Quality Technician

Keurig Dr Pepper; Ottumwa (IA); On-site; USD 27,253 - 38,815; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits from day one

401k with company match

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Keurig Dr Pepper is seeking a Quality Technician I in Ottumwa, Iowa. The ideal candidate will conduct tests to ensure product compliance, manage Quality and Safety audits, and maintain laboratory equipment.

This full-time position operates Monday through Friday, offering a starting pay of $23.98 per hour. Applicants should have a high school diploma and at least two years of Quality Control experience.

Qualifications

• 2 years of related Quality Control experience in a manufacturing environment is preferred.
• Ability to conduct organoleptic and analytical tests.
• Familiarity with calibration and maintenance of laboratory equipment.

Responsibilities

• Perform tests on samples to establish compliance.
• Conduct audits related to GMP and Safety.
• Calibrate, clean, and maintain laboratory equipment.

Skills

Quality Control experience

Analytical testing

Instrumentation calibration

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

HPLC

SAP

pH meters

Job description

Job Overview

Looking for a fresh start? A company help grow your skillset and advance your career? Apply Today! We are happy to speak with you about your experience and how you may be a fit within our teams. Lots of exciting things are happening at KDP and we'd love for you to be a part of it! Want to see more? Click the link to visit our website to view some awesome, short clips and information to show you what we're all about. KDP Company Overview. You may also view all of our current openings on our Careers Page: KDP Careers - Ottumwa.

Quality Technician I - Ottumwa

Perform tests on samples to establish compliance with specification and suitability for use in production and quality. Record and review results, and issue notifications for out of spec samples. Issue notifications for seriously out-of-spec samples. Support the site Quality and Safety agendas. Perform GMP/Housekeeping and Safety audits, and monitoring aging inventory. Calibrates and maintains instrumentation.

Shift & Schedule: This is a full time position Monday - Friday 8:00am - 4:30pm. Flexibility to work overtime, weekends, and holidays is required as scheduled.

Position Responsibilities

• Conduct organoleptic and analytical tests at various stages of compounding and packaging to ensure compliance with standards. May include the use of pH meters, HPLC, Malvern Mastersizer, and other instrumentation.
• Submit samples for microbiological testing, maintain test results, and calculate batch adjustments for certain products.
• Approve batches for packaging and conforming finished product for shipment and place non-conforming product on hold for further analysis.
• Make corresponding inventory movements in SAP.
• File and maintain retained samples.
• Calibrate, clean, and maintain laboratory equipment and instrumentation.
• Prepare reagents and solutions for use in testing. Observe conditions and practices in compounding, packaging, and finished goods storage areas, making recommendations for improvement.

Total Rewards

• Pay starting at $23.98 per hour

Where Applicable

• Benefits eligible day one!!
• Benefits, subject to eligibility, and collective bargaining agreements (where applicable): Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability, Paid Time Off (including vacation and sick time), 401k with company match, Tuition Reimbursement, and Mileage Reimbursement

Requirements

• High school diploma or general equivalency diploma (GED) preferred
• 2 years of related Quality Control experience in a manufacturing environment

Company Overview

Keurig Dr Pepper (Nasdaq: KDP) is a leading beverage company with more than 150 owned, licensed and partner brands that meet a wide range of needs and occasions. Our North American refreshment beverage business holds leadership positions across carbonated soft drinks, water, juice and mixers with a portfolio of iconic brands such as Dr Pepper®, Canada Dry®, Mott’s®, A&W®, Peñafiel®, GHOST®, 7UP®, Snapple®, Clamato® and Core Hydration®. Our global coffee business spans more than 100 markets and includes the leading Keurig® single‑serve brewing system in the U.S. and Canada, along with powerhouse brands such as Peet’s, L’OR and Jacobs, and other regional coffee leaders. Our more than 50,000 employees aim to enhance the experience of every beverage and coffee occasion while making a positive impact for people, communities and the planet.

We strive to be anemployer of choice, providing a culture and opportunities that empower our team to grow and develop. We offer robust benefits to support your health and wellness as well as your personal and financial well-being. We also provide employee programs designed to enhance your professional growth and development, while ensuring you feel valued, inspired and appreciated at work.

Whatever your area of expertise, at KDP you can be a part of a team that’s proud of its brands, partnerships, innovation and growth. Will you join us?

Keurig Dr Pepper is an equal opportunity employer and recruits qualified applicants and advances in employment its employees without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, disability or association with a person with a disability, medical condition, genetic information, ethnic or national origin, marital status, veteran status, or any other status protected by law.

A.I. Disclosure

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