Job Description
Job Overview:
We are currently hiring a Quality Control Technician,Micro in Breinigsville, PA
The Microbiological Lab Quality Technician will ensure the integrity of each batch of product and consistent quality of production by enforcing good manufacturing practice (GMP) systems; conducting microbiological analysis, validating processes and providing documentation. This position will fill an essential role in monitoring quality programs through regular process checks as well as short and long term projects. Assist in the decision-making process as it related to production and release of product.
What You'll Brew:
Collection and Analysis
• Collect and prepare samples in order conduct routine and non-standard microbiological
testing and analysis of product at various stages along the production process, including
finished product, to validate the integrity and quality standards/specifications and ensure
that no bad beer leaves the brewery. Including but not limited to:
• Sample collection with various aseptic techniques
• Sample prep and processing (plating).
• Uses direct micro examination and ancillary tests to determine nature of organisms
present.
• Evaluates various micro tests and responds to OOS conditions in a timely manner.
• Prepares microbiological media including distribution and sterilization
• Using equipment and SOP validation processes, determines whether or not product meets
specification to release or hold. Notify Manager regarding process deviations and/or when
production is (or will be) outside of control parameters
• Participation in Sensory Analysis including: triangle testing and tasting samples from each
new product introduced to the line
• Accurately conduct and document daily and monthly audits and processes with regard to
GMP’s and HACCP plan
• Enforce and follow all brewery and food safety standards
• Maintains proper lab and lab ware sanitation and sterilization
• Shut down processes that do not comply with BBC GMP’s and notify proper parties
• Ensure quality standards are met
• Communicate with various team members about issues following and enforcing all
relevant Safety and Quality procedures
• Other Responsibilities
• Maintains level of professional competency through professional development (academic
literature, seminars, supplier documentation
Physical Requirements
| • | All production roles are required to pass a pre-employment physical exam to comply with their specific role requirement(s) | |
| • | Certain roles may require the use of a respirator and passing the associated fit test | |
| • | Ability to lift up to 50lbs, sometimes repeatedly | |
| • | Regular walking and standing for long periods of time (up to 11 hours a day) on concrete, metal and grated surfaces | |
| • | Responsibilities may require crouching, stepping over, crawling under, bending, twisting, climbing and reaching above head and shoulders repeatedly throughout the day | |
| • | Responsibilities may require climbing flights of stairs, working from heights or on elevated platforms | |
| • | Ability to wear assigned PPE (safety shoes, gloves, facemask, hearing protection and hard hat) | |
| • | Established dexterity so you can handle materials, operate equipment and interface with computer systems with precision | |
| • | Some roles (e.g., forklift operator) may be required to sit for a prolonged period of time and have strong peripheral vision and depth percepti |
What Ingredients You'll Bring:
Minimum Qualifications:
Experience
• 5+ years work experience in similar role/company
• 3+ years general work experience in production facility or industrial setting
• Must be proficient with computers and automated equipment to input and interpret data as
required
• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel
• Proven mechanical aptitude, demonstrated by work, avocation or vocation
• Demonstrated knowledge of GMP through work experience
• Knowledge of basic laboratory and production safety practices and procedur
Level 9
In accordance with pay transparency laws the pay rate for this role if hired is $22.40 - $30.12 per hour.
Some Perks:
Our people are our most important "ingredient." We hire the best talent, and we reward, develop, and retain them too.
In addition to generous healthcare on day one, stock purchase plan, 401k, and more, Full-Time Boston Beer Coworkers have the following perks available*:
- Tuition reimbursement
- Fertility/adoption support
- Free financial coaching
- Health & wellness program and discounts
- Professional development & training
- Free beer!
*Talk to your recruiter about eligibility
Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Fair Chance Ordinance and the CA Fair Chance Act.
Boston Beer Corporation is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce. In order to help ensure reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Veteran’s Readjustment Act of 1974, and Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, applicants who wish to request accommodation in the job application process can contact [email protected] for assistance.
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