What are the responsibilities and job description for the Quality Assurance Technician position at BlueTriton Brands?
BlueTriton is a leading provider of spring and purified water products - the name behind your favorite bottled water brands. We are proud to offer an extensive portfolio of highly recognizable, responsibly sourced, and sustainably packaged spring water in addition to other quality products and services. Get ready to quench your thirst with exciting possibilities when you join BlueTriton for a fiercely good career doing work that matters.
Water might seem simple enough, but there is a lot going on beneath the surface. Working in a factory or warehouse requires rolling up your sleeves to get things done and the tenacity to go the extra mile again and again. We believe the rewards are worth the effort: a business you help shape, a supportive team you learn from, and the chance to have a sustainable impact in which you can truly be proud.
Job Description
We are currently seeking a QA Technician for our manufacturing facility in Saratoga Springs, NY
Compensation: $28.87 / hour
50 cent increases after 90 and 180 days upon successful review
Shift differential for applicable hours worked
Schedule: Monday - Thursday 5:00 - 5:00, Night and Day shift available, Full-Time
Schedule will change to a 3-4 rotation as demand increases
Excellent Benefits: Medical, Dental, and Vision; Paid Time Off; 401K with company match; Company Discounts; Paid Uniforms; Paid Training; Career Advancement Opportunities; Day 1 benefit enrollment!
Key Responsibilities Include:
Perform tests to analyze water samples, including pH, conductivity, turbidity, alkalinity, hardness, and temperature
Online inspection, sanitation, and cleaning activities
Use various types of test equipment in both production and laboratory settings
Communicate with production technicians and leaders to troubleshoot (problem solve or resolve) quality issues
Verify quality checks for line operators as part of the Release Program
Support sanitation activities, line start-ups, and factory projects
Manage items requiring quality hold including non-conforming goods
Support QMS, HACCP, GMP, ICP, micro, sensory, and Release Programs. This may include sample collection, sample analysis, and monitoring of incoming raw materials
Ability to manage documentation and organize information for auditing
Development of SOPs and standards related to food safety and quality
Utilize problem solving tools to support continuous improvement
Qualifications
College level education desired, relevant pursuit of study in a related area a plus
Prior experience performing basic laboratory procedures
Exposure to Quality Assurance or Production in a food or beverage processing facility is preferred but not required
Ability to work self-directed and with a team
Solid communication and interpersonal skills with experience working in a team-based environment
Experience with sanitation and microbiological control systems
Familiarity with food safety and food defense requirements, audit and regulatory environments, microbiological testing, MI and other manufacturing control systems
Ability to interact with various internal contacts to manage the flow of work
Exposure to Fluid processing and the principles of sanitation science
Understanding of good manufacturing practices and HACCP principles is necessary
Computer skills with knowledge of Microsoft applications, SAP experience a plus
Focus on safe work practices and high quality while executing duties with a sense of urgency
Ability to troubleshoot and make independent decisions related to quality and operation excellence
Ability to move/lift 50 lbs and stand on your feet for long periods of time throughout the day
BlueTriton Brands, Inc. (“BlueTriton”) is a water and beverage company in North America that produces and distributes a portfolio of brands of spring water, purified water, and other beverages, which include Poland Spring®, Deer Park®, Ozarka®, Ice Mountain®, Zephyrhills®, Arrowhead®, Origin™, Saratoga®, AC ION®, Pure Life®, B’EAU®, and Splash Refresher™. BlueTriton also owns and operates ReadyRefresh®, a water and beverage delivery service for homes and offices.
Headquartered in Stamford, Connecticut, BlueTriton is a privately held company with operations and distribution primarily in the United States and Canada, employing more than 7,000 employees. BlueTriton manages water resources for long-term sustainability and helps protect more than 20,000 acres of watershed area owned by the company from harm and destruction. The company sources from 56 springs and has 30 production facilities across North America, with some verified to the Alliance for Water Stewardship Standard. BlueTriton is a Water Champion with The Water Council and has committed to be verified under their WAVE program.
BlueTriton Brands is proud to be an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer, seeking to create a welcoming and diverse environment. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, transgender status, sexual stereotypes, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. We also consider qualified applicants with criminal histories, consistent with applicable federal, state, and local law. BlueTriton Brands is committed to providing reasonable accommodation for candidates with disabilities in our recruiting process. If you need any assistance or accommodations due to a disability, please contact us at BlueTritonHR@bluetriton.com
Water might seem simple enough, but there is a lot going on beneath the surface. Working in a factory or warehouse requires rolling up your sleeves to get things done and the tenacity to go the extra mile again and again. We believe the rewards are worth the effort: a business you help shape, a supportive team you learn from, and the chance to have a sustainable impact in which you can truly be proud.
Job Description
We are currently seeking a QA Technician for our manufacturing facility in Saratoga Springs, NY
Compensation: $28.87 / hour
50 cent increases after 90 and 180 days upon successful review
Shift differential for applicable hours worked
Schedule: Monday - Thursday 5:00 - 5:00, Night and Day shift available, Full-Time
Schedule will change to a 3-4 rotation as demand increases
Excellent Benefits: Medical, Dental, and Vision; Paid Time Off; 401K with company match; Company Discounts; Paid Uniforms; Paid Training; Career Advancement Opportunities; Day 1 benefit enrollment!
Key Responsibilities Include:
Perform tests to analyze water samples, including pH, conductivity, turbidity, alkalinity, hardness, and temperature
Online inspection, sanitation, and cleaning activities
Use various types of test equipment in both production and laboratory settings
Communicate with production technicians and leaders to troubleshoot (problem solve or resolve) quality issues
Verify quality checks for line operators as part of the Release Program
Support sanitation activities, line start-ups, and factory projects
Manage items requiring quality hold including non-conforming goods
Support QMS, HACCP, GMP, ICP, micro, sensory, and Release Programs. This may include sample collection, sample analysis, and monitoring of incoming raw materials
Ability to manage documentation and organize information for auditing
Development of SOPs and standards related to food safety and quality
Utilize problem solving tools to support continuous improvement
Qualifications
College level education desired, relevant pursuit of study in a related area a plus
Prior experience performing basic laboratory procedures
Exposure to Quality Assurance or Production in a food or beverage processing facility is preferred but not required
Ability to work self-directed and with a team
Solid communication and interpersonal skills with experience working in a team-based environment
Experience with sanitation and microbiological control systems
Familiarity with food safety and food defense requirements, audit and regulatory environments, microbiological testing, MI and other manufacturing control systems
Ability to interact with various internal contacts to manage the flow of work
Exposure to Fluid processing and the principles of sanitation science
Understanding of good manufacturing practices and HACCP principles is necessary
Computer skills with knowledge of Microsoft applications, SAP experience a plus
Focus on safe work practices and high quality while executing duties with a sense of urgency
Ability to troubleshoot and make independent decisions related to quality and operation excellence
Ability to move/lift 50 lbs and stand on your feet for long periods of time throughout the day
BlueTriton Brands, Inc. (“BlueTriton”) is a water and beverage company in North America that produces and distributes a portfolio of brands of spring water, purified water, and other beverages, which include Poland Spring®, Deer Park®, Ozarka®, Ice Mountain®, Zephyrhills®, Arrowhead®, Origin™, Saratoga®, AC ION®, Pure Life®, B’EAU®, and Splash Refresher™. BlueTriton also owns and operates ReadyRefresh®, a water and beverage delivery service for homes and offices.
Headquartered in Stamford, Connecticut, BlueTriton is a privately held company with operations and distribution primarily in the United States and Canada, employing more than 7,000 employees. BlueTriton manages water resources for long-term sustainability and helps protect more than 20,000 acres of watershed area owned by the company from harm and destruction. The company sources from 56 springs and has 30 production facilities across North America, with some verified to the Alliance for Water Stewardship Standard. BlueTriton is a Water Champion with The Water Council and has committed to be verified under their WAVE program.
BlueTriton Brands is proud to be an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer, seeking to create a welcoming and diverse environment. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, transgender status, sexual stereotypes, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. We also consider qualified applicants with criminal histories, consistent with applicable federal, state, and local law. BlueTriton Brands is committed to providing reasonable accommodation for candidates with disabilities in our recruiting process. If you need any assistance or accommodations due to a disability, please contact us at BlueTritonHR@bluetriton.com
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