Food QA Technician: Micro & Sensory (Grave Shift)

Danone North America; Springfield (OR); On-site; USD 46,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Performance-based bonus

Medical

Dental

Vision

Prescription Drug Coverage

401k Plan

Wellness Program

Life Insurance

Tuition Reimbursement

Flexible Time Off

Paid Parental Bonding Leave

Other benefit plan options

Job summary

Danone North America is seeking a Quality Assurance Technician for the Grave shift in Springfield, OR. The role focuses on ensuring our products meet federal and state food manufacturing compliance and customer expectations, with responsibilities including micro testing, ingredient verification, and line checks.

The ideal candidate has lab experience, proficiency with Microsoft Office, and the ability to collaborate cross-functionally to drive process improvements and protect product quality.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in food science, Biochemistry, or related field.
• Associate's degree in food science, Biochemistry, or related field and 2+ years experience.
• Minimum of five (5) years' relevant work experience.
• Knowledge of laboratory practices and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Conduct micro testing of pasteurized mix, and microbiology and allergen tests of finished goods samples.
• Verify ingredients and packaging at startup and during production runs.
• Conduct sensory evaluations of finished goods to ensure quality.
• Perform hourly line checks including metal detector validations and sample collections.
• Issue non-conformance holds and dispositions on materials and finished product.
• Assist in QA data management and documentation of results.
• Complete document review of QA and production paperwork for accuracy.

Skills

Laboratory practices

Microsoft Office

Cross-functional collaboration

Prioritization & deadlines

Education

Bachelor's degree in food science/biochemistry

Associate's + 2 years experience

5+ years relevant experience

Job description

Danone North America is seeking a Quality Assurance Technician for the Grave shift in Springfield, OR. The role focuses on ensuring our products meet federal and state food manufacturing compliance and customer expectations, with responsibilities including micro testing, ingredient verification, and line checks.

The ideal candidate has lab experience, proficiency with Microsoft Office, and the ability to collaborate cross-functionally to drive process improvements and protect product quality.