Quality Assurance Technician

We are proud to be the #1 bottled water company in the country! With our headquarters in Greenwich, CT, we have over 8,000 employees in the U.S. supporting more than 14 top-selling brands, including Arrowhead, Calistoga, San Pellegrino, Perrier, Poland Springs, Deer Park, Ice Mountain, Nestle Pure Life, Zephyrhills and Ozarka.

Our Home and Office Delivery division provides product delivery and premier customer service to both residential and commercial customers. Products delivered range from 3, and 5-gallon water bottles and case products to coffee service and accessories.


JOB TITLE: QA Technician
REPORTS TO: QA Manager
SHIFT: Must be available to work any/all shifts, holidays and overtime on occasion if business needs change.

JOB SUMMARY and DESCRIPTION
A person in this position will support all Quality Assurance activities related to maintaining Nestle and governmental food safety standards. This person will be required to perform tasks associated with GMPs, HACCP, FTQ/FR and continuous improvement programs. In addition, this person will work with the Production department for sanitation support and quality assurance of processing equipment.

RESPONSIBILITIES
-Execute microbiology tests on raw materials, water sources, in-process samples, environmental samples, and finished products in accordance with corporate requirements
-Execute chemistry tests on raw materials, water sources, in-process samples, and finished products in accordance with corporate requirements
-Record microbiology and chemistry results, interpret data, and formulate action plans to establish corrective and preventive measures
-Train employees in function-specific quality control tasks, standards, and responsibilities
-Verify production technician test accuracy through duplicate analysis
-Formulate mineral batches and verify concentrations
-Calibrate UV disinfection treatment systems
-Recondition ozone disinfection equipment sensors
-Perform instrument calibration and maintenance
-Support management of the sensory program
-Complete internal proficiency testing trials
-Maintain Good Laboratory Practices (GLP)
-Monitor factory GMPs and correct any substandard conditions
-Maintain quality records and paperwork
-Support the QA department and plant operations as necessary to maintain high standards of quality


REQUIREMENTS
-Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
-Ability to stand, bend, stoop, and lift at least 50 lbs
-At least 2 years\' relevant work experience, manufacturing experience a plus
-Excellent communication skills and the ability to interact with other team members
-Computer proficiency in SAP and standard Microsoft Office Software
-Ability to multi-task in a fast paced environment
-One year experience in laboratory environment preferred
-B.S. or two year degree with an emphasis in science preferred

TO APPLY
Please click on the Apply Now button to begin our online application process. Please mention that you found this QA opportunity from the EmploymentGuide.com.

This is a tremendous opportunity in a continuously growing organization. We are proud to offer competitive salary and benefits, excellent advancement opportunities, and a positive, values-based work environment.

We are an AA/EEO employer. Women and minorities are encouraged to apply.