Quality Assurance Technician II - Auburndale, FL

Job description

DESCRIPTION & REQUIREMENTS:

Position Overview:

Job Responsibilities:

·  Work require 12 hour night shift on a 2-2-3 schedule. Some physical labor.
·  Perform laboratory tests (e.g., microbiological, calibration, chemical, sensory) in order to determine that raw materials, packaging and manufactured products meet the Company’s quality standards and specifications.
·  Prepare samples and sampling plan for ingredients, intermediate or finished products, or other materials in order to perform analyses (e.g., chemical, physical, sensory, microbiological).
·  Perform microbiological tests in order to determine viable organisms or total counts.
·  Perform chemical analyses using instrumental methods in order to determine the composition of samples.
·  Evaluate ingredients, products or packaging materials via visual inspection or by measuring weight, density, stress, dimensions, torque, strength, etc. in order to determine physical properties of samples and compliance with standards.
·  Prepare standards or standard curves to perform quantitative analyses.
·  Interpret data from routine and non-routine analyses in order to validate that ingredients/materials meet specifications approve for shipment
·  Prepare beverages and conduct analytical tests and taste or odor tests according to sensory guidelines.
·  Receive and document inbound materials and finished products for production and/or inventory accuracy using designated receiving procedures.
·  Perform statistical process control on required plant equipment and processes in order to monitor quality of finished products, packages and ingredients.
·  Prepare (e.g., inspect, verify condition) all equipment used in the manufacturing process prior to use in order to ensure smooth, sanitary and safe operation.
·  Report finished production process data to supervisor for approval before releasing a batch of concentrate, syrup or beverage base in order to assure quality of material released for distribution.
·  Perform data transactions for inventory control items by using facility information systems to ensure product, ingredient and material traceability.
·  Support new products and/or business innovations by performing product trial runs and protocol studies as needed under the guidelines of The Coca-Cola Quality System (TCCQS) to ensure manufacturing capability and to meet commercialization timeline.

Leadership Behaviors:

·  DRIVE INNOVATION:   Generate new or unique solutions and embrace new ideas that help sustain our business
·  COLLABORATE WITH SYSTEM, CUSTOMERS, AND OTHER STAKEHOLDERS:   Develop and leverage relationships with stakeholders to appropriately stretch and impact the System (Company and Bottler)
·  ACT LIKE AN OWNER :  Deliver results, creating value for our brands, our System, our customers and key stakeholders
·  INSPIRE OTHERS:   Inspire people to deliver our mission and 2020 Vision, demonstrate passion for the business and give people a reason to believe anything is possible
·  DEVELOP SELF AND OTHERS :  Develop self and support others’ development to achieve full potential

Honesty and integrity have always been cornerstone values of The Coca-Cola Company. Our passion for people of integrity mirrors our spirited drive for total quality in our brands. These and other elements allow the company to sustain strategic practices and drive business performance. The Personnel Integrity Assurance Program is another step toward making The Coca-Cola Company the premier workplace. This process includes a pre-employment background investigation that applies to all applicants employees and contractors of the company. The scope of this inquiry may cover such elements as education employment history a criminal history check reference checks and a pre-employment drug screen. Designated countries or sensitive positions within the company may have more stringent standards.

At The Coca-Cola Company you can cultivate your career in a challenging and dynamic environment. We are the largest manufacturer and distributor of nonalcoholic drinks in the world-selling more than 1 billion drinks a day. Unlock your full potential with a future-focused company that is known and respected throughout the world.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.