Quality Assurance Technician at BlueTriton Brands
Lakeland, FL 33815
About the Job
Primo Brands is a leading branded beverage company in North America with a focus on healthy hydration. We are proud to offer an extensive and iconic portfolio of highly recognizable, sustainably sourced, and conveniently packaged branded beverages distributed across more than 150,000 retail outlets.
Job Description
We are seeking a Quality Assurance Technician to support our bottling facility.
Position Location: Zephyrhills, FL
Pay: $26.72 / hour
Shift differential: 6%-8% of base hourly rate shift differential paid for applicable hours worked
Schedule:
12-hour shifts on a rotating 3/2/2/3 schedule
5:00 pm - 5:30 am
Schedule may vary based on business needs.
Ability to work holidays and weekends per business needs.
Benefits: Medical insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance; paid time off; 401k with company match; company discounts; paid uniforms; paid training; career advancement opportunities; day 1 benefit enrollment and time off accrual starts!
Key responsibilities include but are not limited to the following:
Run water processing equipment: reverse osmosis, carbon filtration, mineral dosing, etc.
Troubleshoot basic water processing functionality: pumps, valves, piping, etc.
Run and troubleshoot water sanitation equipment: CIP system, etc.
Support water bottling and packaging processes, primarily QA and food safety testing.
Ensure all lines and all processes are validated according to compliance standards.
Complete basic laboratory testing: pH, turbidity, conductivity, etc.
Participate in water sensory (taste and odor) evaluations.
Adhere to site safety and quality KPIs (Key Performance Indicators)
Support site and corporate quality initiatives.
Communicate results, deviations, and improvement plans to co-workers and other team members.
Qualifications
Key qualifications include:
College level education desired, relevant pursuit of study in a related area a plus
Prior experience performing basic laboratory procedures
Exposure to Quality Assurance or Production in a food or beverage processing facility is preferred but not required
Ability to work self-directed and with a team
Solid communication and interpersonal skills with experience working in a team based environment
Experience with sanitation and microbiological control systems preferred
Familiarity with food safety and food defense requirements, audit and regulatory environments, microbiological testing, MI and other manufacturing control systems.
Ability to interact with various internal contacts to manage the flow of work
Exposure to Fluid processing and the principles of sanitation science
Understanding of good manufacturing practices and HACCP principles
Computer skills with knowledge of Microsoft applications, SAP experience a plus
Focus on safe work practices and high quality while executing duties with a sense of urgency
Ability to troubleshoot and make independent decisions related to quality and operation excellence.
Ability to move/lift 40 lbs and stand on your feet for long periods of time throughout the day
Primo Brands’ established portfolio includes billion-dollar brands Poland Spring® and Pure Life®, premium brands like Saratoga® and Mountain Valley®, regional leaders such as Arrowhead®, Deer Park®, Ice Mountain® Ozarka®, and Zephyrhills®, purified brands, Primo Water® and Sparkletts®, and flavored and enhanced brands like Splash® and AC+ION®. Our extensive direct-to-consumer offerings and industry-leading line-up of innovative water dispensers create consumer connectivity through recurring water purchases across Water Direct, Water Exchange, and Water Refill. At Primo Brands, our more than 11,000 associates are at the heart of what we do and deliver on our mission to provide healthy hydration to consumers wherever, however and whenever they want it. We believe in fostering a respectful culture, which values our associates who are deeply invested in quality hydration, our communities, and the sustainability of our packaging and water sources for generations to come.
Primo Brands is proud to be an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer, seeking to create a welcoming and diverse environment. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, transgender status, sexual stereotypes, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. We also consider qualified applicants with criminal histories, consistent with applicable federal, state, and local law. If you need any assistance or accommodations due to a disability, please contact us at BlueTritonHR@bluetriton.com
