Quality Lab Technician 1

Danone; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

Danone North America is hiring for a Quality Lab Technician in Dallas, TX. The role focuses on analytical testing of ingredients, in-process and finished products, ensuring they meet quality specs. You will conduct microbiological testing, verify sensory attributes, and uphold cGMP and sanitation standards.

The position requires lifting up to 60 lbs, weekend/overtime flexibility, and collaboration across departments. Proficiency with lab equipment and software like SAP/IQS is expected.

Qualifications

• Must be able to work with chemicals.
• Must be able to evaluate physical properties of ingredients and products.
• Must be able to work weekends and have flexibility to work overtime as needed.
• Must be able to regularly lift and / or move up to 60 pounds.
• Ability to work in cold conditions for extended periods of time.
• Must interface regularly with multiple departments and leadership.
• Must be accurate and precise in testing procedures and calculations.

Responsibilities

• Check butterfat, total solids, pH, acid, flavor odor, cryoscopy, peroxide, shipping, COF checks and viscosities.
• Perform microbiological testing/documentation of finished and in-process products; generate standard reports.
• Test ingredients, in-process batched products, and finished products.
• Verify taste, odor, and appearance of finished products.
• Interpret test results to ensure products meet quality specs.
• Perform routine sanitation swabs of equipment and conduct product processing area inspections.
• Participate in Quality Team Audits and SOP compliance.
• Document non-conforming products and communicate to supervisors.
• Contribute to other duties as assigned.

Skills

Chemicals handling

Physical property evaluation

Math and calculations

Effective communication

Attention to detail

Team collaboration

Tools

Excel

SAP

MP2

IQS

CEM

FT120

D-Count

Petrifilm

Pipettors

Job description

About The Job

At Danone, Manufacturing the best products and supplying them to meet demand is a key driver for our plant teams. We are currently looking to hire Quality Lab Technicians for our Quality Lab for our Beverage Business based in Dallas, TX.

In this role, you will be responsible for:

• Check butterfat, total solids, pH, acid, flavor odor, cryoscopy, peroxide, shipping, coffee checks, viscosity, temperatures, DMC, DMSCC and SPC.
• Responsible for microbiological testing/documentation of finished and in-process products; generate standard report of results.
• Responsible for analytical testing of ingredient, in-process batched product, and finished product.
• Responsible for verifying taste, odor, and appearance of finished product.
• Interpret test results to release product to release product that meets food quality specifications.
• Perform post sanitation swabs of equipment.
• Conduct routine inspection of processing areas to ensure compliance with cGMPs and sanitation requirements.
• Performs Quality Team Audits, including Good Manufacturing Practices and Housekeeping.
• Process documentation for non-conforming product and communicate information to supervisors.
• Conducts other tasks/duties as assigned.

About You

JOB REQUIREMENTS:

• Must be able to work with chemicals.
• Must be able to evaluate physical properties of ingredients and products.
• Must be able to work weekends and have flexibility to work overtime as needed.
• Must be able to regularly lift and / or move up to 60 pounds.
• Ability to work in cold conditions for extended periods of time.
• Must be able to work in and around loud noise levels, industrial machinery, air-conditioned environments suitable for carrying out controlled tests.
• Must interface regularly throughout the shift with multiple departments and levels of leadership.
• Must be accurate and precise in testing procedures and mix formulation calculations and have a keen sense of odors and flavors.
• Must have the ability to do basic math calculations, critical thinking, and result interpretation.
• Knowledge of Good Manufacturing Practices.
• Able to operate office machinery: computers, printers, copiers, scanners
• Able to use software as Microsoft Office (Outlook, Excel, Word, Visio, etc.), SAP, MP2, IQS
• Experience using Lab equipment including: CEM, FT120, D-Count, Epic, Petrifilm, Lateral Flow Device, pipettors,

pH meter, refractometer, conductivity meter, microscope, incubators, etc.

• Must possess strong oral and written communication skills.
• Must be able to read, write and interpret documents such as specification tables, safety rules and procedure manuals.
• Must have the ability to prioritize and organize.
• Must have decision-making abilities to determine best course of action in assessing test results.
• Must have the ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to customers, clients, and other employees of the organization.
• Must possess basic computer skills; knowledge of word processing and spreadsheet programs required.

About Us

Danone North America offers a strong benefits package including Medical, Dental, Vision, Prescription Drug Coverage, 401k Plan, Wellness Program, Life Insurance, Tuition Reimbursement, Flexible Time Off, and Paid Parental Bonding Leave, among other benefit plan options.

At Danone North America, you'll work with some of the best-known food and beverage brands in the world like Activia, Silk, Two Good, Oikos, evian, and Happy Family.You'll be part of one of the largest Certified B Corps in the world, working together to make sure our brands create real benefits for people, communities, and the planet. We have 6,000+ employees across the U.S. and Canada. Come join our movement for a healthier world:One Planet. One Health BY YOU.

Danone North America is proud to be an Equal Opportunity employer. It is our policy to give equal employment opportunities to all qualified persons without regard to legally protected characteristics, or any other consideration made unlawful by applicable federal, state/provincial and/or local law. For our EEO policy statement and your EEO rights under law click here.