What are the responsibilities and job description for the Lab Technician position at Polar Beverages?
- This posting is specific to our Georgia plant -
Responsibilities: Responsible for conducting qualitative and quantitative testing of raw materials and finished goods.
- Primary responsibility is to safely perform laboratory tests on beverages to ensure product is produced within established parameters and make adjustments where necessary.
- Conduct qualitative and quantitative testing of beverages, syrups, and raw materials throughout the entire production process.
- Analyze syrup beverage and/or water attributes
- Audit container rinsers, air blowers, filters, and coders to ensure proper operations.
- Conduct package quality inspection and quality audits and isolate product that does not meet standards.
- Maintain highest possible housekeeping standards to prevent microbial contamination
- Monitoring package appearance, integrity and correct package codes.
- Requires working with other lab technicians, line foreman, line operators, fork truck drivers, and other production personnel.
Job Requirements:
- Demonstrated attention to detail and accuracy
- Strong analytical skills
- Ability to read, write and keep records
- Good computer skills including literacy with Excel and Word
Physical Requirements
- Ability to “be on your feet” from beginning to end of shift.
- Able to lift materials up to 50 pounds