Overview
Quality Control Manager, Construction Jobs in Teec Nos Pos, AZ at Tepa
Title: Quality Technician
Reports to: Lab and R&D Manager
Location: Golden, CO
FLSA Classification: Salary / Non-exempt
Company Overview
Sustainable Beverage Technologies (“SBT”) makes draft beer more profitable and environmentally-friendly. Our patented fermentation process creates beer with 6 times the flavor density of traditionally-produced beer. By distributing our beer in lightweight bag-in-box (“BiB”) packaging — instead of heavy steel kegs — and blending with carbonated water at the point of sale using our proprietary NexDraft tap system, we generate tremendous savings in logistics, shipping costs, water usage, and fossil fuel consumption.
Your Mission
Sustainable Beverage Technologies, Inc. is seeking a detail-oriented and skilled Quality Technician to join our team in Colorado. As a Quality Technician, you will play a key role in ensuring the highest standards of product quality throughout the production process, from raw materials to finished product. This position involves conducting detailed analyses using both standard and specialized laboratory equipment, and assisting in the research and development of new products and processes.
The ideal candidate will have a strong background in laboratory techniques within a brewery setting, a keen focus on quality control, and an ability to troubleshoot and solve problems effectively.
Key Responsibilities:
Perform daily physical, organoleptic, microbiological, and chemical analysis on product samples throughout the production process, including micro plating, PCR, IBU testing, and standard beer metrics.
Maintain detailed sample analysis records and ensure up-to-date fermentation logs and trackers.
Organize taste panels and maintain packaged product inventories and related data for shelf life studies
Assist in the calibration and routine maintenance of laboratory and brewery testing equipment.
Conduct aseptic sampling and full microbiological testing on production batches and packaging runs.
Organize and maintain testing supplies for microbial testing and yeast counts/viability.
Work with R&D team to execute experiments and assist in the development of new products.
Organize sensory tasting panels and assist in blending samples for internal and customer-facing tastings.
Prepare Certificates of Analysis for outgoing products and generate sample analysis reports as needed.
Adhere to safety protocols and guidelines from OSHA and other relevant agencies.
Ensure cleanliness of the laboratory, equipment, and instruments.
Maintain the chemical SDS logs for the laboratory and brewery.
Prepares stock reagents
Assist in maintaining inventory of laboratory supplies
Required Qualifications:
Associates Degree in Chemistry, Biology, Fermentation Science, or a related field.
Experience in an analytical laboratory or QA/QC role in a brewery or similar environment.
Proficiency with laboratory techniques such as plating, PCR, and beer-specific analysis.
Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
Ability to work independently and within a team, multi-task, and manage time effectively.
Preferred Qualifications:
Bachelor’s Degree in Microbiology, Biochemistry, Food Science, or Fermentation Science.
Previous experience as a Lab or Quality Technician in a food and beverage manufacturing setting.
Experience in research and development-focused environments.
Familiarity with DraughtLab or other sensory software.
Cicerone or similar beer sensory certification.
Experience with Invisible Sentinel / Biomerieux products (e.g., BrewLAP).
Work Environment:
This position requires working in both a laboratory and warehouse environment, with potential exposure to hot fluids, pressurized vessels, chemicals, and moving machinery. The role may require occasional travel to partner breweries across North America.
Physical Demands:
Ability to routinely lift up to 55 lbs.
Ability to work standing for extended periods.
Ability to work safely with chemicals, mechanical equipment, and other potential hazards.
Additional Information:
Sustainable Beverage Technologies, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace.
Applicants must be over the age of 21 due to the nature of the position.
We are not currently sponsoring work visas for this position.
Why You’ll Love Working Here
SBT is disrupting a centuries-old industry and having fun doing it. Besides the satisfaction of helping make “the best beer on the planet and for the planet”, you’ll enjoy the following benefits and perks:
Competitive salary with annual bonus potential and stock options
Health, dental and vision insurance
Retirement savings plan with company matched contributions
Education stipend
Support a culture of work-life balance
Open PTO policy
Fresh beer on tap!
Annual base salary: $20 – $24/hr
Application Deadline:
To be considered for this position, please submit your application by 02/07/2025. Applications received after this date may not be reviewed. However, if an insufficient number of applicants are received by the close date, this posting will remain open until the position is filled. We encourage you to apply as soon as possible to ensure your candidacy is considered.
Affirmative Action/EEO statement
Sustainable Beverage Technologies, Inc. provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $20.00 – $24.00 per hour
Expected hours: 40 per week
Benefits:
Dental insurance
Health insurance
Paid time off
Retirement plan
Vision insurance
Schedule:
8 hour shift
Day shift
Monday to Friday
Ability to Commute:
Golden, CO 80403 (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
Golden, CO 80403: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
Title: Quality Control Manager, Construction
Company: Tepa
Location: Teec Nos Pos, AZ
