Lead Quality Assurance Lab Technician (2nd Shift) - Quincy, IL

Location:

Quincy, IL

Shift/Work Schedule:

1:30pm-10:00pm, Monday-Friday

Pay range:

$26.60/hr + $1.75 Shift Differential

Join the Team That Fuels Your Favorite Beverages

At Wis-Pak, we're more than just a manufacturer--we're the driving force behind some of the most recognized and loved beverage brands in the country, including Pepsi-Cola, Mountain Dew, Lipton Iced Tea, Aquafina, Vita Ice, Klarbrunn, and Bubbl'r. Chances are, you've enjoyed one of our products at your favorite restaurant or picked one up at your local store. Did you know you get a discount on your favorites if you work for us?

Why You'll Love Working Here

We believe in taking care of our people. Here's what you can expect:

• Generous Paid Time Off

• Comprehensive Medical, Dental & Vision Coverage

• Flexible Spending Accounts

• Critical Illness & Accident Coverage

• Life Insurance

• Short & Long-Term Disability

• 401(K) with Profit Sharing

• Parental Leave

• Tuition Reimbursement

• Paid Holidays

About the Role

What You'll Do:

• Conducting physical, analytical, and microbiological testing on products and raw materials

• Using laboratory equipment and testing instruments to perform quality checks

• Retaining and documenting product samples from production runs

• Testing finished syrups and beverages to ensure flavor and quality standards are met

• Investigating consumer complaints through product testing and communicating findings

• Maintaining accurate testing records, reports, and documentation

• Supporting food safety, sanitation, GMP, and workplace safety programs

• Performing package integrity and seam testing

• Entering and maintaining data within computer systems

• Conducting water quality and reverse osmosis (RO) testing

• Submitting product samples to parent companies as required

• Communicating any quality or equipment concerns to supervisors

• Calibrating laboratory equipment and ensuring testing accuracy

DISCLAIMER: The information listed above is not intended to be an all-inclusive job description. A full list of duties and responsibilities for this position is available upon request.

What We're Looking For

What You'll Bring:

• High school diploma or equivalent.

• Basic math skills.

• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.

• Ability to operate laboratory and testing equipment.

• Strong problem-solving and communication skills.

• Basic computer skills.

• Ability to read, write, and communicate in English

• Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States on a permanent basis. The company will not sponsor employment visas now or in the future

• Applicants must be able to read, write, speak, and comprehend English at a level necessary to perform the essential duties of the position.

Preferred, but not required:

• Knowledge of soft drink production processes

• Experience with Statistical Process Control (SPC)

• Previous laboratory or quality assurance experience

Our Commitment to You

Wis-Pak/WP Beverage is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We comply with EEOC regulations and use E-Verify to ensure employment eligibility.

Ready to keep things moving and make a real impact? Apply today and become a key part of the Wis-Pak team while we refresh the world - one bottle at a time!