Quality Technician-Nights

niagarawater; Carolina (SC); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

Medical coverage

Dental benefits

401(k) with company match

Flexible Spending Accounts

Job summary

Niagara is seeking a Quality Technician-Nights to ensure food safety and quality across the production facility. You will execute QA requirements, calibrate equipment, collect samples, and perform microbial testing under the supervision of the QA Manager.

The role supports 12-hour rotating shifts, requires lifting up to 50 lbs, and collaboration with HACCP and safety teams. Prior manufacturing exposure is preferred for this position.

Qualifications

• Must read, write and communicate in English.
• Must be able to work 12 hour shifts (days or nights) on a rotating schedule.
• Able to lift up to 50 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Ensure all parameters of food safety and quality are adhered to and maintained throughout the facility.
• 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.
• Review food safety and quality records.
• Actively participate in plant teams (HACCP, Safety, etc.).

Skills

Quality control

Laboratory testing

Calibrating equipment

Team collaboration

English proficiency

Education

High School Diploma

Associate's Degree

Tools

Lab equipment

Job description

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

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

Quality Technician-Nights

Responsible for executing corporate and plant specific Food Safety, Quality and Laboratory requirements. The QA Technician reports to 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.

Please note this job description is not designed to contain a comprehensive list of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without prior notice.

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 shift (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 very 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

• Lead Like an Owner Makes safety the number one priority
• Keeps alert for safety issues and escalates immediately
• Effectively prioritizes tasks based on department goals
• Shows respect to others and confronts interpersonal issues directly
• Prioritizes resolution of customer issues effectively
• Responds promptly and honors commitments to internal and external customers
• InnovACT Makes recommendations to continuously improve policies, methods, procedures, and/or products
• Demonstrates adaptability by reacting appropriately to unexpected changes in situations or circumstances
• Increases performance through greater efficiency
• Find a Way Seeks to develop technical knowledge through learning from other experts
• Understands interdepartmental impact of individual decisions and actions
• Seeks solutions rather than placing blame
• Empowered to be Great Consistently looks for ways to improve one's self through growth and development opportunities
• Communicates clearly and promptly up, down, and across
• Communicates effectively to manage expectations

Education

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

Certification/License

• Required: N/A
• Preferred: HACCP

Foreign Language

• Required: Full Professional Proficiency
• Preferred: None Required

Benefits

Our Total Rewards package is thoughtfully designed to support both you and your family:

Regular full-time team members are offered a comprehensive benefits package, while part-time, intern, and seasonal team members are offered a limited benefits package.

• Paid Time Off for holidays, sick time, and vacation time
• Paid parental and caregiver leaves
• Medical, including virtual care options
• Dental
• Vision
• 401(k) with company match
• Health Savings Account with company match
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Expanded mental wellbeing benefits including free counseling sessions for all team members and household family members
• Family Building Benefits including enhanced fertility benefits for IVF and fertility preservation plus adoption, surrogacy, and Doula reimbursements
• Income protection including Life and AD&D, short and long-term disability, critical illness and an accident plan
• Special discount programs including pet plans, pre-paid legal