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Heartland Coca-Cola · 6 hours ago

Quality Assurance Area Specialist

Olathe, KS

Full-time

Onsite

Entry Level

$60K/yr - $70K/yr

1+ years exp

Heartland Coca-Cola Bottling Company produces and distributes high-quality beverages. The Quality Assurance Area Specialist is responsible for overseeing equipment management, quality management systems, and ensuring compliance with safety standards.

Consumer GoodsFood and BeverageManufacturingSales

Responsibilities

Ensure all Quality Assurance equipment and systems meet Heartlands safety program standards, and industry best practices

Conduct regular safety inspections, report hazards, and promote a culture of safety among team members

Share comprehensive knowledge of testing equipment and mixing/batching technologies with cross-functional teams, ensuring a thorough understanding of system architecture, capabilities, and applications

Monitor equipment performance, troubleshoot issues, and perform routine maintenance

Collaborate with technical support for equipment upgrades and software updates

Provide guidance and training to Quality Assurance personnel on equipment operations and maintenance

Support the design and integration process of Quality Assurance equipment systems for various departments, including assessing customer needs, selecting appropriate technologies, and overseeing implementation

Assist with the development and delivery of training programs for all departments to enhance their understanding of our equipment technologies, maintenance, troubleshooting, quality policies, and procedures

Stay current with emerging trends and advancements in Quality Assurance systems and equipment technologies

Proactively identifying opportunities for improvement and innovation

Act as a point of contact for resolving complex technical issues related to QA/Mixing/Batching equipment, Quality Systems, providing guidance and recommendations for efficient solutions

Analyze data and performance metrics from equipment operations, identify areas for improvement, and work collaboratively to optimize system efficiency

Perform micro sampling and platting

Verification, calibration, and maintenance of syrup room equipment to ensure accurate results

Able to perform, verify, and assist blending syrup batches for multiple flavors, including carbonated and non-carbonated beverages

Inventory and control raw goods needed to build syrup batches in accordance with the production schedule

Orders chemicals, lab supplies, and concentrates as needed to support production

Updates SAP with syrup usage data

Review daily documentation from employees and their line quality checks

Ensures all quality checks, food safety regulations, start-ups, safety operations, etc. are being followed consistently and accurately

Monitor and report on any inconsistencies in employee documentation to the QA Manager

Isolate products that do not meet standards and report non-conformities to plant management

Collaborate with department leaders, plant engineers, and customers to ensure successful execution, timely delivery, and customer satisfaction

Qualification

Food Quality AssuranceQuality Management SystemsTechnical CertificationSAPContinuous ImprovementLEANSix SigmaAnalytical skillsBasic math skillsLab safety knowledgeAttention to detailOrganizational skillsCross-functional collaboration