Qa Process Tech/ Lab Tech

Responsible for the quality of processes and product (e.g. laboratories studies, testing, production, etc.); facilitates audits and regulatory inspections.

The world’s largest beverage company, The Coca-Cola Company, is currently seeking Technicians to join our manufacturing team in a Quality Assurance role. We’re seeking team-oriented individuals who have a keen eye for the details and who would like to support the organization as we expand upward in new and exciting ways.

What You’ll Do for Us

• Inspect incoming ingredients and perform all required testing as needed.
• Accountable for efficient and accurate quality testing of ingredients and finished products to ensure product and package integrity in accordance with standard operating procedures.
• Operate and perform quality tests on the treated water system.
• Set-up and calibrate test equipment and prepare testing reagents.
• Perform the quality inspection functions for finished products to assure product quality and package integrity is within specifications.
• Monitor inventory of supplies and order materials/supplies as required.
• Perform all required microbiological testing and testing on: Brix, pH, Acid, Assay and Vitamin C when used in the products.
• Complies with all Food Safety/Security policies and procedures and Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP).
• Ensure that all tasks are performed toward achieving the safety, quality, service and cost initiatives.
• Performs mixing operations and of cleaning equipment via computer entries.
• Performs ingredient weight and set-up for mixing batches, concentrate cycle counts and mixes syrup batches in accordance with mixing instructions and procedures.
• Place product and raw materials on hold and complete hold notifications as required.
• Perform all documentation associated with quality checks and data entry.

Qualification & Requirements

• Must successfully pass Aon (behavioral/personality test) assessment test
• Must possess a High school diploma or GED equivalent, Associate degree in Science or related field is preferred.
• Must be able to safely operate a forklift
• Basic knowledge of the lab’s equipment such as: Refractometer, pH meter, Auto titrator, Density Meter, Turbidity Meter are required
• Ability to move at least 65 lbs. a distance of 5 feet and stand and perform repetitive motions for extended periods (2 hours) are required
• Must possess knowledge of sanitation and food handling standards or GMP preferred
• Must be able to maintain a strong level of confidentiality – all formulas are confidential
• Must have strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work efficiently under stressful situations
• Knowledge of OSHA Lock Out Tag Out (LOTO) procedures and an understanding of the control of Hazardous Energy are needed
• Solid math skills are required along with basic reading and writing skills
• 1- 2 years’ experience in quality testing / manufacturing are preferred

What We Can Do For You

• Learning & Development: The ability to learn manufacturing process from a leader in the industry.
• Experience: With a global organization and the opportunity to learn and grow within our state-of-the-art manufacturing facilities.
• Benefits: A full benefits package that starts on day one of employment

Our Purpose and Growth Culture:
We are taking deliberate action to nurture an inclusive culture that is grounded in our company purpose, to refresh the world and make a difference. We act with a growth mindset, take an expansive approach to what’s possible and believe in continuous learning to improve our business and ourselves. We focus on four key behaviors – curious, empowered, inclusive and agile – and value how we work as much as what we achieve. We believe that our culture is one of the reasons our company continues to thrive after 130+ years. Visit Our Purpose and Vision to learn more about these behaviors and how you can bring them to life in your next role at Coca-Cola.

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