APEX QC Technician- 1st Shift

Job Description

THE ROLE:

This position will report to the: Supervisor

Travel Requirement: None

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Shift: 1st Shift

Employment Category: Full time - Regular

Hourly Pay Rate: $17.50-$19.75/hr

Generous Brands is dedicated to inspiring people to thrive through the power of vibrant nutrition through its leading brands, Bolthouse Farms, Evolution Fresh and our joint venture with Sambazon. Bolthouse Farms is the preeminent provider of chilled juice, smoothies, and protein drinks. Evolution Fresh - is the premier, cold-pressed juice brand and maker of the new Real Fruit Soda. Through our integrated partnership with Sambazon we produce and sell their high-quality Açaí beverages.

Formerly known as Bolthouse Farms – Generous Brands was born out of the independence from its carrot operations and is poised to be the “World’s Largest Beverage Start-Up.”

Currently we have 1000 employees located across the country at our hubs/facilities in Bakersfield, CA, Rancho Cucamonga, CA & Chicago, IL.

You can connect with our brands on their socials - Bolthouse Farms (LinkedIn, Instagram and TikTok ) and Evolution Fresh (LinkedIn, Instagram and TikTok).

WHAT YOU’LL 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 GMP’s, 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 WE’RE 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

Bachelor’s 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 (< 40 ree;F) environments and in warm environments (>90 ree;F), loud environments, in proximity of chemicals as well as the laboratory environment. For short periods of time there is work in a frozen (<0 ree;F) environment.

Must be able to work in a wet, cold or hot environment

Must be able to lift 25lbs - 50lbs

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

1st Shift (6:00AM-2:30PM) when business requires overtime and weekends will be mandatory.

WHAT WE OFFER

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

Medical

Dental

Vision

Group Life and AD&D

Voluntary Life and AD&D

Group Short-Term Disability

Group Long-Term Disability

Flexible Spending Accounts

Employee Assistance Program

401(k)

Paid Time Off

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 accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities, as need, 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: for additional support and guidance.

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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1st Shift (6:00AM-2:30PM) when business requires overtime and weekends will be mandatory

Full-time