Quality Technician - Brew Dr. Kombucha

Position Title: Quality Technician
Department: Technical Services
Location: Tualatin, Oregon
Supervisory Responsibilities: None 
Reports to: FSQA Manager
Worker Category: Full-time
FLSA Classification: Non-exempt
About Brew Dr:
In 2006, our founder Matt Thomas started Townshend’s Tea Company.  Two years later, we began making kombucha in the basement of our first teahouse, and it got so popular we decided to bottle it!  
Today, Brew Dr. Kombucha operates from a 50,000 sq ft brewery in Tualatin, Oregon, and our products are sold in all 50 states and across Canada. In addition, we have expanded our horizons to launch Tranquil, a line of CBD kombucha, and Uplift, a line of energizing yerba mate beverages.
You may have met our mascot, Otis the sloth, who shows up under the cap of every bottle of Brew Dr. Kombucha. He inspires our motto: “Can’t rush the good stuff.”
Position Summary: The Quality Technician will be responsible for the verification of quality procedures and product specifications. This role monitors sanitation, GMPs, and FSMA compliance, as well as assists in performing and coordinating product analysis and testing.  The Quality team works closely with the production team and laboratory to ensure the production of quality products in a timely fashion.
 
 
Job Responsibilities: 

• Provide guidance, counsel, and recommendations to employees within Operations/Production regarding GMPs, product specifications, and food safety.
  
• Monitor Operations/Production adherence to GMPs, product specification, SOPs, SSOPs, and food safety
  
• Address all GMP violations with both production management and team members
  
• Obtain and maintain accurate records to determine the consistency of product quality, compliance to regulatory agency requirements, and documentation of Food Safety Plan
  
• Assist Operations/Production with the creation of Standard Operating Procedures and Standard Work Instructions
  
• Perform analysis on product produced within the plant as needed
  
• Collect products and samples for testing as needed
  
• Maintain accurate lab records and verify accuracy of testing samples, as needed
  
• Furnish appropriate accurate verbal and written reports to the Quality department and plant management regarding product/process quality and consistency, process capabilities, and Food Safety Plan
  
• Interact daily with production supervisors, operations supervisors, and employees
  
• Perform inspection of the production floor to ensure that food safety and quality checks are done accurately.
  
• Review and verify QA/QC records, including receiving/shipping records, monitoring records, cleaning documents, and all Process Control Documents. 
  
• Function as internal auditor to monitor the plant for compliance with FSMA and 3rd-party regulations and review for compliance with GMPs
  
• Manage, maintain, and improve Hold and Release Program and Production Corrective Action System.  Help investigate root causes and suggest corrective actions. Follow up on corrective actions to ensure implementation.
  
• Conduct pre-shipment review of the finished product
  
• Investigate customer complaints
  
• Act as back-up to Technical Services Manager for crucial food safety functions
  

Qualifications and Experience:

• Bachelor of Science degree or coursework is a plus (Food Science, Microbiology, Chemistry, Biology or related discipline)
  
• Intermediate MS Word or Google Platform experience
  
• Previous food manufacturing experience is a plus
  

 
Physical Requirements: 

• Ability to sit continuously at a computer
  
• Carry weight, lift up to 5 pounds frequently and up to 50 pounds occasionally
  
• Taste/Smell - ability to detect and perceive fermentation and tea flavors and aromas
  
• Standing - ability to stand for long periods
  
• Ability to climb a ladder occasionally
  

 
Work Environment:
While performing the duties of this position, the worker may be exposed to inside environmental conditions, hot fluids, pressurized vessels and transfer lines, strong odors, chemicals, noise levels above 85 decibels, confined spaces, refrigerated gases, powered industrial trucks, and moving machinery.
Other duties:
Please note this job description may not cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities required of the employee for this job. In addition, duties, obligations, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
Statement of Diversity & Inclusion:
Brew Dr. Kombucha is committed to maintaining a diverse, inclusive, and equitable workplace founded on respect, acceptance, and appreciation for all individuals.  Fostering a positive, inclusive, and diverse workplace is integral to growing the creative and collaborative organization that we believe is critical for sustained success.  With this in mind, we will strive to create an inclusive workforce that fully represents different cultures, backgrounds, and perspectives. Additionally, we will ensure that our employment practices support and promote diversity, equity and inclusion.  
Mission Statement:
At Brew Dr., our mission is to explore the magic of tea to create delightful beverages. We craft quality, tasty and functional tea beverages with thoughtful care for our people, ingredients, and the planet.
We value great taste, creativity, sustainability, and transparency. We take time to do things right and we never settle.
Proud to be a B Corp:
Brew Dr. is proud to be the first national kombucha company to become a Certified B Corporation, joining the growing number of companies using business as a force for good.
Certified B Corporations meet rigorous social and environmental performance standards, public transparency, and legal accountability to balance purpose and profit. Yet, of the 40,000+ companies who have taken the assessment, only 5% passed to become B Corps. We’re proud to be in that 5%!

Applicants can apply via our website: www.brewdrkombucha.com