Coca-Cola Southwest Beverages · 1 day ago
Quality Assurance Tech, Lead (Nights)
Abilene, TX
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$25.81/hr - $35.50/hr
2+ years expCoca-Cola Southwest Beverages is seeking a Quality Assurance Tech, Lead to ensure compliance and effectiveness of the sanitation program at their facility. The role involves leading the execution of the Master Sanitation Program and microbiology requirements, as well as providing training and oversight to team members.
Food and BeverageManufacturingPackaging Services
Responsibilities
Monitoring the completion of Master Sanitation Program requirements
Reviewing cleaning and sanitizing activity and records for both manual and automated cleaning processes to identify gaps that could or are leading to microbiological growth
Conducting actual microbiological sampling, plating, and reading activities
Generate reports for leadership on the effectiveness of the Master Sanitation Program
Initiate and lead Master Sanitation Program related corrective actions
Provide sanitation and microbiology training to other team members in production, maintenance, and quality assurance
Demonstrate an in-depth knowledge of the applicable Quality Manuals/Policies
Responsible for the development, support, implementation and maintenance of the QA Departments part in the ISO systems (Food Safety, Safety, Quality and Environmental) as required
Responsible for selecting sites for weekly pre-operational inspection
Maintain laboratory Standard Operating Procedures and Safety Manuals
Responsible for inventorying and submitting purchase requests for Micro related laboratory supplies
Perform CCNA proficiency test for microbiological analysis when required
Responsible for preparing microbiological test media's aseptically
Responsible for training new QA techs on microbiological analysis including sample collection, dilutions, plating, reading and use of aseptic techniques
Responsible for verification of Daily incubator temperatures
Responsible for conducting research and special projects as and when required
Keep Quality Assurance Supervisor, Lead Lab Tech and Production Supervisor informed on any quality issues throughout shift
Responsible for assisting with any announced & unannounced audits
Responsible for having a flexible schedule to meet the demands of the business needs
Communicate daily/weekly microbiological results to management
Track, monitor, and implement preventive maintenance of applicable QA equipment
Complete the train the trainer course. Perform training as necessary
Demonstrate and in-depth understanding of Infinity QS SPC system. Troubleshoot Infinity software
Ability to monitor, operate, and troubleshoot water treatment system as necessary
Ability to collect and submit required water samples for THMs, monthly sodium analysis and annual water testing
Ensure Master Sanitation Schedule is followed for assigned QA areas
Must comply with all Company Food Safety, Safety, Quality and Environmental Policies and Standards, including facility/company GMP Policy
Must comply with all Company Safety policies and Standards. Proper safety attire is required
Qualification
Required
High School diploma or GED; Bachelor's or Associates Degree in Food Science, Technical/Engineering Field, Continuous Improvement/Project Management preferred
Technical training in food microbiology or overall microbiology required; training must include sampling techniques, plating techniques, plate reading, and overall good practices in microbiology; Actual demonstrated working experience greater than two years in microbiology may be accepted as a replacement for training
Two years of food microbiology program experience required; experience in a beverage manufacturing industry preferred
Experience working within an ISO management system or USDA/FDA environment required
Minimum 1 year of experience in an auditing or inspecting against organizational standards role. Prefer ISO Auditor Certification
Proficient in Microsoft Office Applications – EXCEL, WORD, Power-Point, Outlook, SAP
Experience in training others required
Ability to interact with multiple levels of leadership, generate clear and concise written reports, and interact with teams in problem solving activities required
Preferred
Bachelor's or Associates Degree in Food Science, Technical/Engineering Field, Continuous Improvement/Project Management
Experience in a beverage manufacturing industry preferred
Experience with statistical analysis preferred
Prefer ISO Auditor Certification
Benefits
Additional earning opportunities may include performance-based incentives, quarterly bonuses, referral bonuses, and comprehensive benefits.
Company
Coca-Cola Southwest Beverages
Dallas-based Coca-Cola Southwest Beverages (CCSWB), a company of Arca Continental, is one of the largest Coca-Cola bottlers in the United States.
5001-10000 employees
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Human Resources Business Partner
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