Aseptic QA Line Tech - Days

POSITION SUMMARY

The

Quality Line Tech reports to the QA Supervisor and is based out of

our Hendersonville, North Carolina location. This individual will

be responsible for conducting product quality checks throughout the

manufacturing process to ensure products produced at the

Hendersonville plant meet or exceed food safety & food quality

requirements, as well as customer expectations.

Shift : 6am-6pm; This is a 12-hour, 2-2-3

position (On for 2 days, Off for 2 days, On for 3

days)

Pay : $26 per hour, increases to $27.00 per

hour when hired on.

Primary Responsibilities

include :

Conduct standardized analytical tests on juice,

drinks, waters, teas, and concentrates, including pH, Titratable

Acid (TA), vitamin C, Brix, color, clarity, and turbidity, to

ensure compliance with specifications; record results as

applicable.

Use sensory analysis (flavor, odor, visual)

to ensure that products meet specific characteristics at blending

and finished good sections. Along with any other necessary testing

needs that may arise.

Supports bulk and raw material

sampling, testing, and release as needed. Additional testing

includes : sensory, pH, viscosity, Brix, Acid.

Perform

pre-operational verifications and line clearance at the start of

the shift and at flavor / label changes.

Carry out and

document hourly quality line checks analytical, labeling, and

packaging

Accurately maintains records and documents

testing information and results in real time in compliance with

procedures and regulations. Reviews test data and performs release

of finished good products according to procedure.

Identifies, and communicates issues regarding aseptic production

matters.

Ability to define and solve problems, collect

data, establish facts, and draw conclusions.

Document and

provide support for investigations pertaining to quality issues

requiring resolution. Documentation includes : OOS, NCR, and

Deviations

Support product and package analysis on the

Aseptic Line Demonstrates ability to support production lines by

answering quality related questions and ensuring that the

department is meeting the required quality standards

Executes routine Laboratory work and microbial testing of finished

goods, bulk, and raw materials for compliance to identified

organisms of interest under FDA, SQF and other relevant regulatory

Respond to Food Safety and Quality incidents, review,

and verify Critical Control Points and execute the environmental

monitoring program

Assist in sampling, placing items on

QA hold, physically & electronically in QAD, evaluating and

IDing holds for proper disposition.

In coordination with

the Quality Assurance and / or Production Manager, discard or reject

materials not meeting specifications or other

requirements

Assist in performing calibration and logging

results of all lab and floor instrumentation when

requested.

Provide additional QA presence in,

problem-solving and special project management (e.G., rework

operations, downtime activities, etc.)

As part of QA

presence in the plant, make observations and corrections related to

SQF, GMP, regulatory, quality, sanitation, and employee safety

concerns

Participate in employee training

program

Follow safe work practices and is proactive in

implementing safety and housekeeping improvements.

All

other duties as assigned

EDUCATION AND

EXPERIENCE

Minimum Required

Qualification

1 to 3 years relevant experience

High School Diploma or GED Equivalent

Ability to learn

analytical & lab related responsibilities

Ability to

work independently

Excellent verbal and written

communication skills

Ability to direct, coach, and train

others

Computer literate

Detail-oriented and

able to multi-task

Three months of manufacturing

experience

Additional Preferred

Qualifications

Experience in the food / beverage industry

or GMP environment

Experience with microbiology lab

techniques

Credibility and Integrity

Build and

maintain professional relationships

Associate s degree or

higher in general science, food science, microbiology or a related

field