Chicago, IL, 60684, USA
9 days ago
Quality Assurance Lab Technician – Goose Island Brewing Co.
**Dreaming big is in our DNA. It’s who we are as a company. It’s our culture. It’s our heritage. And more than ever, it’s our future. A future where we’re always looking forward. Always serving up new ways to meet life’s moments. A future where we keep dreaming bigger. We look for people with passion, talent, and curiosity, and provide them with the teammates, resources and opportunities to unleash their full potential. The power we create together – when we combine your strengths with ours – is unstoppable. Are you ready to join a team that dreams as big as you do?** **SALARY:** $25/hour, bonus eligible **SCHEDULE:** Monday – Friday, 2pm – 10pm **LOCATION:** Position based in Chicago, IL. This position is not remote. - 1800 W. Fulton Street Chicago, IL 60612 **JOB SUMMARY:** The Quality Assurance Analyst I is primarily responsible for routine laboratory activities including, but not limited to, following standard operating procedures for sampling, analyzing, documenting, and reporting of chemical, physical, and microbiological analyses in a timely manner to ensure products meet quality specifications. This position will be scheduled to work during the second shift (2pm-10pm). **JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:** + Builds familiarity with sensory profiles of Goose Island brands and can recognize sensory defects and deviations. + Perform yeast counts and viability analyses to inform various brewing and cellaring processes and decision points. + Conduct inspection and analysis of package integrity to established specifications. + Learns to develop the ability to advise production teams based on data interpretation and execute established reaction plans when process deviations are identified. + Manages and maintains laboratory data and records with accuracy and consistency. + Present in all production areas and collects samples from vessels and processes for analysis (raw material, in-process product, finished goods). + Performs quality testing to ensure the product specifications are being met in accordance with each phase of production. + Performs routine physical, chemical, and microbiological analysis procedures as dictated by standard operating procedures. + Learns to independently operate, maintain, and troubleshoot laboratory instrumentation. + Understands and upholds all safety policies while on-site. **JOB QUALIFICATIONS:** + Bachelor of Science in biology, chemistry, microbiology, or similar area, preferred. + Previous experience in a QA role in the brewing industry preferred. + Strong working knowledge of microbiology. + Knowledge of aseptic procedures, flavor analysis and good manufacturing practices required. + Maintain Quality Assurance laboratories, workspaces, and department equipment including sanitation, organization, and calibration. + Support production timelines and operations teams by performing responsibilities in a time-sensitive manner. + Excellent verbal and written communication skills are required. + Computer proficiency including Microsoft Office. **BENEFITS:** + Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability, and Life insurance + 401k matching up to 6% + Paid company holidays + Paid vacation and sick time off + Employee Assistance Program + Eligible for an annual bonus based on individual and business performance + Employee beer and discounts **WHY ANHEUSER-BUSCH:** Anheuser-Busch is here for the times that matter. The moments where we celebrate, defy challenges, dream of the brighter future we are building today– and all the moments in between. We are a company that brings people together for richer conversations, sweeter celebrations and stronger communities. As the leading global brewer, Anheuser-Busch InBev is committed to finding innovative ways to continually improve. It's this kind of thinking that creates a unique work environment by rewarding talent, celebrating diversity and encouraging forward thinking. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. **REQUIRE ADDITIONAL ASSISTANCE?** Anheuser-Busch is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with physical and mental disabilities. 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