Quality Lab Technician

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 a Quality Lab Tech based in Fort Worth, TX.

• Operate and maintain analytical bench test equipment; e.g. Rheomat, pH meter, etc.
• Certify and execute micro plating; e.g. EB, Coliform, etc.
• Execute environmental testing; e.g. swabs, air testing, water testing, etc.
• Organize culture received.
• Execute proficiency tests with a passing grade.
• Conduct line inspections/clearances – e.g. Pre‑op, Allergen Line Clearances, etc.
• Conduct ELISA testing for product validations.
• Analyze and test products on hold.
• Support specialists with lab supply call‑outs and stocking.
• Support projects for audit compliance – e.g. glass audit, WISE audit.
• Support and drive quality improvement in the lab.
• Ensure compliance to Danone and regulatory quality systems schemas; e.g. FSSC 22000, PrP, TDH/FDA, Danone Audits.
• Support quality systems: e.g. the plant ISO and HACCP initiatives.
• Develop quality SOPs and ensure QARs are followed up as it relates to materials.
• Perform analysis according to plan of control, document findings, analyze trends and assemble quality action plans.
• Train operational teams on quality related topics such as GMP, quick hits and support the development of SOPs and OPL and ensure quality action reports are followed up.
• Support innovation/renovation plant trials related to materials.

Danone North America additionally offers a performance‑based bonus and has 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.

• Bachelor’s degree in food science, microbiology, or equivalent is preferred.
• 1–3 years experience in the dairy/food/beverage manufacturing industry, including supervisory experience.
• Proven ability to establish, optimize and maintain a world‑class quality system and team.
• Excellent communication, leadership and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to influence others and be a team player.
• Ability to develop/implement core work practices and standards that ensure excellence in quality.
• Ability to rapidly assess, analyze, and quickly resolve complicated quality problems with little initial information or direction and with varying degrees of ambiguity.
• Ability to multitask and manage priorities, allocating time to long‑term quality continuous improvement projects.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Strong self‑management skills and comfortable working with minimal supervision.
• Established project management skills; lead, interact with various levels of plant and corporate personnel and influence others.
• Willingness to work flexible schedules to support 7‑day per week, 24‑hour production facilities. Schedules could include occasional off‑shift or weekend work.

Danone North America is proud to be an Equal Opportunity employer. We provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified persons without regard to legally protected characteristics or any other consideration made unlawful by applicable law.