Quality Control Technician

Summary

Continuously monitor finished product quality by performing inspections, testing, and pre- and post-operational checks to ensure GMP compliance and regulatory standards. Conduct visual and analytical testing of in-process and finished products, including pH, conductivity, Brix, and TA measurements. Maintain accurate and organized documentation of test results and packaging verifications such as bottles, labels, and trays. Communicate non-conformances promptly to quality and production management and complete line setup and sanitation checklists. Promote a safe and clean work environment by adhering to safety standards including GMPs, SQF, HACCP, and LOTO, while maintaining thorough documentation.

Responsibilities

• Continuously monitor the quality of the finished product, obtaining knowledge and experience for conducting inspections and testing, completing pre-operational and post-operational checks, ensuring good manufacturing practices are maintained by employees, and ensuring beverages produced meet internal and regulatory standards.
• Conduct visual inspections, and analysis of in-process and finished products including but not limited to; verifying levels of pH, conductivity, Brix, and TA.
• Maintain accurate documentation of testing results, and verification of the packaging elements (bottles, labels, trays) and production quality testing temperature, torque, and volume.
• Communicate any non-conformances identified through observation, sensory testing or analytical testing to quality and production management.
• Complete post and pre-operational checklist verifying line setup (label type, bottle type and size and variable packaging types), and sanitation of line.
• Promote a culture of safety and reporting any unsafe conditions, equipment malfunctions or potential hazards immediately.
• Maintain safe and clean working environment by performing housekeeping complying with GMPs SQF HAACP, LOTO and general workplace safety standards
• Must maintain accurate documentation that is legible, and organized
• Must follow good manufacturing practices
• Must ensure food safety and quality are maintained by following regulations and company guidelines
• Participate in ongoing training related to job duties, safety, equipment operation, and product handling.
• Perform other duties as directed by management
• These responsibilities are considered essential functions of the role and must be able to be performed with or without reasonable accommodation.

Required Qualifications

· Must be at least 18 years of age or older

· 1 year of Quality Assurance or Control Experience

Education / Certificates

· High School Diploma or Equivalent

Physical Requirements

• Prolonged standing of 6 or more hours
• Ability to perform repetitious work.
• Ability to lift 50 lbs.
• Ability to stand up to 80% of shift.
• Squatting, and pushing/pulling up to 30% of shift.
• Twisting, grasping, reaching, turning, stooping, and lifting up to 80% of shift.
• Repetitive Tasks and motions
• Operation of pallet jacks and/or forklift operation

Location: 100 Ceramic Tile Dr, Morganton, NC 28655

Work Environment:

• Work areas consist of both indoor and outdoor warehouse setting, concrete flooring, moderate noise levels, and led lighting
• Fast paced Automated machinery and equipment for processing and production
• Warehouse is not climate controlled; temperatures very based on seasonal changes providing exposure to heat, cold, humidity and dust

Expected Hours: Variable shifts; production lines run 24 hours / 7 days a week and requires all employees to have open availability, including but not limited to working weekends, evenings, holidays.

Matrix Bottling Group, LLC is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws regarding non-discrimination and workplace accommodation. In accordance with Title VII of the Civil Rights Act, The American with Disabilities Act (ADAA) we do not discriminate against any employ or candidate based on race, color, religion (including religious dress and grooming practices), sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin (including language restrictions), age, disability (physical, intellectual/developmental, or mental health), pregnancy, genetic information, marital status, military or veteran status, political affiliation, ancestry, domestic violence victim status or any other protected characteristic.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $17.00 - $22.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person

Salary : $17 - $22