JOB SUMMARY 

The Quality Analyst will coordinate and perform daily quality testing and verification activities of the production lines while ensuring the highest quality product is ready for shipment. This is an “on the floor” position in the manufacturing environment with approximately 70% of the duties performed in manufacturing and 30% in the laboratory.

LOCATION: Rochester, NY 

DEPARTMENT: Quality

STATUS: Full Time 

JOB TYPE: Non-Exempt 

SHIFT: Must be able to work all shifts (including afternoons & overnights); weekends and OT as needed

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES 

Product Safety and Quality 

• Perform and monitor results of Quality Control testing to ensure product safety and quality specifications are met on our packaging lines.
• Perform daily data review of Quality Control records to ensure accuracy and to identify process improvement gaps.
• Aid management in new product/raw material qualifications.
• Ensure non-conforming raw ingredients and finished goods are identified, properly placed on hold, communicated, and dispositioned per FIFCO USA food safety and quality policies. 
• Work with all departments (Production, Maintenance, Quality, etc.) on non-conformance investigations, root cause, and corrective/preventative action.

General Laboratory Operations

• Support management in day-to-day operation of Quality Control testing, inspection, and data collection (including, but not limited to: incoming raw materials, in process materials/products, and finished goods).
• Ensure instrumentation used to perform testing/inspection are calibrated and verified with preventative maintenance completed.
• Audit established SOP’s/Work Instructions for accuracy and update as needed.
• Aid management in establishing and writing new SOP’s/Work Instructions for Quality Control Laboratory.
• Formulate and interpret reports from testing data. 
• Discern off notes and characteristics of products through taste and other senses.
• Follow Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP’s).
• Aid supervisor in completion of safety-related paperwork (including, but not limited to: injury reporting and Safety Data Sheet review). 
• Keep up-to-date on all QC testing processes to help train new and existing employees. 
• Actively exhibit a commitment to support a diverse and inclusive work environment.
• Other duties as assigned. 

SPECIFIC LABORATORY TESTING

QC Lab

• Set up and verify correct date codes on all packaging materials. 
• Understand, troubleshoot, and make recommendations to improve pasteurization processes.
• Verify use of correct product and packaging materials during production.
• Dissect can packaging seams and make recommendations to improve the seaming process. 
• Understand proper labeling compliance to state and federal regulations.

Satellite Lab

• Demonstrate understanding and ability to coordinate the tank release process.
• Perform CO2 receipts and testing. 
• Perform testing instrument maintenance (Orbisphere, In-line air meters, etc.). 
• Perform Brix, ABV, CO2, TPO, and Dissolved Oxygen tests as required. 
• Perform volumetric testing as required. 

EXPERIENCE, EDUCATION AND CERTIFICATIONS 

• 2-year college degree in a science-related field preferred. 
• 3+ years of related quality/laboratory experience in a food/beverage production facility preferred; or an equivalent combination of education and work experience will be considered.  
• Trained in HACCP, federal food, and/or TTB standards is preferred but not required. 
• Ability to read, write, and interpret documents in English.
• Ability to ready, analyze, and interpret common trade journals, financial reports, and legal documents.
• Ability to respond to common inquiries or complaints from customers, regulatory agencies, or members of the business community.
• Ability to effectively present information to top management, employees, managers, vendors, and customers. 
• Ability to work with mathematical concepts such as probability, statistical inference, fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions and apply them to practical solutions. 
• Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS 

• Must be able to regularly sit; use hands to handle or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands or arms; and walk/climb stairs while carrying samples. 
• Must be able to stand for extended periods of time, up to and potentially the full shift. 
• Specific vision abilities include close vision and ability to adjust focus.
• Must be able to occasionally bend, climb, lift, and/or move up to 50 lbs. 
• Must be able to work with moving mechanical parts and loud noise levels.
• Must be able to work with hazardous chemicals and frequently duck under conveyors and equipment. 

PERKS

• Generous Benefits with options to fit your life
• Blue4U Discounts
• Retirement Options with employer contributions
• 10 paid holidays per year
• Flexible scheduling
• Generous paid time off
• Culture of pride and community involvement
• And of course, beer! 

In the spirit of pay transparency, we are excited to share the base hourly wage for this position is $22-28.00/hour, not including benefits or potential bonuses.   If you are hired at FIFCO USA, your base hourly wage will be determined based on factors such as individual skills, qualifications, and experience.  In addition, we also believe in the importance of pay equity of our current team members as a part of any final offer.  We also offer a generous benefits package, including health insurance!

Drug Testing Statement: After a conditional offer of employment, a covered employer may require job applicant to submit a drug test.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, genetics, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

The Company participates in E-Verify. Please see the attached link e to the federal government’s notice on E-Verify here.

ALERT: Fraudulent Online Employment Scams
Always beware of online scams involving job offers! FIFCO USA does not make employment offers via social media or private messaging. Unfortunately, scammers have tried to collect and steal personal and confidential data by impersonating company employees. To protect yourself, never share your personal information through an insecure source online. FIFCO USA will never request any form of payment or payment information during the employment process.  
For more information on this topic and helpful fraud prevention tips, please visit the FBI website at fbi.gov.