Quality Lab Technician

The Quality Control Lab Technician is responsible for chemical, physical and/or microbiological analysis of beverage components and blends. Duties include preparing documentation and performing testing and analysis of samples to ensure quality and food safety standards are met.Your ResponsibilitiesVerify that lab equipment is functioning properly by performing and documenting calibrations on a daily or weekly basis depending on equipmentConduct physical and chemical analysis such as brix, moisture, acidity, pH, etc of beverages, syrups, flavors and raw materials throughout the entire production processPerform sensory analysis on all bulks and finished product throughout the shiftConduct filling line quality inspections on the production floor which includes temperature checks, torques, weights and packaging checksVerify effectiveness of cleaning and sanitation procedures by performing pre and post-operational inspections of production equipment as well as perform ATP swabbingAbility to confidently make batch adjustments when a product is out of specification such as adding acid or base to a sampleResponsible for placing product on hold when it does not meet quality and/or food safety specifications and communicating to appropriate partiesUpkeep of laboratory to include daily cleaning of benchtops and equipment and restocking of suppliesSupport investigations of customer complaint issues as neededCollecting and sending customers production samples per their requestsCollecting and sending samples required for third party testingResponsible to adhere to as well as implement and enforce internal standards concerning hygiene, HACCP, food/quality and job safetyWork and communicate closely with production personnelMaintain an organized, clean, safe & health-conscious work environmentAbility to enter and maintain information in ERP (SAP) systemMaintain and complete batch records for all productsMaintaining upkeep and organization of retain areaYour ProfileAssociates degree in science-related field2+ years’ experience in laboratory environmentSAP knowledgeWe OfferComprehensive Health Coverage – Medical, Dental, and Vision Plans to support you and your familyPaid Parental Leave –Maternity and Paternity Leave so you can focus on what matters most401(k) Retirement Plan – Plan for your future with company-supported retirement savingsPaid Time Off – Enjoy a healthy work-life balance with PTO and 11 Paid HolidaysEmployee Engagement – Join our Engagement Team for fun events, volunteer opportunities, and ways to connect with colleagues across the companyDöhler Academy: You have the opportunity to continuously develop your education further through internal and external training programsSupportive Culture – Friendly and informal atmosphere, family-owned private company, flat hierarchies, open communication, and helpful colleaguesMeaningful Impact – Be an integral part of our business success and help shape the future of nutritionEmpowerment – Unleash your full potential with opportunities to grow, lead, and make a real difference