Quality Assurance Analyst II

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Function Related Activities/Key Responsibilities

• Performs daily laboratory analyses of ingredients and beverage base/concentrate.
• Assure the functioning of an area of the laboratory, including but not limited to:
• Correct SOP's are being properly followed
• Records are complete, accurate and timely
• Good laboratory practices are being followed
• Chemical wastes are properly disposed
• Laboratory is clean and organized
• SPC, calibration and maintenance of instruments are done as required
• Standards are prepared and handled properly
• Retention samples are collected and handled as required
• Results and dispositions are reported in a timely manner
• Resolution of problems with ingredients and finished products
• Performs analyses using wet chemical and general laboratory instrumentation (pH, titrators, analytical balances, density meters, spectrophotometer, GC, HPLC)
• Releases products and ingredients
• Performs and interprets microbiological analyses on ingredients and products that are micro sensitive to ensure the quality and shelf life of products and ingredients
• Works with production to ensure accuracy of batch composition
• Monitors plant to ensure high sanitary standards are maintained and inspects production lines, equipment, and setup for compliance with concentrate manufacturing and quality standards
• Trouble shoots production process problems based on analyses and data interpretation
• Investigates and finds solutions to distressed batches and immediately communicates the situation to QA senior Analyst and QA manager
• Perform chemical analyses using instrumental or non-instrumental methods (wet chemical methods) or methods in order to determine the composition of samples.
  
  

Education Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree Required
  
  

Related Work Experience

• 2 years of work experience in relevant related field.
  
  

Functional Skills

• Laboratory Practices/testing: Knowledge and application of Good Laboratory Practices (e.g., handling of chemicals and glassware, preparation of standards and reagents, proper measuring techniques, data management, housekeeping).
• Instrumental Analysis: Ability to analyze ingredients, syrups, beverages, concentrates or other substances using laboratory instruments. This includes preparation of analytical standards and standard curves.
• Ingredients: Knowledge of key ingredients used in production of concentrates and beverage bases (e.g., caramel, citric acid, benzoate, juice, phosphoric acid, maltodentrin).
  
  

Disclaimer

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by the incumbent.They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required

Pay Range:$58,700 - $79,400

Base pay offered may vary depending on geography, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. A full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits, dependent on the position, is offered.

Annual Incentive Reference Value Percentage:7.5

Annual Incentive reference value is a market-based competitive value for your role. It falls in the middle of the range for your role, indicating performance at target.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.