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Keurig Dr Pepper Inc. · 19 hours ago

Quality Technician

St Louis, MO

Full-time

Onsite

Mid Level

$31.30/hr - $32.99/hr

3+ years exp

Keurig Dr Pepper Inc. is a leading beverage company in North America, known for its extensive portfolio of brands. The Quality Control Technician II is responsible for ensuring that all products meet quality and safety standards through laboratory testing, quality inspections, and maintaining accurate records to support production and compliance efforts.

CoffeeFood and BeverageManufacturing

Responsibilities

Prepare reagents and solutions, perform instrument calibrations and standardizations, and conduct analytical testing (pH, acidity, density, Brix, particle size, absorbance/transmittance, assays). Calculate batch adjustments as needed. File and maintain retained samples for shelf-life studies and investigative testing

Conduct sensory evaluations of raw materials, in-process samples, and finished products to assess appearance, aroma, flavor, and mouthfeel. Compare results against specifications and sensory standards to ensure consistency, detect off-notes, and support product release decisions. Document findings and escalate deviations as appropriate

Maintain the SAP database by entering analytical and qualitative results, and blocking stock when issues are identified. Notify relevant business functions of problems, evaluate non-conformance data, and make recommendations for corrective actions

Verify that all products meet quality specifications through inspections of sanitation, recipe compliance, labeling, fill weights, packaging configuration, and food safety. Document findings, issue reports on deviations, and calculate statistical results for KPI reporting

Maintain accurate and timely documentation of laboratory testing and product evaluations. Upload relevant documentation to shared systems / databases, ensure compliance with retention policies, and provide documentation to support investigations, audits, and customer inquiries

Perform internal audits of compounding, packaging, and finished goods storage areas. Document observations, identify gaps, and recommend improvements to strengthen compliance and efficiency

Perform basic microbiological testing and environmental monitoring as required (e.g., plating, air/water sampling, yeast and mold counts, and sanitation verification). Document results and escalate out-of-spec findings

Maintain inventory of laboratory supplies—including chemicals, instrumentation materials, microbiological supplies, and sample containers—to ensure adequate availability and prevent testing delays

Other duties as assigned by the manager, supervisor, and lead

Qualification

Laboratory instrumentationAnalytical testingMicrobiological testingSAP data systemsMathematics proficiencyVisual inspectionSensory testingCommunicationTeamworkProblem solving

Required

Associate degree in a math- or science-related field preferred. Equivalent experience (3+ years in an analytical laboratory or experience as a Quality Technician I) may be substituted

Experience with laboratory instrumentation and SAP data systems preferred

Proficiency in basic computer applications, mathematics, and verbal communication, with the ability to accurately input and manage information. Must be able to learn specific system transactions related to production processes

Strong communication skills with the ability to work effectively in a team environment

Demonstrated ability to apply mathematical concepts and reasoning skills to problem solving and data interpretation

Ability to stand or walk for extended periods in a manufacturing environment

Ability to frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds

Ability to perform visual inspections of products and materials

Ability to perform sensory testing, which requires the ability smell and taste product for quality purposes

Preferred

Associate degree in a math- or science-related field preferred. Equivalent experience (3+ years in an analytical laboratory or experience as a Quality Technician I) may be substituted

Experience with laboratory instrumentation and SAP data systems preferred