QC Lab Technician

QC Lab Tech 2nd shift

Anaheim, CA, US

On-site

Salary range: $52,800-$66,000

As a Quality Control Technician you’ll be working to support the plant’s day-to-day operations around quality. You’ll be supported by your team with possibilities to grow into a Supply Chain Professional and directly impact the quality of our products – helping to improve real lives.

At dsm-firmenich, being a force for good is not optional. Diversity, Equity & Inclusion is a shared responsibility woven into our daily work, benefiting to our People, Customers & Communities and driving business value. Equal access to opportunities is a given, belonging is a shared feeling, authenticity is celebrated.

Your key responsibilities

• Manage the receipt of samples as they are logged into Quality Control.
• Analyze raw material, in-process, and finished product samples according to established SOP's
• Conduct daily sensory evaluation sessions per established SOP's
• Participate in daily sensory evaluation panels per established SOP's.
• Provide Sensory Support in both preparation and evaluation of ingredients and finished products.
• Prioritize / separate samples and organize their testing per established SOP's.
• Prepare micro samples for shipment per established SOP's for 3rd party testing. Files all retains at conclusion of sample testing cycle

We bring

• The opportunity to work for a company where sustainability is much more than a claim and is core to our strategy and purpose;
• A flexible work environment that empowers people to take accountability for their work and own the outcome;
• Barrier-free communities within our organization where every employee is equally valued and respected – regardless of their background, beliefs, or identity;
• A firm belief that working together with our customers is the key to achieving great things;
• An eagerness to be one team and learn from each other to bring progress to life and create a better future
• We offer competitive pay, career growth opportunities, and outstanding benefit programs

You bring

• Growth mindset individuals who consistently strive to grow their capabilities, are not afraid to make a mistake, and never give up.
• Nurturers who foster an environment of trust while ensuring dsm-firmenich is a challenging and fun place to work and grow careers.
• Professionals who consistently look beyond their function to drive solutions which are best for the company as a whole.
• Strong interpersonal skills in order to liaise with production staff, Process Industrialization, and R&D on production related issues. Excellent Verbal and Written Communication skills
• Bachelor's degree required preferably within the following disciplines (Analytical Chemistry, Organic Chemistry, Food Science, Food Chemistry, Microbiology, Biochemistry). Technically proficient in the following standard chemical procedures and physical measurements (wet chemistry): FTIR, HPLC, NMR, pH, acid value, peroxide value, oil content, water content, specific gravity, refractive index, Tg, optical rotation, other standard tests. Proficiency with MS Office: Word, Excel and standard MS office software. LIMS and/or SAP experience preferred.
• Physical Requirements: Ability to be on your feet for 50-70% of the day; Able to lift, push, or pull up to 30 lbs; Requires wearing Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).