Quality Assurance Technician

Job Description

Overview :

Primo Brands is a leading branded beverage company in North America with a focus on healthy hydration. We are proud to offer an extensive and iconic portfolio of highly recognizable, sustainably sourced, and conveniently packaged branded beverages distributed across more than 150,000 retail outlets.

If you are a current associate of Primo Brands, please apply via myADP or Success Factors.

Pay : $23 - $24 / hour

Portland, OR

Monday to Friday 12 : 00 PM start time

Responsibilities :

This position is responsible for quality control testing of raw source water, water processing and finished bottled water products to ensure regulatory compliance with the applicable Food and Drug Administration (FDA), State, Local, International Bottled Water Association (IBWA), and Primo Water North America (PWNA) bottled water and beverage safety and quality standards.

Perform microbiological and wet chemistry testing on source water, process and finished product samples in accordance with Standard Methods and PWNA requirements (standard operating procedures and policies).

Maintain detailed and accurate documentation of all analyses and inspections concerning incoming raw materials, water processing treatment equipment and production processes.

Monitor and maintain manufacturing plant quality assurance programs to ensure adherence to established FDA, State, local, IBWA and PWNA standards.

Contribute as a member of the Food Safety team to ensure compliance with all applicable bottled water and beverage safety and quality standards.

Work with production and maintenance departments on various projects as necessary and appropriate.

Assist with cleaning and sanitization (Clean-In-Place (CIP) duties for the water processing equipment and production areas as necessary and appropriate, according to regulatory standards.

Manage multiple tasks and priorities while maintaining detailed and accurate records, quality and safety standards.

Understand and use water processing and mineral batching computer controls to effectively changeover production lines for different bottled water type production runs ensuring all quality control testing is within Primo Water North America specification (s).

Maintain an organized and clean work environment.

Perform other tasks as directed.

Qualifications :

Microbiology, Food Science, Biology, Chemistry or related field experience.

Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills with strong written and oral communication skills.

Ability to make quality decisions independently and works well with limited supervision, both individually and as a team.

Understanding Food Safety principles and Current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP).

Understanding of Good Laboratory Practices (GLPs) and aseptic sampling and handling techniques to collect samples for microbiological analysis including : E. coli, Total Coliform and Heterotrophic Plate count (HPC).

Ability to pass the International Bottled Water Association (IBWA) Certified Plant Operator (CPO) exam and maintain the certification.

Ability to become a Preventive Controls Qualified Individual (PCQI) as part of the FDA Food Safety Modernization Act (FSMA) requirements.

Ability to become a Safe Quality Food (SQF) Practitioner (Only required in MV & CAN).

Ability to support regulatory and internal audits.

Ability to stoop, bend, lift and twist on a regular basis.

Ability to work overtime as needed.

Ability to stand for long periods of time.

Ability to repeatedly lift 50 pounds.

Working knowledge of MS Word, Excel and PowerPoint.

Primo Brands’ established portfolio includes billion-dollar brands Poland Spring® and Pure Life®, premium brands like Saratoga® and Mountain Valley®, regional leaders such as Arrowhead®, Deer Park®, Ice Mountain® Ozarka®, and Zephyrhills®, purified brands, Primo Water® and Sparkletts®, and flavored and enhanced brands like Splash® and AC+ION®.  Our extensive direct-to-consumer offerings and industry-leading line-up of innovative water dispensers create consumer connectivity through recurring water purchases across Water Direct, Water Exchange, and Water Refill. At Primo Brands, our more than 11,000 associates are at the heart of what we do and deliver on our mission to provide healthy hydration to consumers wherever, however and whenever they want it. We believe in fostering a respectful culture, which values our associates who are deeply invested in quality hydration, our communities, and the sustainability of our packaging and water sources for generations to come.

Primo Brands is proud to be an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer, seeking to create a welcoming and diverse environment. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, transgender status, sexual stereotypes, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. We also consider qualified applicants with criminal histories, consistent with applicable federal, state, and local law.

Candidates must possess strong English language skills to effectively communicate with customers and provide exceptional service. Proficiency in English is essential for understanding customer needs, resolving inquiries, and collaborating with team members.