Quality Technician 1 Jobs

This role will be responsible for monitoring qualitative/quantitative testing of process and product attributes to ensure food safety and food quality.

Ensure compliance with all applicable regulations such as the Pasteurized Milk Ordinance. Compliance with all applicable standards such as FSSC 22000, Third party audits, Internal audits, Kosher and Organic requirements.

Ensure processes, work in progress, incoming goods, in-process product, finished product meets specifications. Interpretation of testing results to release of product that has met specifications. Process documentation for non-conforming product and communicate information to plant management.

• Must be able to work with chemicals.
• Ability to work in cold conditions for extended periods of time.
• Experience using Lab equipment including: CEM, FT120, D-Count, Epic, Petrifilm, Lateral Flow Device, pipettors,
• Must have the ability to do basic math calculations, critical thinking, and result interpretation.
• Knowledge of Good Manufacturing Practices.
• 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.
• Able to operate office machinery: computers, printers, copiers, scanners
• Must be able to evaluate physical properties of ingredients and products.
• Able to use software as Microsoft Office (Outlook, Excel, Word, Visio, etc.), SAP, MP2, IQS
• 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.

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

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

At Danone we believe that every time we eat or drink, we vote for the world we want. As a leading food and beverage company, we make healthy, sustainably-produced foods and beverages that nourish people’s lives. Some of our brands include Dannon, Activia, Horizon Organic, International Delight, Silk, Oikos, So Delicious Dairy Free and Stok. And as the largest Certified B corporation® in the world, we are committed to redefining success in business to ensure that through our brands we create real benefits for people, our communities, and the planet.

With headquarters in Broomfield, CO and White Plains, NY, Danone North America has more than 6,000 employees across the U.S. and Canada, and more than a dozen manufacturing facilities across North America. Our employees enjoy competitive pay and industry-leading benefits, and share a common mission and culture committed to both business results and social purpose. When you join Danone North America, you become part of a global team that is inspiring a healthier world through food.

Danone North America is looking for a Quality Assurance Technician I in Dallas, TX.