Lab TechnicianSalary Range: $19.45 HourlyCompany: Harvest Hill Beverage CompanyLocation: Verona, PAReports to: Quality Assurance SupervisorPOSITION SUMMARYThe Quality Technician will assure consistent quality of production by enforcing quality and manufacturing standards.RESPONSIBILITIESEnsures all products are produced per ABC's food safety and quality standards.Monitors the production process and product by sensory, weight control, and analytical methods to maintain product consistency and comply with established specifications including brix, pH, color, weight, etc.Evaluates all finished products regarding ingredient content, color, package fill, finished weights, seal integrity, code date legibility, and other routine testing as required.Accurately performs and documents all testing. Testing may include inspection and testing of incoming raw materials, in process products, and finished goods.Collect and prepare samples for shipment to outside lab for analysis.Identifies and communicates all out-of-compliance situations and product standards to production employees and Production/QA Supervisors. Places out-of-compliance raw material and finished product on hold.Obtains samples for bacteria plating and daily quality checks as needed.Maintains all laboratory and testing equipment and performs calibrations per schedule.Performs environmental testing of air, water, and bacteria according to schedules.Performs additional duties as directed by the QA Supervisor.Must be able to work overtime as required.QUALIFICATIONSEducation: Minimum High School Diploma or GED is preferred.Experience: 1 year of production experience in a manufacturing environment is preferred but not required.Age Requirement: Must be 21 years of age in order to perform sensory analysis on alcohol.C-shift (4pm - 12am)