Quality Tech: Beverage Lab QA & Production Oversight

ADP, Inc.; Town of Waverly (NY); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Best Bev, a full-service beverage contract manufacturer in Waverly, NY, seeks a Quality Tech to perform chemistry and finished-product quality checks with high accuracy. You will enter data in RedZone, prepare samples per SOP, calibrate instruments, and generate reports to support production and QA teams.

The role requires 1–3 years of lab experience in the food/beverage sector, ability to lift 50 pounds, stand for long periods, and work overtime as needed.

Qualifications

• 1-3 years lab experience in the food/beverage industry.
• Able to lift at least 50 pounds.
• Able to stand/walk for extended periods.
• Reliable transportation.
• Able to work overtime as needed.
• Ability to work alone on projects with limited supervision.
• Familiarity with Google Docs/Microsoft platforms.

Responsibilities

• Perform all required chemistry and finished product quality checks promptly with a high degree of accuracy.
• Enter all test results into the RedZone platform.
• Prepare samples accurately for testing according to SOP.
• Set up and calibrate Heuft x-ray machines and various lab instruments.
• Operate pH meters, Brix Abbemat, Alcolyzer, TA titrator, and other testing equipment.
• Operate OneVision seam analysis machine and generate release reports.
• Inspect incoming products/materials as part of PQC program.
• Identify out-of-spec conditions and hold products as required.
• Communicate quality issues promptly to leadership and escalate when needed.
• Support batching and production teams with timely, accurate data.

Job description

Best Bev, a full-service beverage contract manufacturer in Waverly, NY, seeks a Quality Tech to perform chemistry and finished-product quality checks with high accuracy. You will enter data in RedZone, prepare samples per SOP, calibrate instruments, and generate reports to support production and QA teams.

The role requires 1–3 years of lab experience in the food/beverage sector, ability to lift 50 pounds, stand for long periods, and work overtime as needed.