QA Lab Tech - Mankato, MN

Location:

Mankato, MN

Shift/Work Schedule:

Monday-Friday  5:30am-4:00pm

Pay range:

 $24.60/hr

 

ABOUT US

We are Wis-Pak, the company behind popular beverages such as Pepsi-Cola, Mountain Dew, Lipton Iced Tea, Aquafina water, Vita Ice, Klarbrunn sparkling water, and the newest beverage craze Bubbl'r. You've probably seen and bought our products at your local stores and restaurants. Did you know you get a discount on your favorites if you work for us?

 

WHAT WE OFFER

We believe in taking care of our people. Here's what you can expect:

• Paid Time Off
• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Critical Illness/Accident Coverage
• Life Insurance
• Short & Long-term Disability
• 401(K)
• Profit Sharing
• Parental Leave
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Paid Holidays
• Plenty of overtime opportunities

ABOUT THE JOB

• Understand and follow all established safety, health, quality, Food Safety, GMP and Company policies, procedures, and recognized practices.
• Maintain files and test results, record corrective procedures, control reports and supporting data in accordance with prescribed procedures.
• Follow all clean up and housekeeping procedures.
• Conduct testing processes and procedures to perform physical and analytical product quality tests on finished syrup and beverage, inspect raw materials, and perform microbiological testing. Use laboratory test equipment and apparatus to conduct tests.
• Run control drink on finished syrups to ensure taste and quality.
• Ensure accuracy of equipment through calibration and documentation.
• Sanitize tanks and equipment to ensure company quality standards are
• Locate necessary ingredients in inventory and transport to syrup room for Blend syrup ingredients according to established standards and procedures.
• Unload sugar/concentrate
• Interpret blending/sanitation schedule requirements and plan personal schedule accordingly to suite priorities.
• Periodically perform inventory checks and sort concentrates and Assure ingredient stock is rotated.

DISCLAIMER: The information listed above is not intended to be an all-inclusive job description. A full list of duties and responsibilities for this position is available upon request.

 

What We're Looking For

You’re a reliable, detail-oriented team player who’s ready to roll up your sleeves and contribute to a high-performing operation.

 

ABOUT YOU

• The ideal candidate will have basic mathematical skills, the ability to problem solve, and good communication skills.
• Requires the ability to operate and utilize a computer, and laboratory and test equipment.
• Basic knowledge of soft drink operations and SPC is preferred, but not required. Must exhibit ability and desire to work within a team but can work alone.
• Works with minimal supervision, be a self-starter who leads by example, and be dependable. Requires the ability to lift 50 pounds occasionally.
• Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States on a permanent basis. The company will not sponsor employment visas now or in the future
• Applicants must be able to read, write, speak, and comprehend English at a level necessary to perform the essential duties of the position.

Our Commitment to You

Wis-Pak/WP Beverage is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We comply with EEOC regulations and use E-Verify to ensure employment eligibility.

 

Ready to make your mark in manufacturing?  Apply today and become a vital part of the Wis-Pak team as we refresh the world--one bottle at a time.

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