Technician, Quality I

Job Description

Position Summary

Under general supervision, provide and ensure Quality Services operational support during the packaging process. Validate compliance to finished goods specifications. Adherence to GMP’s and conduct routine packaging line and package audits on finished products. Communicate with and provide feedback to production team members to facilitate process improvement.

Responsibilities

• Review and ensure line sanitation completion prior to start-up of production

• Verify product and supporting records prior to start up of production and tank transfers

• Verify labels prior to start-up of production

• Perform quality line checks against quality requirements and records data through-out production

• Pull finished product samples at defined intervals and evaluates against quality requirements including laboratory analysis and packaging inspections.

• Maintain clear, concise and accessible records of all data from all line monitoring activities, and analysis of finished goods samples

• Perform incoming inspections on some purchased materials against established specifications, as instructed

• Routinely pull, record and store hold back samples throughout production

• Communicate quality issues to Sr. Quality Technician or Supervisor. Support investigations

• Calibrate laboratory equipment

• Run control checks on equipment to ensure it is working properly

• Performs typical lab analyses with accuracy, precision, timeliness in accordance with SOPs

• Maintain lab and equipment cleanliness and a safe, sanitary working environment.

• Adhere to and promote safety in accordance with policies and procedures. Report issues to Supervisor in a timely manner

• Promote teamwork among the lab staff and all winery personnel.

• Assist with analytical lab duties as instructed by Sr. Quality Technician or Supervisor

• Cross-train on other lab duties

• Special projects and other responsibilities as assigned

Minimum Qualifications

• High School Diploma/GED

• Strong attention to detail

• Ability to follow verbal and written instructions/directions

• Ability to prioritize and multi-task

• Must be able to recognize potential problems that require solutions to be found at a higher level

• Ability to develop general proficiency with all laboratory equipment

• Basic writing and mathematical skills

• Basic skill level in using computer applications (Excel, Work, Outlook)

• Strong interpersonal skills

• Strong communication skills

• Ability to follow verbal and written instructions/directions

• Able to work a flexible schedule with overtime as requested, including weekends and off shifts.

Preferred Qualifications

• 0-2 Years' packaging or quality experience

• Knowledge of quality control or auditing procedures

• Manufacturing experience

• Associates Degree in science-related field

• Familiarity with JDE/SAP, Access, Intelex and Intellepac

Physical Requirements/Work Environment

• Works outdoors/indoors
• Works in warm/cold climates
• Works in high places
• Works on wet surfaces
• Is exposed to loud noise, fumes and/or toxic chemicals
• Works near moving, mechanical parts and lift truck traffic
• Must be able to move up to 55 lbs
• Primary office environment may be warehouse/distribution setting

• Must be at least 21 years of age. Must be able to sit and/or stand for long periods of time and work on a computer for extended periods. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

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The salary range for this role is:

This is the lowest to highest salary we in good faith believe we would pay for this role at the time of this posting. We may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range, and the range may be modified in the future. An employee’s pay position within the salary range will be based on several factors including, but limited to, the prevailing minimum wage for the location, relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, geographic location, performance, shift, travel requirements, sales or revenue-based metrics, any collective bargaining agreements, and business or organizational needs. We offer comprehensive package of benefits including paid time off, medical/dental/vision insurance, 401(k), and any other benefits to eligible employees.

Note: No amount of pay is considered to be wages or compensation until such amount is earned, vested, and determinable. The amount and availability of any bonus, commission, or any other form of compensation that are allocable to a particular employee remains in the Company's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified at the Company’s sole discretion, consistent with the law.

Equal Opportunity

Constellation Brands is committed to a continuing program of equal employment opportunity. All persons have equal employment opportunities with Constellation Brands, regardless of their sex, race, color, age, religion, creed, sexual orientation, national origin or citizenship, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition (cancer or genetic characteristics), marital status, gender (including gender identity or gender expression), familial status, military or veteran status, genetic information, pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related conditions (or any other group or category within the framework of the applicable discrimination laws and regulations).