Quality Technician

JOB PROFILE.

• Technical or university education in food science, chemistry, biochemistry, microbiology, process engineering, or related areas, or a minimum of 2 years of experience in quality control within the food or beverage industry.
• Knowledge of food safety regulations (ISO 22000, BRC, IFS) and OSH regulations.
• Experience in internal audits and management of quality management systems.
• Basic knowledge of Lean Manufacturing tools and continuous improvement.

• Proficiency in quality management IT applications (SAP QM or similar) is valued.

• At Refresco Iberia, we guarantee that regardless of which department you work in, the challenge is guaranteed.
• Work at the largest independent bottling company in the world certified as a Great Place to Work.
• Opportunity for impact. Be part of a dynamic team where your work will contribute directly to the growth and success of the organization.

Quality Technician

We are selecting a Quality Technician for our production Plant located in Tafalla.

Reporting to the Quality Supervisor, they execute control, verification, and quality assurance activities for products, raw materials, and production processes, following Refresco Iberia standards, food safety regulations, and internal policies. Their objective is to ensure that products meet quality, safety, and current regulatory requirements, contributing to continuous improvement and the fulfillment of the plant's quality indicators.

JOB FUNCTIONS.

• Perform physicochemical and microbiological quality controls of raw materials, in-process products, and finished products, following established procedures.
• Execute laboratory analyses and tests according to internal protocols, ensuring the precision and reliability of results.
• Record, document, and report all quality incidents, including non-conformities, deviations, and customer complaints.
• Participate in the implementation and monitoring of continuous improvement plans and Kaizen projects related to quality.
• Collaborate with production and maintenance to ensure compliance with hygiene standards, food safety, and Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP).
• Support internal and external audits, ensuring the availability of required documentation and evidence.
• Review and update quality procedures, records, and technical documentation according to Refresco Iberia regulations and policies.
• Analyze root causes of quality incidents and propose corrective and preventive actions.
• Ensure compliance with OSH, environmental, and food safety regulations in all activities.
• Collaborate in staff training regarding quality aspects and good practices, when necessary.
• In the plant/location where applicable, they must carry out the analysis and control of water treatment with all tasks associated with this area (for example: cleaning of tanks/cisterns, fine filter changes, carbon changes, osmosis cleaning, etc.)

• Analytical skills and attention to detail.
• Proactivity and problem-solving orientation.
• Organization and autonomy in task management.
• Commitment to quality and food safety.
• Ability to work in a team and effective communication with different areas.