Back to jobsVerify that lab equipment is functioning properly by performing and documenting calibrations on a daily or weekly basis depending on equipment
Conduct physical and chemical analysis such as brix, moisture, acidity, pH, etc of beverages, syrups, flavors and raw materials throughout the entire production process
Perform sensory analysis on all bulks and finished product throughout the shift
Conduct filling line quality inspections on the production floor which includes temperature checks, torques, weights and packaging checks
Verify effectiveness of cleaning and sanitation procedures by performing pre and post-operational inspections of production equipment as well as perform ATP swabbing
Ability to confidently make batch adjustments when a product is out of specification such as adding acid or base to a sample
Responsible for placing product on hold when it does not meet quality and/or food safety specifications and communicating to appropriate parties
Upkeep of laboratory to include daily cleaning of benchtops and equipment and restocking of supplies
Support investigations of customer complaint issues as needed
Collecting and sending customers production samples per their requests
Collecting and sending samples required for third party testing
Responsible to adhere to as well as implement and enforce internal standards concerning hygiene, HACCP, food/quality and job safety
Work and communicate closely with production personnel
Maintain an organized, clean, safe & health-conscious work environment
Ability to enter and maintain information in ERP (SAP) system
Maintain and complete batch records for all products
Maintaining upkeep and organization of retain area