Technician Laboratory - 2nd Shift

Coca-Cola Bottling Co. Consolidated; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 39,702 - 42,746; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career Growth

401(k) match + health coverage + ESPP

Purpose-Driven

Professional Development

Job summary

Coca-Cola Bottling Co. Consolidated in Nashville is seeking a Laboratory Technician. You will test and monitor finished beverages and water treatment to ensure compliance with QA specs and regulatory requirements.

The technician calibrates lab instruments and inputs data per record of results into the LDMS. Ideal candidates have a high school diploma or GED, up to 12 months of work experience, and the ability to work a 2:00 PM – 10:30 PM shift with weekend rotation.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• Knowledge acquired through up to 12 months of work experience.
• Willingness to work weekends/holidays as needed.

Responsibilities

• Performs tests to ensure product and package quality in line with specifications and regulations.
• Maintains and calibrates lab equipment for accurate measurements.
• Maintains testing records and enters results into the LDMS data management system.
• Performs water treatment quality tests per company specs.
• Creates quality holds on finished products for containment and investigation when tests fail.

Skills

Follow SOPs

Laboratory environment

Microbial knowledge

Excel proficiency

Manufacturing experience

Stand/walk 25lbs

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Requisition ID: 261194

Locations: Nashville

Pay Range: $28.82 - $31.03 Hourly, depending on experience

Schedule: Monday - Friday: 2:00 PM - 10:30 PM, with weekend rotation every 3 weeks (hours on Sat/Sun are 10am - 10pm), holiday work and overtime per business needs.

Job Overview

The TechnicianLaboratory tests and monitors finished beverage products and water treatment to ensure results are in accordance with company quality assurance specifications and regulatory requirements. The TechnicianLaboratory calibrates lab instruments and inputs data per record of results.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Performs tests to ensure product and package quality of finished beverage products are within company quality specifications and regulatory requirements
• Maintains and calibrates lab equipment to ensure measurement accuracy
• Maintains testing and calibration records and results through data entry into the Lab Data Management System (LDMS)
• Performs water treatment quality tests following company quality specifications and regulatory requirements
• Creates quality holds on finished beverage products for containment and investigation when quality tests do not meet specifications

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

• Ability to follow work instructions and adhere to standard operating procedures
• Understanding of a laboratory environment and laboratory practices preferred
• Basic microbial knowledge and aseptic techniques
• Basic computer skills including Microsoft Excel experience preferred
• Experience in a manufacturing environment preferred
• Ability to work in a fast-paced food manufacturing environment with seasonal temperatures, flexible shifts, and weekend and holiday work based on business needs unless specified otherwise by a CBA
• Ability to stand for extended periods of time, walk manufacturing floor, climb stairs, and lift up to 25lbs.

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED
• Knowledge acquired through up to 12 months of work experience

Preferred Qualifications

N/A

Work Environment

Noisy, wet, and extreme temperature environment

Benefits

• Career Growth: Clear pathways to advance and develop your career
• Competitive Benefits: 401(k) match + health coverage + employee stock purchase plan
• Purpose-Driven: Create meaningful impact in the communities you serve
• Professional Development: Dedicated training + personalized mentorship

Equal Opportunity Employer

Equal Opportunity Employer - All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.