with measurement tools (calipers, micrometers, CMM machines).
• Organized, detail‑oriented, and adaptable to change.
• High precision and accuracy in inspection and testing.
• Familiarity with SQF, SAP, Six Sigma, GMP, and related standards.
• Understanding of food safety requirements.
• Ability to read and understand the metric system.
• Food or beverage laboratory experience preferred.

Competencies:

• Technical: Skilled in maintaining accurate records of inspections and tests.
• Integrity: Commitment to high ethical standards in quality assurance.
• Adaptability: Flexibility to adapt to changing environments and requirements.
• Communication: Clear and concise communication with staff and management.

Education and Experience:

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 1–3 years of experience in quality within a manufacturing environment preferred.
• Must be at least 21 years old at co‑packaging alcoholic beverage plants.

Working Conditions:

• Work schedule may include weekdays, weekends, afternoons, evenings, and overnight; overtime scheduled as needed.
• Fast‑paced production plant with moving parts; noise requires hearing protection; temperatures may be hot or cold; laboratory is temperature controlled.

Travel Requirements:

• 0% travel anticipated.

Physical Requirements:

• Stand or sit – Rarely (0–15%)
• Stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl – Rarely
• Lifting up to 50 lbs. (minimum 5 lbs) – Rarely
• Carry weight, lift – Rarely
• Walking – Rarely
• Driving – Rarely
• Climb (stairs/ladders) or balance – Rarely
• Visual/sensory: Requires attention to detail with one or two senses at a time.
• Mental stress: Pronounced pressure from deadlines, production quotas, accuracy, or similar demands.

Other Duties:

• This job description is not exhaustive; duties may change or new ones may be assigned at any time.

Benefits

• Medical/dental/vision insurance.
• Life insurance.
• 401(k) savings plan with company match.
• Paid holidays and vacation.
• Well‑being benefits.
• Discount programs.

Refresco Beverages US, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, marital status, disability, gender identity, gender expression, Veteran status, or any other classification protected by federal, state, or local law.