Quality Trainee — Night Shift QA for Beverage Leader

Milo's Tea Co.; Spartanburg (SC); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

100% employer-paid medical premiums

Tuition reimbursement

401K with company match

Life Insurance

Continuous learning opportunities

Parental leave

Volunteer time

Associate Assistance Program

Job summary

Milo’s Tea Company in Spartanburg seeks a Quality Trainee for the PM shift to ensure production quality and safety. The role requires processing samples, performing routine testing, and upholding GMP/SQF standards while coordinating with QA management.

The ideal candidate has an AA degree (or equivalent) with preferred biology/chemistry coursework or related experience. Shift runs 5:30pm–6:00am; overtime/weekends possible, with strong emphasis on food safety and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Associates degree (AA) or equivalent from a two-year college or technical school minimum.
• Bachelor’s degree in Biology, Food Science, or Chemistry is preferred; or three years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Responsibilities

• Ensure products meet Milo’s quality standards and maintain food safety.
• Obtain samples for bacterial plating and daily quality checks.
• Monitor GMP or SQF compliance and document results.
• Maintain laboratory/testing equipment and perform calibrations as scheduled.
• Assist with receipt of raw ingredients and sample testing/review.
• Conduct environmental testing of air, water, and surfaces per schedule.

Skills

Quality assurance

GMP compliance

Laboratory testing

Education

AA degree or equivalent

Bachelor’s degree preferred

Tools

Laboratory equipment

Calibration tools

Job description

Milo’s Tea Company in Spartanburg seeks a Quality Trainee for the PM shift to ensure production quality and safety. The role requires processing samples, performing routine testing, and upholding GMP/SQF standards while coordinating with QA management.

The ideal candidate has an AA degree (or equivalent) with preferred biology/chemistry coursework or related experience. Shift runs 5:30pm–6:00am; overtime/weekends possible, with strong emphasis on food safety and continuous improvement.