Quality Technician

Niagara Bottling; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company committed to delivering the highest quality bottled water. As a Quality Technician, you'll play a crucial role in ensuring food safety and quality standards are met. This position offers a dynamic environment where you can make a tangible impact while developing lasting relationships with your team. You'll be responsible for conducting essential testing, calibrating equipment, and participating in plant safety initiatives. If you're ready to build a satisfying career in a supportive atmosphere, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Experience in food safety and quality assurance is essential.
• Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Ensure adherence to food safety and quality parameters.
• Conduct testing and document results accurately.
• Participate in plant teams for safety and quality.

Skills

Food Safety

Quality Assurance

Laboratory Testing

Chemical Batching

Documentation

Troubleshooting

Education

High School Diploma

Associate's Degree

Job description

At Niagara, we’re looking for Team Members who want to be part of achieving our mission to provide our customers with the highest quality, most affordable bottled water.

Consider applying here if you want to:

• Work in an entrepreneurial and dynamic environment with a chance to make an impact.
• Develop lasting relationships with great people.
• Build a satisfying career.

We offer competitive compensation and benefits packages for our Team Members.

Quality Technician

Responsible for executing corporate and plant-specific Food Safety, Quality, and Laboratory requirements. The QA Technician reports to the QA Manager. In the absence of the Quality Assurance Technician, the QA Manager or designate will assume the job duties.

Essential Functions

• Ensure all parameters of food safety and quality are being adhered to and maintained throughout the facility.
• Assist with batching chemicals/ingredients for production.
• Calibrate lab and line equipment for accurate results.
• Collect in-process and finished product samples.
• Conduct standardized qualitative and quantitative testing to ensure it meets specifications.
• Perform aseptic testing for microbial contamination.
• Follow protocols for documenting testing results.
• Recognize deficiencies and initiate proper follow-up.
• Identify and isolate product that does not meet standards.
• Aid in troubleshooting deficiencies and non-conformances.
• Review food safety and quality records.
• Actively participate in plant teams (HACCP, Safety, etc.).
• Conduct other duties as assigned by management.

Note: This job description is not exhaustive and duties may change at any time.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications:

• 0 Years – Experience in Field or similar manufacturing environment
• 0 Years – Experience in Position
• 0 Years – Experience managing people/projects

*experience may include a combination of work experience and education

• Must read, write, and communicate in English.
• Must be able to work 12-hour shifts (days or nights) on a rotating schedule.
• Must follow GMP Policy - wear company issued shirt, hat, safety glasses, earplugs, and hairnet in production areas.
• Able to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Able to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment.

Preferred Qualifications:

• 2 Years– Experience in Field or similar manufacturing environment
• 2 Years – Experience working in Position
• 2 Years – Experience managing people/projects

*experience may include a combination of work experience and education

Competencies

This position embodies Niagara’s LIFE competency model, focusing on:

• Lead Like an Owner: Safety prioritization, respect, customer resolution, responsiveness.
• InnovACT: Continuous improvement, adaptability, efficiency.
• Find a Way: Developing technical knowledge, understanding impact, seeking solutions.
• Empowered to be Great: Self-improvement, clear communication, managing expectations.

Education

• Minimum Required: High School Diploma
• Preferred: Associate's Degree

Certification/License

• Required: N/A
• Preferred: HACCP

Foreign Language

• Required: Full Professional Proficiency

Benefits

https://careers.niagarawater.com/us/en/benefits