Quality Assurance Technician, ON, Dairy - Deerfield

Publix Super Markets; Deerfield Beach (FL); On-site; USD 38,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee stock ownership plan

Purchase additional Publix stock

401(k) retirement savings plan

Health, dental and vision plans

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Publix Super Markets is seeking a lab technician in Deerfield Beach, FL to perform milk and product analysis, environmental testing, and flavoring processes. You will inspect the plant, uphold GMPs, and communicate results to department managers and associates.

The role requires a two-year degree or lab experience, strong analytical skills, and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment. The team supports process improvement and broader quality initiatives within the facility.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Must obtain lab certification by state and/or FDA.
• Must be able to taste and evaluate all products.
• Must have analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Must demonstrate safe working habits.
• Must be able to lift up to of 50 pounds frequently.
• Must be able to learn and perform all positions.
• Must be able to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Must have good human relations skills (team player).
• Must be able to work any shift, nights, weekends, holidays, and extended hours.
• Must have excellent attendance and punctuality.
• Must have excellent safety work habits.
• Must be willing to assist other team members in other areas.
• Must be able to perform steady and productive work for an extended period.
• Must be able to work efficiently with little supervision.
• Must follow detailed written and verbal instructions.
• Must possess basic math skills.
• Must be able to communicate effectively.
• Must show enthusiasm, initiative, and pride in work and
• Must show a commitment to Publix and our mission.

Responsibilities

• Performing raw, intermediate and finished milk and product analysis
• Performing environment tests
• Flavoring product
• Inspecting Plant and upholding GMPs
• Providing accurate and timely information to department managers
• Keeping records and documentation of test results
• Creating and communicating laboratory reports for regulatory agencies and Publix associates
• Assisting teams in applying information for process improvement and resolution of quality issues in the facility
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Teamwork

Taste testing

Reading instructions

Safety awareness

Education

Two-year degree in Dairy Science or Microbiology OR two years lab experience

Job description

• Performing raw, intermediate and finished milk and product analysis
• Performing environment tests
• Flavoring product
• Inspecting Plant and upholding Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP’s)
• Providing accurate and timely information to department managers
• Keeping records and documentation of test results
• Creating and communicating laboratory reports for regulatory agencies and Publix associates
• Assisting teams in applying information for process improvement and resolution of quality issues in the facility
• Other duties as assigned.

Description

• Performing microbiological tests
• Testing fat composition
• Performing raw, intermediate and finished milk and product analysis
• Performing environment tests
• Flavoring product
• Inspecting Plant and upholding Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP’s)
• Providing accurate and timely information to department managers
• Keeping records and documentation of test results
• Creating and communicating laboratory reports for regulatory agencies and Publix associates
• Assisting teams in applying information for process improvement and resolution of quality issues in the facility
• Other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old
• Must obtain lab certification by state and/or FDA
• Must be able to taste and evaluate all products
• Must have analytical and problem-solving skills
• Must demonstrate safe working habits
• Must be able to lift up to of 50 pounds frequently
• Must be able to learn and perform all positions
• Must be able to work in a fast-paced environment
• Must have good human relations skills (the ability to work well with others and be a team player)
• Must be able to work any shift, nights, weekends, holidays, and extended hours
• Must have excellent attendance and punctuality
• Must have excellent safety work habits
• Must be willing to assist other team members in other areas
• Must be able to perform steady and productive work for an extended period of time
• Must be able to work efficiently with little or no supervision
• Must be able to follow detailed written and verbal instructions
• Must possess basic math skills
• Must be able to communicate effectively
• Must show enthusiasm, initiative, and pride in work and
• Must show a commitment to Publix and our mission.

Preferred Qualifications

• Have a two-year degree in Dairy Science, Microbiology OR other related curriculum OR two years laboratory experience or equivalent experience
• Lab experience

Benefits Information

• Employee stock ownership plan that contributes Publix stock to associates each year at no cost
• An opportunity to purchase additional shares of our privately-held stock
• 401(k) retirement savings plan
• Group health, dental and vision plans
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Parental Leave
• Short- and long-term disability insurance
• Tuition reimbursement
• Free hot lunches (buffet-style) at facilities with a cafeteria
• Visit our website to see all of our benefits: https://jobs-beta.publix.com/benefits/

Year End Bonus

To reward associates for their contributions to the company for the calendar year, Publix provides a Holiday Bonus in November. In the first year of continuous employment the bonus is equal to 15 hours of pay, and in the second year of continuous employment the bonus is equal to one week’s pay if associate remains employed through issue date of the bonus check. In subsequent years, the bonus is equal to two weeks’ pay.