Quality Lab Technician II

Overview 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. Responsibilities Check butterfat, total solids, pH, acid, flavor odor, cryoscopy, peroxide, shipping, coffee checks, viscosity, temperatures, DMC, DMSCC and SPC. Perform microbiological testing and documentation of finished and in-process products; generate standard reports of results. Conduct analytical testing of ingredient, in-process batched product, and finished product. Verify taste, odor, and appearance of finished product. Interpret test results 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. Perform Quality Team Audits, including Good Manufacturing Practices and Housekeeping. Document and communicate non-conforming product information to supervisors. Conduct other tasks and duties as assigned. 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 be able to work in and around loud noise levels, industrial machinery, and air-conditioned environments suitable for controlled tests. Must interface regularly throughout the shift with multiple departments and levels of leadership. Must be accurate and precise in testing procedures, mix formulation calculations, and have a keen sense of odors and flavors. Must have the ability to perform basic math calculations, critical thinking, and result interpretation. Knowledge of Good Manufacturing Practices. Able to operate office machinery including computers, printers, copiers, and scanners. Able to use software such as Microsoft Office (Outlook, Excel, Word, Visio, etc.), SAP, MP2, and IQS. Experience using lab equipment including CEM, FT120, D-Count, Epic, Petrifilm, lateral flow devices, 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 the 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. Benefits Medical coverage Dental coverage Vision coverage Prescription drug coverage 401(k) plan Wellness program Life insurance Tuition reimbursement Flexible time off Paid parental bonding leave 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr Danone