At Niagara, we’re looking for Team Members who want to be part of achieving our mission to provide our customers the highest quality most affordable bottled water.

　　Consider applying here, if you want to:

　　Work in an entrepreneurial and dynamic environment with a chance to make an impact.

　　Develop lasting relationships with great people.

　　Have the opportunity to build a satisfying career.

　　We offer competitive compensation and benefits packages for our Team Members.

　　Quality Engineer I - Packaging

　　This is a 100% remote position. Or may be based at Niagara's Ontario Plant.

　　Under general supervision, the Quality Engineer I will support various aspects of Niagara’s quality program, which could include Beverage Quality, Water Quality, Packaging Quality and/or Quality Systems. The Quality Engineer will review and maintain Quality Assurance (QA) standard operating procedures, work with management representatives at all manufacturing plants, communicate quality system changes, and work with plant teams and department managers to ensure the system supports overall company goals.

　　Essential Functions

　　Quality Process Improvement – supports with quality focused engineering duties in the development and application of quality tools, methods, and systems that result in continual product quality improvements. Under supervision, participates in the Quality Assurance functions within the manufacturing division by assisting in developing, implementing and administering quality specifications, test methodologies, and sampling plans for product and process.

　　Project Work – Works with various Quality and Manufacturing representatives on developing and completing project requests to improve quality throughout the Niagara network.

　　Data Collection and Analysis – Assists with collecting, and analyzing Quality data for trending and for the development of Quality Performance Indicators. Applies statistical process control (SPC) methods for analyzing data to evaluate the current process and process changes. Develops new approaches to solve problems identified during quality assurance activities.

　　Communication – Communicates significant issues or developments identified during quality assurance activities and provide recommended process improvements to the team.

　　CI and Lean - Keeps lean manufacturing and continuous improvement principles in mind throughout the organization using value stream mapping and other lean tools.

　　Training – Participates in ongoing training in the areas of Quality Assurance, lean manufacturing and Six Sigma. Assists in new plant start-ups, new line installs, performing training and standardization for new QA teams.

　　Work on beverage project rollouts, this could include new beverage scale-ups, rollouts or implementations. Identify and resolve any outstanding engineering problems associated with running a new beverage product. Create new beverage specification documents to detail how new products should be produced/processed in order to ensure appropriate quality levels throughout production.

　　Lean Six Sigma (LSS) Projects – Work on LSS projects across multiple plants and departments. Understand LSS methodologies to drive continuous efforts to improve process efficiencies and reduce waste. A focus on achieving measureable and quantifiable financial returns for the company.

　　New Plant Start-ups – This position will participate extensively with New Plant Start-ups. They will be an on-site resource for these start-ups providing training, and expertise to the plant staff. This will also include new line start-ups where necessary.

　　Travel 50% - on average travels 2 weeks out of the month. This is a remote position.

　　Please note this job description is not designed to contain a comprehensive list of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without prior notice.

　　Qualifications

　　Minimum Qualifications:

　　0-1 Years – Experience in Plant Level QA.

　　0-1 Years – Experience in Quality Engineering.

　　*experience may include a combination of work experience and education

　　Travel 50% - on average travels 2 weeks out of the month. This is a remote position

　　Preferred Qualifications:

　　2 Years– Experience in Quality Engineering.

　　2 Years – Experience in SQL, ODBC, and PLC Programming.

　　2 Years – Experience in Plant Quality Manager.

　　2 Years – Experience in Beverage Quality

　　*experience may include a combination of work experience and education

　　Competencies

　　Proficiency in, but not limited to:

　　Experience and knowledge of Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma methodology principles.

　　Experience with statistical process control software.

　　Experience in manufacturing plants and knowledge of plant processes.

　　Demonstrated skill with information systems and technology trends.

　　Ability to communicate effectively with different levels of personal.

　　Ability to lead projects to completion and work effectively without direct supervision

　　Familiarity with the following:

　　Reverse Osmosis

　　Beverage Batching Operations

　　Beverage CIP and Sanitation Operations

　　Bottle Water Production

　　PET Blow molding

　　Plastic Injection

　　General Microbiology Practices

　　Chemical Analysis Techniques

　　Education

　　Minimum Required:

　　Bachelor's Degree in Packaging Science, Packaging Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Food Science, Chemistry or Science related field

　　Preferred:

　　Bachelor's Degree in Packaging Science, Packaging Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Food Science or Science related field

　　Certification/License:

　　Required: Lean Six Sigma Green Belt

　　Preferred: Lean Six Sigma Black Belt

　　Foreign Language

　　Required: None Required

　　Preferred: Native or Bilingual Proficiency, Spanish

　　This is a 100% remote position. Or may be based at Niagara's Ontario Plant.

　　Typical Compensation Range

　　Pay Rate Type: Salary

　　$68,846.00 - $99,828.00 / Yearly

　　Benefits

　　https://careers.niagarawater.com/us/en/benefits

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　　Employment agencies that have fee agreements with Niagara Bottling, LLC and have been engaged on a search shall submit résumé to the designated Niagara Bottling, LLC recruiter or, upon authorization, submit résumé into this career site to be eligible for placement fees.

　　Niagara Bottling, LLC has been family owned and operated since 1963. Niagara is a leading bottled water manufacturer in the U.S., supplying major retailers across the nation. With incredible growth over the past several years, the career possibilities at Niagara are endless!

　　Niagara’s culture is fast-paced, innovative and intensely collaborative. Our Team Members are passionate, driven and always find a way to get the job done. We work hard and play hard while staying true to our family atmosphere.

　　From competitive benefits and retirement options to educational reimbursements, ongoing training courses and exciting career advancement opportunities, at Niagara we truly take care of our Team Members.

　　We hope that you consider joining our Niagara family!

　　Niagara Bottling LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer that does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, national origin, veteran status or disability in relation to our recruiting, hiring, and promoting practices.