QC Technician 3rd shift

THE ROLE:

• This position will report to the: Supervisor
• Travel Requirement: None
• FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
• Shift: 3rd shift (10:00pm-6:30am)
• Employment Category: Full time - Regular
• Hourly Pay Rate: $19-$21/hr

Generous Brands is dedicated to inspiring people to thrive through the power of vibrant nutrition through its leading brands Bolthouse Farms Health-Ade and Evolution Fresh. Generous Brands partners with SAMBAZON to manufacture distribute and sell SAMBAZON branded beverages.

Bolthouse Farmsis a pre-eminent provider of chilled juice smoothies shakes and protein drinks. Health-Ade is the fastest growing kombucha brand dedicated to creating bubbly beverages that boost gut health. Evolution Fresh is a premier cold-pressed juice brand with national availability. And SAMBAZON beverages bottle the superfruit power of açaí in juice and natural energy cans.

The company operates its North American business from facilities in Southern California and the Greater Chicago Area. To learn more please visit.

WHAT YOULL BE RESPONSIBLE FOR IN THIS ROLE

The QC Technician will carry out with limited supervision quality analysis and control for production of beverage salad dressing kids tube fiber concentrate and IQF production. The Quality Control Technician will work within the laboratory and the processing facility to perform analytical analysis food safety/quality audits and micro audits/sampling. This position will be required to uphold all WM. Bolthouse Farms Inc. quality/food safety parameters for the products produced.

• Daily audits of production procedures including verification of code dates scales water levels plant GMPs and documentation
• Line audits against established guidelines and frequency
• Conduct daily audits and work with QC Supervisor and production personnel in addressing items that are out of compliance
• Sample collection operation of lab equipment data analysis and entry shipment of sample
• Obtain and examine product retain shelf life samples
• Calibrates and maintain laboratory equipment
• Performs analytical analysis of all in-process and finished goods produced within the APEX facility
• Performs pre-operational in-process and post operation food safety and plant sanitation audits
• Performs microbiological/ATP swabbing of plant equipment and facilities
• Places product on hold if deviations from standards occur
• Completes corrective actions for deviations from standards
• Enforces plant QA hygiene and GMP policies
• Obtains product retain samples for further evaluation
• Completes all quality paperwork in both hard copy and electronic format
• Other duties as assigned

WHAT WERE LOOKING FOR

HOURS & WORKDAYS:

• High School Diploma or equivalent; or three to six months of related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite: Microsoft Excel and Word
• Must be able to work with minimal supervision

ADDITIONAL REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Must be self-motivated and can perform multiple tasks
• Ability to communicate in English including writing speaking and reading reasonable Spanish desired but not mandatory
• Must be teamwork oriented communicate and interact well with others
• Utilize Bolthouse Farms standard operating procedures to prepare and/or analyze various parameters including good laboratory practices and aseptic techniques
• Ability to taste and evaluate finished products
• Ability to differentiate colors to examine product quality difference
• Dependable and can work flexible hours including weekends
• Knowledge of math and science concepts
• Detail oriented and have a good writing ability for clear record keeping

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• 1-2 years experience in food manufacturing or food production preferred
• Bachelors degree in Food Science or related experience and or/training; or equivalent combination of education and experience

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• The work environment for this position will be typical of the manufacturing facility. There are portions of the job that will require working in cold (< 40F) environments and in warm environments (>90F) loud environments in proximity of chemicals as well as the laboratory environment. For short periods of time there is work in a frozen (<0F) environment.
• Must be able to work in a wet cold or hot environment
• Must be able to lift 25lbs - 50lbs

WHAT WE OFFER plus more!

Our rich benefits packages are designed to support the health and well-being of both our eligible team members and families.

• Medical Dental & Vision
• Group Life and AD&D
• Voluntary Life and AD&D
• Group Short & Long-Term Disability
• 401(k)
• Paid Time Off
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Employee Assistance Program
  • Gym Membership Discounts

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY
We are an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering a culturally diverse organization. We strive for inclusiveness and a workplace where mutual respect is paramount. We encourage applications from a diverse pool of candidates and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color ethnicity religion sex age national origin disability sexual orientation gender identity and expression or veteran status. We will provide reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities as needed to assist them in performing essential job functions.

REASONABLE ACCOMMODATIONS
Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. If you are interested in applying for employment with Generous Brands and need special assistance to apply for a posted position or if you believe you do not meet any of the required qualifications of a posted position due to a protected disability and would like to explore the possibility of an accommodation please contact our Talent Acquisition team at .

RECRUITMENT AGENCIES:
Generous Brands does not accept unsolicited agency resumes. Generous Brands is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes.

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