QA Technician - 3rd Shift at Monster Energy in USA - Phoenix, AZ

About Monster Energy:

Forget about blending in. That's not our style. We're the risk takers, the trailblazers, the gamechangers. We're not perfect and we don't pretend to be. We're raw, unfiltered, and a bit unconventional. Our drive is just like our athletes, unrivaled. The power is in your hands to define what success looks like and where you want to take your career. It's not just about what we do, but about who we become along the way. We are much more than a brand here. We are a way of life, a mindset. Join us.

A Day in the Life:

In the position of QA Technician, you will be responsible for performing standardized qualitative and quantitative tests on work-in-process and finished products to ensure compliance with company and/or customer quality standards.

The Impact You'll Make:

• Conduct organoleptic and analytical tests at various stages of compounding and packaging to ensure compliance with standards. May include the use of pH meters, Refractometer (Brix), Cbox (CO2,dO2), Conductivity Meter, Analytical Scale, FTIR, Soleris (Micro) HPLC, Malvern Mastersizer,Hygiena ATP Swab and other instrumentation
• Submit samples for microbiological testing, maintains test results, and calculates batch adjustments for certain products
• Approve batches for packaging and conforming finished product for shipment and places non-conforming product on hold for further analysis
• Calibrate, clean, and maintain laboratory equipment and instrumentation
• Prepare reagents and solutions for use in testing. Observes conditions and practices in compounding, packaging, and finished goods storage areas, making recommendations for improvements.
• File and maintain retained samples. Make corresponding inventory movements in SAP
• Conduct in line audits/product assessments for specification compliance on beverage products
• Coordinate with production and regulatory on quality issues and document corrective actions
• Ensure Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs) are being followed

Who You Are:

• Prefer a bachelor's degree in the field of Quality Assurance, Engineering, or related field of study
• Additional Experience Desired: Between 1-3 years of experience in laboratory testing in a manufacturing environment
• Additional Experience Desired: Between 1-3 years of experience in quality control in a manufacturing environment
• Computer Skills Desired: Proficiency with standard office software (such as MS Office Suite: Excel, Word, Outlook)
• Preferred Certifications: N/A
• Additional Knowledge or Skills to be Successful in this role: Knowledge of Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs) and Food Safety Fundamentals