Quality Control Lab Technician - Portland Plant

About The Job
Danone is seeking a Quality Control Lab Technician based in Portland, OR. Manufacturing the best products and supplying them to meet demand is a key driver for our plant teams.

Portland, OR

• Support swing shift (3 pm – 1:30 am) on a 4x10 schedule (Monday - Thursday); some OT possible (likely on Friday). Flexibility to adjust schedule as needed, with some minimal OT on Saturday or Sunday.
• Perform bench-top analysis of critical quality parameters in accordance with SOPs and control plan. Record data to ensure in-process samples and finished goods comply with specifications.
• Conduct microbiological testing of in-process samples and finished goods in accordance with SOPs and control plan; report results.
• Perform and complete line checks.
• Hold finished product when results fall outside of acceptable range, investigate root cause, propose solutions. Assist in disposition of held products through retest and/or providing sorting instructions to supply chain.
• Perform audits on equipment, materials, products and procedures to ensure the lab is in compliance with Corporate Quality Assurance (CQA) and HACCP procedures.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives in all areas of the plant.
• Analyze data statistically to identify trends, common and special cause variation.
• Ensure adherence to personal safety, food safety, and environmental standards; follow established maintenance processes to uphold plant technical standards and ensure company compliance with all federal, state, local and company regulations.

• Standing for extended periods and lifting up to 30 lbs.
• Fine motor repetitive motion (e.g., typing, plating/pipetting).
• Periodic squatting, bending, reaching throughout a 10-hour period.

• Manufacturing environment with exposure to moderate noise and temperature variations.
• Work schedules could include nights, weekends and/or holidays to support a 24/7 manufacturing environment as business needs dictate.

Ensure adherence to plant standards and procedures (GMP, AIB, FDA, IWS, Quality, Safety, ISO, HOPE, Danone Behaviors, Daily Direction Setting, Driving OE). Participate in and support the implementation and deployment of the IWS system and its pillars, with the objective of owning your space, performance, and continuous improvement.

Danone North America offers a performance-based bonus and 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.

The ideal candidate will bring a combination of education, experience, and skills to excel in this position. The following qualifications outline what we’re looking for, including both required and preferred criteria.

• Bachelor’s degree in Science (preferred). Minimum: associate degree in Science or a minimum of two years lab experience.
• At least one year of experience in a food-processing environment (preferred).

• Basic understanding of production environment and warehouse management systems.
• Intermediate skill level with Microsoft Office Suite.

Danone U.S. is part of Danone North America, a purpose-driven company and an industry leader in the food and beverage category. Our brands include Activia, Dan Active, Danimals, Dannon, evian, Follow Your Heart, Happy Family Organics, International Delight, Light + Fit, Nutricia, Oikos, Silk, So Delicious Dairy Free, STōK Cold Brew Coffee, Too Good & Co, and YoCrunch. With approximately 5,000 employees and 13 production locations across the U.S., Danone North America aims to bring health through food to as many people as possible.

We are part of one of the largest Certified B Corps in the world, working to create value for people and the planet. One Planet. One Health BY YOU.

Danone North America is an Equal Opportunity employer. It is our policy to provide 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 local law. For our EEO policy statement and your EEO rights under law, .