Quality Technician

Quality TechnicianPosition Summary Quality Technicians play an integral role in Daisy's mission of providing our consumers high quality, great tasting products. We are looking for motivated individuals who have strong problem solving/analytical skills, are adaptable, and exhibit a strong desire to learn and grow. While managing a 24/7 production operation, the Daisy Brand Quality Team strives to provide a work-life balance with an average of 45 hours/week. Come work with state-of-the-art equipment where there are opportunities for personal and professional growth. Quality Technicians are responsible for completing all documentation and data entry associated with the receipt, handling and analysis of all samples and results. Technicians will frequently collaborate and problem solve with Maintenance, Packaging, Replenishment, Processing, and Leadership. Quality Technicians are expected to interpret production schedules to anticipate sample load and adjust accordingly, ensuring that adequate time and supplies are available. Product testing includes fat, total solids, pH, viscosity, protein, aerobic plate counts, coliform counts, yeast & mold counts, and antibiotic residue testing.Key ResponsibilitiesPulls, records, and labels finished product samples as required for immediate testing, and various shelf-life evaluationsVerifies product labeling and code datesPerforms sensory analysis on finished product, which includes grading sour cream and cottage cheeseOperates laboratory equipment, performing calibrations as required by SOP and troubleshooting when necessaryCommunicates crucial product evaluation results to management as specified by SOPsAdditional finished product samples are pulled to monitor quality and comply with standardized shelf-life testing and retention programsVendor supply management and quarterly vendor scorecard communicationResponsible for pest control management programMicrobiology TestingPerforms all microbiological testing on all raw, in-process, and finished product samplesCommunicates crucial testing results to management in accordance with pre-determined specificationsFurther testing requirements include water, environmental monitoring, and special project testingOtherMaintains company LIMS (Laboratory Information Management System) by performing daily data entry of sample identification and resultsMaintains product hold and release programVerifies supply inventories, restocks or prepares supplies as neededRecords, reviews and validates other records throughout the facility for complianceGMP audits, State Inspection and Customer Audit prepMaintains organization and cleanliness within the laboratoryOther duties as assigned.Qualifications and RequirementsA high school education is required.The ideal candidate will have a technical degree with a focus on science.3-5 years of lab related experience.Ability to prioritize duties and efficiently manage time.Ability to read SOPs and methods manuals; comprehend and follow directions therein in order to comply with analytical, quality control and regulatory requirements and product specifications.Knowledge of basic computer operations and data entry procedures.Ability to lift 30 to 50lbs, bend, squat, kneel, walk and stand for long periods.Schedule2nd shift is available.CompensationCompetitive pay, based on experience and qualifications. Entry level positions from $20/hr.10% premium pay for off-hours work.15% premium pay for weekend work.Company OverviewDaisy Brand is the market leader in two billion-dollar categories - sour cream and cottage cheese. Headquartered in Dallas, Texas, we've earned the trust of Americans through consistency and quality across five generations as a family-owned company. Our success has been guided by a simple belief: good food, much like good work, starts with integrity. That mindset continues to shape how we make our products, run our business, and support the people behind the brand. At Daisy Brand, tradition and innovation go hand in hand. We invest thoughtfully in advancements that strengthen our products and operations, supporting responsible, long-term growth. In 2025, we broke ground on a new manufacturing facility in Boone, Iowa, further strengthening our supply chain alongside our established plants in Garland, Texas; Casa Grande, Arizona; and Wooster, Ohio. Looking ahead, our state-of-the-art Innovation Center, opening in 2026, will bring together research, food science, culinary, and technology teams to shape the future of our products. Recent work from these teams includes the development of the squeeze pouch and new line of dips, reflecting an intentional approach to modernization while staying true to the quality our consumers expect. At the heart of Daisy Brand is its people. The company is intentionally structured to be collaborative and accessible, with an entrepreneurial mindset encouraged at every level. We hire with the goal of building long-term careers and provide an environment where employees are trusted to think critically, take initiative, and continue learning. Growth here isn't accidental; it's actively supported and shared. To support our employees and their families, Daisy Brand offers a people-first benefits package that includes:A no deductible, $0 premium option for employee only medical coverageAccess to virtual healthcare and wellness programsA 401(k) program with company match, plus weekly safe harbor and annual profit-sharing contributionsCompany paid short and long-term disability coverage and 2x annual salary in life and AD&D insuranceFour weeks of paid time off, plus 20 hours of floating holidays in your first full year of employmentAnnual rollover and payout options for any unused paid time offPaid time for volunteering and community involvementTuition reimbursement and ongoing professional development opportunitiesFitness and wellness incentivesAnd more.Daisy Brand is a nicotine-free company. Daisy Brand is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Veterans and disabled encouraged to apply.