Quality Tech bei Blakes Management Company LLC

Description

Job Summary:  

Primary responsibility is the daily execution of all Quality Assurance processes. This includes all 

product testing, field testing, and data tracking. This team member must have a drive for continuous 

improvement in all processes, critical thinking skills, and the desire to lead by example. 

Responsibilities: 

• Perform daily laboratory analyses capturing data points necessary to track the health of fermentation. Daily analyses include, but not limited to: 
• Daily Brix, pH, Titratable Acidity, temperature, yeast cell counts and viability scores, Free Sulfur Analysis, and Dissolved Oxygen Content 
• Assist/lead with data collection, data entry, and reporting of compiled data 
• Perform laboratory analyses to effectively monitor fermentation health 
• Be responsible for the cleaning and calibration of all laboratory equipment/machines 
• Ensure that all team members uphold Blake’s Quality Standards 
• Perform routine checks on packaging line throughout the day to ensure equipment and product is being held up to industry standards 
• Perform Incoming ingredient and material inspections for compliance with food safety programs 
• Willing to assist in any other tasks or duties as requested by the manager 

Requirements

Education, Skills & Knowledge: 

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED) required 
• Preference of 1-2 years of experience working in a lab 
• Well-developed tasting skills – Non-Smokers are highly preferred. 
• Understanding of Food and Beverage Industry 
• Computer proficient in Excel and Word 
• Good organizational, planning, and presentation skills 
• Clear commitment to high quality and attention to details 
• Able to work independently with minimum supervision. 
• Must have the ability to be on your feet for an entire shift. 
• Strong attention to detail 
• Knowledge of GFCO and GMPs preferred 
• On-site training available and Course training available periodically 

Working Conditions: 

• The work for this position will be in a climate-controlled, smoke-free environment. 
• The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate with some periods being loud. 
• Work will be performed as per the schedule you create for the team. Some weekend work required as needed. 
• Must be able to work safely in both hot and cold environments