Quality Control Associate

Overview/Function: The Quality Control Associate (swing role) supports our lab and syrup room operations, performing microbiological testing, conducting sensory evaluations, and also aiding syrup room batchers and quality lab technicians during normal operations. Additionally, the role holds back-up job responsibilities for lab technicians or syrup batchers in their absence.

Major Responsibilities:

• Conduct microbiological testing to ensure product safety and quality.
• Perform sensory evaluations to product attributes and consistency.
• Support batchers in the syrup room by monitoring processes and ensuring quality standards are met.
• Assist lab technicians with laboratory QC testing and analysis.
• Perform qualitative and quantitative analysis of incoming, in process, and finished materials using standardized procedures. (Including, but not limited to visual, pH, Titratable Acidity, Brix, Organoleptic, Carbon Dioxide, Density, Total Dissolved Solids, Microbiological Sampling, and testing, etc.)
• Provide back-up coverage for lab technicians and syrup batchers ensuring continuity of operations.
• Perform standardized quality samplings and audits during production runs; organize collected data into electronic logbooks, databases, and report variances and non-conformities to plant management.
• Document test results, inspections, and evaluations accurately.
• Coordinate the preparation of syrup batches with the needs of the production lines.
• Understand and follow mixing, piping and valve systems processes.
• Clean and sanitize tanks, pumps, hoses, and equipment.
• Collaborate with team members to identify and implement quality improvements.
• Participate in training sessions to enhance quality control skills and knowledge.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization in the lab and syrup room.
• Follow all ISO Management System Process(es).
• Other duties as assigned.

Experience & Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or GED preferred.
• Minimum of two years of work experience in production and/or manufacturing environment, OR direct quality lab technician experience is required.
• Previous food-grade manufacturing background and keen understanding of food safety regulations is desired. Previous food and beverage manufacturing and equipment experience is also highly desired.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail and accuracy are required. The ability to follow procedures, understand, interpret, and effectively communicate technical data are essential.
• Working knowledge in Industrial Microbiology is preferred.
• Familiarity with lab safety and handling of hazardous materials.
• Must be an excellent team-player with good interpersonal communication skills to effectively interact with multiple departments and maintain excellent interdepartmental relationships.
• Ability to perform basic laboratory skills in a safe manner.
• Highly motivated self-starter, with the ability to work with minimal oversight.
• Strong computer comprehension capabilities, including Word, Excel, and various quality system applications.
• Prior forklift experience is preferred.
• Flexible with the ability to adapt to varying situations and ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Regular, consistent attendance is an essential job function.

Additional:

• While performing the duties of this job, the team member is regularly required to talk and hear.
• This position spends the majority of their time standing/walking throughout the production floor and in the lab. As a result, they should expect a fast-paced production environment with loud noises, moving equipment, vibrations, vapors, and a wet environment.
• The role frequently lifts and/or moves items up to 70 pounds. (Moving equipment and tools will be provided to reduce strains and injury.)
  
  
  
  • Further lifting requirements are:
  • Lift 50 pounds up to shoulder height occasionally.
  • Lift up to 30 pounds above the head occasionally.
  • Carry up to 20 pounds up six stairs occasionally.
  • Push carts with 55 gallon drums up an incline using 100 pounds of force occasionally.
  • Carry up to 70 pounds up six stairs occasionally.
  • Tip and pour from a 70-pound container at shoulder height occasionally.
  
  
  
  
• Reaching, pushing, and pulling objects, occasionally using up to 20 pounds of force.
• Climb stairs frequently in a wet environment.
• Occasionally enter/exit the cab of a forklift.
• The role involves constant standing/walking. Pulling, twisting, grasping, reaching, bending, kneeling, sitting, stooping, crouching, crawling, climbing, and typing will be required.
• The typical workdays are Monday-Friday, with varied hours based on production schedule needs. Some evening and weekend work may be required.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus. This person will be exposed to water, cleaning products, and beverage ingredients.
• Appropriate PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) will be provided to comply with safety and GMP requirements.
• This role is considered a safety sensitive position.

Note: No posting can contain a fully comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required in this role. Atlantic Coca-Cola Bottling Company offers a dynamic, ever-changing environment requiring flexibility and a willing, team-based attitude. Some duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time, with or without notice.

To ensure the safety of our employees, our customers, and our products, Atlantic Coca-Cola Bottling Company offers a drug-free workplace. Employees are subject to pre-employment/post-offer physical, drug screen, and random drug testing.

More About Us! Our company culture thrives on the hard work and dedication of our employees, who are the key to our success. As a family-owned business, we prioritize a work environment of belonging and family. This is evident in our culture, benefits and work practices.

We foster an inclusive and transparent environment relying on open communication and trust, and believe collaboration is essential for achieving success. The best ideas are born from great partnerships which is why we encourage all team members to think innovatively towards delivering exceptional service to our customers.

In addition to our tremendous culture, we offer competitive pay and industry-leading benefits:

• Flexible and non-traditional scheduling such as evenings, part-time, and 4-day week opportunities for certain roles
• Industry-leading safety culture
• myCareer development, training, and tuition assistance
• Wellness focus with discounted gym memberships and mental health benefits including free counseling sessions
• Recognition program & milestone celebrations
• Coca Cola perks, discounts, and swag
• Paid parental leave
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Health, Dental, and Vision insurance
• 401K with company match and profit sharing
• Approachable and collaborative leadership
• Regular performance feedback and employee survey opportunities

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