Quality Technician II - Night Shift

DBA-Verwaltungs-Gmbh; Joplin (MO); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/dental/vision insurance

Life insurance

401(k) savings plan with company match

Paid holidays and vacation

Well-being benefits

Discount programs

Job summary

DBA-Verwaltungs-Gmbh in Joplin, Missouri, is seeking a Quality Assurance Technician to ensure product safety and quality in food manufacturing. Responsibilities include conducting laboratory tests, analyzing raw materials, and maintaining compliance with GMPs and safety regulations.

The ideal candidate will have strong analytical skills and experience with SAP systems. Benefits include medical insurance, a 401(k) savings plan with company match, and paid time off.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) and safety protocols.
• Ability to perform chemical and physical analyses on materials.
• Demonstrated effective communication skills in a professional setting.

Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with food quality and safety standards.
• Conduct analyses on raw materials and finished products.
• Enter data into the SAP system accurately.
• Perform audits to ensure product integrity.
• Report any out of specification results to management.

Skills

Analytical testing skills

Knowledge of food safety standards

Data entry skills

Communication skills

Problem-solving skills

Tools

SAP system

Laboratory equipment

Job description

Essential Job Functions

• Adhere to all health and safety policies/procedures, Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs) and wear the required personal protective equipment (PPE) while in the warehouse or production areas (including but not limited to hairnets/beard nets, safety glasses, hearing protection, hard toe and slip/oil resistant shoes, appropriate safety gloves, and seatbelts while operating forklifts).
• Responsible to adhere to food quality and food safety as per the standard(s) provided by corporate, customer, and/or governing bodies (ex. SQF).
• Ensure all products being run conform to the customer product specifications as outlined in SAP system, and conduct analysis on raw deliveries, finished batches and treated water.
• Conduct chemical and physical analysis on raw and intermediate processing materials including packaging materials and determine status of materials as acceptable or unacceptable.
• Evaluate finished products against current standards by performing audits to monitor all aspects of finished product and packaging integrity.
• Investigate all out of specification conditions and make recommendations for corrective action and document.
• Enter data into and confirm batches in SAP.
• Check process control parameters to assure proper equipment application and operation is being maintained by performing secure seal, closure torque and seaming checks.
• Effectively perform BBSO audits and provide feedback to the employee observed.
• Can send professional emails as required to provide effective communication to all levels of the organization.
• Understands how to generate a Process Order (COR1) and print batch sheet in emergency situations with Manager approval.
• Stop any production which may be questionable in terms of Food Safety and immediately alert a member of the management team.
• Maintain accurate, legible records of all tests and retests performed. Complete all other required reports (work orders, action reports, etc.) in a timely manner.
• Perform analytical tests required 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 specification results to designated leadership.
• Complete special projects and other reasonable duties as assigned by leadership.
• Has demonstrated Tier I skills have been sustained at an acceptable level with limited supervision.

Benefits

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

Equal Opportunity Employer

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.