Lead - Quality Control Technician

THE ROLE:

• This position will report to the: QC Supervisor
• Travel Requirement: No
• Location: Onsite
• FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
• Employment Category: Full Time Regular
• Pay Range: $20-$22

Generous Brands is dedicated to inspiring people to thrive through the power of vibrant nutrition through its leading brands, Bolthouse Farms, Evolution Fresh and our joint venture with Sambazon. Bolthouse Farms is the preeminent provider of chilled juice, smoothies, and protein drinks. Evolution Fresh - is the premier, cold-pressed juice brand and maker of the new Real Fruit Soda. Through our integrated partnership with Sambazon we produce and sell their high-quality Açaí beverages.

Formerly known as Bolthouse Farms – Generous Brands was born out of the independence from its carrot operations and is poised to be the “World’s Largest Beverage Start-Up.” Currently we have 1000 employees located across the country at our hubs/facilities in Bakersfield, CA, Rancho Cucamonga, CA & Chicago, IL.

You can connect with our brands on their socials - Bolthouse Farms (LinkedIn, Instagram and TikTok ) and Evolution Fresh (LinkedIn, Instagram and TikTok).

WHAT YOU’LL BE RESPONSIBLE FOR IN THIS ROLE

The Quality Control Technician Lead will assist and monitor production and product quality to ensure all products meet the established specifications. The Quality Control Technician Lead will assist QC Supervisor in performing the development, maintenance and implementation of the quality systems and food safety programs. Will provide support and direction to Quality Control Technicians.

JOB DUTIES:

• Train and review of methodologies, SOP’s, performance and techniques of QC personnel by working with QC supervisors including calibration of equipment to assure accuracy and repeatability of test results
• Ensure all analytical and production check frequencies are being met
• Monitor compliance to specifications, methods, and procedures, GMP, HACCP and food safety programs through records review
• Conduct routine plant inspections to verify compliance to quality and food safety programs and regulatory requirements
• Assist in the investigation of customer complaints and holds for non-conformance
• Monitor quality and status of products in inventory
• Monitor CIP systems and documentation to ensure proper cleaning. Validate records and compliance to established parameters
• Perform routine sanitation inspection and verify efficacy with associated equipment through visual inspection and microbiological testing
• Review Food Safety and Quality Records
• Other duties as assigned

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s degree in Food Science or related experience and or/training; or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Supervisory experience in quality assurance in a food or beverage manufacturing would be a plus
• Experience in food plant sanitation
• Knowledgeable in HACCP, GMPs, food safety, plant audits, sanitation and other state and federal regulatory
• HACCP & SQF Certification would be a plus
• Excellent skills in Microsoft Office Suite: Microsoft Excel, Word and Access
• Valid California Drive License

ADDITIONAL REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Ability to organize, supervise and direct a diverse work force
• Must be goal oriented and results driven
• Ability to manage multiple priorities
• Strong technical and organizational skills with a high sense of urgency and flexibility
• Must have demonstrated ability to work independently without daily supervision or monitoring
• Excellent communication skills, both written and oral

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• 3- 5 experience in food manufacturing or food production preferred

PHYSICAL DEMANDS & ENVIRONMENTAL HAZARDS:

• The work environment for this position will be typical of the manufacturing facility. There are portions of the job that will require working in cold (< 40°F) environments and in warm environments (>90°F), loud environments, in proximity of chemicals as well as the laboratory environment. For short periods of time there is work in a frozen (<0°F) environment.
• Must be able to work in a wet, cold or hot environment
• Must be able to lift 30lbs

HOURS & WORKDAYS:

• 2nd shift (2:00pm-10:30pm) when business requires overtime and weekends will be mandatory.

WHAT WE OFFER

Our rich benefits packages are designed to support the health and well-being of both our eligible co-workers and their families.

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Group Life and AD&D
• Voluntary Life and AD&D
• Group Short-Term Disability
• Group Long-Term Disability
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Employee Assistance Program
• 401(k)
• Paid Time Off

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY
We are an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering a culturally diverse organization. We strive for inclusiveness and a workplace where mutual respect is paramount. We encourage applications from a diverse pool of candidates, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, or veteran status. We will provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities, as needed, to assist them in performing essential job functions.

REASONABLE ACCOMMODATIONS
Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. If you are interested in applying for employment with Generous Brands and need special assistance to apply for a posted position, or if you believe you do not meet any of the required qualifications of a posted position due to a protected disability and would like to explore the possibility of an accommodation, please contact our Talent Acquisition team at talentacquisition@bolthouse.com.

RECRUITMENT AGENCIES:
Generous Brands does not accept unsolicited agency resumes. Generous Brands is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes.

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