Quality Control Lab Technician (Blue Nights 6:30 PM - 6:30 AM)

Quality Control Lab Technician

Organization Name: Buffalo Rock Company

Website: https://www.buffalorock.com/careers/

Job Department: COR Quality Control

Reports to: Quality Supervisor

Work Schedule: 12-hour shift

Job Type: Regular

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Amount of Travel Required: N/A

Job Description 

Summary/objective

Buffalo Rock is an award-winning Pepsi and Keurig Dr Pepper bottler founded in Birmingham, AL more than 123 years ago. Buffalo Rock manages the best beverage portfolio in the country, which includes several beloved global and regional brands. The Quality Control  Lab Technician position is a key member of the Quality Control team responsible for performing many general functions to support the Quality Control team. This position contributes to the success of the Buffalo Rock Company by ensuring the overall quality of ingredients and finished products in accordance with Company Standards to uphold trademark integrity. The QC Lab Technician is responsible for testing of product and documentation of processes based on specific product requirements. Managing his/her time effectively is a must. Knowledgeable of technical and process knowledge for water treatment/waste water, product batching, product testing, package testing and sensory. Maintains Good Manufacturing Practices with regards to micro/sanitation and general housekeeping, and chemicals. Demonstrates a working knowledge of production equipment (processing and packaging equipment) and its' related impact on overall quality Maintains up-to-date knowledge of process improvements and technical developments. Understands product characteristics, attributes and Quality Control testing procedures. Responds to and proactively reduces consumer complaints.  

Essential functions

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions.

·        Regular and timely attendance is an essential function of this position. Position is required to work all hours necessary to ensure operations function is fulfilled, including nights, weekends, and holidays.

·        Required to walk to assigned line, obtain product and bring to testing area.

·        Required to complete quality tests on obtained samples as instructed to complete testing.

·        Must document results in Infinity system. If a defect is found, supervisor must be notified. Technician will then inform filler operators which product must be removed for further testing.