Quality Technician

Crystal Geyser Water Company; Bakersfield (CA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

Crystal Geyser Water Company is seeking a Quality Technician to monitor and ensure the quality and safety of bottled products in accordance with company standards and regulatory requirements. This role involves routine testing, inspections, and documentation to support quality control in the bottling process.

You will perform in-process quality checks, conduct physical, chemical, and sensory testing, collect samples for microbiological testing when required, and document deviations while

Qualifications

• Knowledge of HACCP, GMP, and quality systems.
• Strong attention to detail and analytical skills.
• Proficient with lab tools and Microsoft Office.
• Ability to work independently or as part of a team.
• Good written and verbal English communication.
• Willingness to work flexible shifts, including nights or weekends.

Responsibilities

• Perform in-process quality checks on bottling line samples.
• Conduct physical, chemical, and sensory tests on bottled products.
• Collect and analyze samples for microbiological testing when required.
• Document deviations and escalate to supervisors; quarantine issues as needed.
• Monitor and calibrate quality instruments and testing equipment.
• Assist in root-cause analysis and corrective actions.
• Support sanitation, GMP and internal/external audits.
• Maintain compliance records (FDA, FSSC 22000, CDPH, HACCP).
• Cross-train on filler equipment and obtain Cannery License within 1 year.
• Perform start-up procedures and sample collection/testing from equipment.

Skills

Quality systems knowledge (HACCP, GMP)

Attention to detail

Lab tools proficiency

Microsoft Office proficiency

English communication

Shift flexibility

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associate’s degree in science/quality or related field preferred

PCQI certification within six months of hire

Tools

Laboratory instruments

Quality data systems

Job description

Position Summary:

The Quality Technician is responsible for monitoring and ensuring the quality and safety of bottled products in accordance with company standards and regulatory requirements. This role involves routine testing, inspections, and documentation to support quality control in the bottling process.

Key Responsibilities:

• Perform in-process quality checks on bottling line samples (e.g., fill levels, cap torque, label placement, packaging integrity).
• Conduct physical, chemical, and sensory tests on bottled products.
• Collect, perform and analyze samples for microbiological testing when required.
• Document and report any deviations from quality standards; elevate issues promptly to supervisors/managers and quarantine product.
• Monitor and calibrate quality instruments and testing equipment.
• Assist in the investigation of non-conformances, root cause analysis, and implementation of corrective actions.
• Support sanitation, GMP and other internal/external audits.
• Conduct ATP and environmental swab testing and data collection.
• Maintain accurate records in compliance with regulatory and internal standards (e.g., FDA, FSSC 22000, CDPH, HACCP).
• Conduct quality checks on incoming ingredients and materials.
• Conduct effective pass down reports.
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives and quality team meetings.
• Ensure adherence to all safety procedures and company policies.
• Ability to be cross trained on filler equipment and obtain Cannery License (within one year of hire.
• Conduct start up procedures, ie. micrometer dial-in and sample collecting and testing from various equipment.

Qualifications:

Education & Experience:

• High school diploma or GED or equivalent combination of experience and education.
• Associate’s degree in science, quality, or related field preferred.
• Two years of experience in quality assurance in bottling/production environment preferred.
• Must obtain PCQI certification within six months of hire.

Skills & Competencies:

• Knowledge of quality systems and standards (HACCP, GMPs, FSSC 22000, etc.).
• Strong attention to detail and analytical skills.
• Proficient in using quality lab tools and Microsoft Office (Excel, Word).
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Good written and verbal communication skills in English.
• Ability to work flexible shifts, including nights or weekends, as needed.

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is frequently exposed to wet and/or humid conditions; moving mechanical parts; fumes or airborne particles and risk of electrical shock. Must be comfortable working around glass, broken glass and plastics. The employee is occasionally exposed to high, precarious places; toxic or caustic chemicals and outside weather conditions. The employee is occasionally exposed to hot temperatures. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate to loud.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Physical fitness to perform checks and tests as well as lifting up to 50 lbs.
• Ability to stand for long periods of time
• Must be able to work around loud noise with PPE
• Must be able to wear all PPE including hair and facial hair covered.

This description reflects the type and level(s) of work performed. It is not intended to be all-inclusive or to portray the specific duties of any one incumbent. The management of Crystal Geyser Water Company may change this description at any time, according to business needs.