Kerry · 4 hours ago
QC Tech 3rd Shift - Bethlehem, PA
Pennsylvania, United States
Full-time
Onsite
Entry Level
$21.09/hr - $32.31/hr
1+ years expKerry is the world's leading taste and nutrition company for the food, beverage, and pharmaceutical industries. The company is seeking a meticulous and skilled QC Tech to join their Quality team, responsible for ensuring processes meet quality, safety, and efficiency standards while maintaining accurate documentation and adhering to Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP).
AgricultureFood and Beverage
No H1B
Responsibilities
Perform laboratory tests using approved methods and accurately record results in the SAP system
Follow Good Laboratory Practices (GLP), GMP, and safety protocols
Manage daily lab operations and assist in training new technicians
Maintain and update customer order requirements, including chemical analysis, product approvals, COAs, and specifications
Track and analyze incoming and outgoing products, maintaining accurate records and databases
Maintain product retains and ensure proper documentation
Calibrate lab and plant equipment as needed
Support internal audits of the quality assurance and food safety systems
Manage lab inventory and order supplies when necessary
Maintain product documentation, including MSDS, TDS, and kosher certifications
Analyze test data to determine product acceptability
Make decisions regarding the disposition of finished and incoming materials
Assist in approving packaging and labeling for production use
Qualification
Required
High school diploma required; associate or bachelor's degree in a science-related field preferred
1–3 years of laboratory experience in food science or chemistry preferred
Familiarity with Flavors, Coffee and sensory evaluation
Understanding of quality assurance programs and food safety principles
Basic computer proficiency and ability to learn Kerry-specific software
Strong numerical skills, including percentage calculations
High attention to detail and accuracy
Logical thinking and deductive reasoning skills
Ability to operate and calibrate basic lab testing equipment
Capable of interpreting test data and responding to out-of-specification results
Physically able to work in production environments, including climbing ladders and lifting up to 25 lbs
Comfortable working in varying temperature and humidity conditions
Willingness to handle certain hazardous chemicals and microbiological materials
Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills
Preferred
associate or bachelor's degree in a science-related field
1–3 years of laboratory experience in food science or chemistry
Familiarity with Flavors, Coffee and sensory evaluation
Benefits
Medical
Dental
Vision
Paid time off
A 401(k) plan with employee and company contribution opportunities
Employee Share Plan
Life, disability, and accident insurance
Tuition reimbursement
Company
Kerry
The most innovative portfolio of Taste & Nutrition technologies and Ingredients & Actives for the global food, and beverage industries.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
unknown2017-01-15IPO
Leadership Team
Gerry Behan
Global President and CEO
Alan Barrett
Chief Operating Officer Kerry Ingredients & Flavors - Asia Pacific
Recent News
Food & Drink Business
2025-10-27
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