Date: Mar 24, 2022
Location: Portland, OR, US
Company: DANONE
ABOUT THE JOB:
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, Stok, Two Good, Vega, and Wallaby Organic. 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 (including flexible time off and up to 26 weeks paid parental leave), 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.

We have an opening for a Quality Control Lab Technician based in our Portland, Oregon manufacturing facility. In this role, you will support the manufacturing plant by providing quality control on 2nd shift.


Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Include the following.  Other duties may be assigned that pertain to this classification. Job duties and knowledge listed are for the labor grade.  Knowledge of all duties is to be cross functional, but specific duties are assigned within available personnel.

• Perform bench-top analysis of critical quality parameters in accordance with SOP’s and control plan. Record data to assure that in-process samples and finished goods are in compliance to specifications.
• Conduct microbiological testing of in-process samples and finished goods in accordance with SOP’s and control plan and report results.
• Hold finished product when results fall outside of acceptable range, investigate root cause and propose solutions. Assist in disposition of hold products through retest and /or providing sorting instructions to supply chain.
• Analyze data statistically looking for trends, common and special cause variation.
• Perform required environmental tests of Primary & Secondary Fluids as well as Air Quality.
• Perform audits on equipment, materials, products and procedures to assure that the lab is in compliance based on CQA (Corporate Quality Assurance) and HACCP (Hazard Analysis Critical Control Points) procedures.
• Maintain the laboratory in a clean, safe and orderly manner on a daily basis.

At Danone North America, you’ll work with some of the best-known food and beverage brands in the world like Activia, Silk, Horizon Organic, Two Good, Oikos, evian, and Happy Family. You’ll be part of the largest Certified B Corp™ in the world, working together to make sure our brands create real benefits for people, communities, and the planet. We have 6,000+ employees across the U.S. and Canada. Come join our movement for a healthier world: One Planet. One Health BY YOU.
Danone North America doesn’t just welcome what makes you unique, we value it. We’re proud to be an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. All hires to our team are based on qualifications, merit and business needs. We recruit, employ, train and promote regardless of race, color, religion, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, veteran status, genetic characteristic or any other protected status. Faithful to our values of openness and humanism, all of our employees share in the commitment to engage one another with dignity and respect.






ABOUT YOU:
The ideal candidate will have:
Preferred bachelor’s degree in Science. Minimum requirement associate degree in Science or minimum two years lab experience At least one year of experience in food-processing environment preferred Basic understanding of warehouse management systems Intermediate skill level with Microsoft Office Suite Possesses good oral and written communication skills; and ability to analyze technical data to form conclusions / make recommendations Ability to drive results with minimal supervision Requires good sensory skills Ability to effectively read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.  Demonstrated ability to communicate orally or in written form effectively with co-workers, departments, preferably customers and vendors as well. The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Frequent walking, lifting, pulling, pushing, bending, stooping, squatting, standing, twisting.  Repeatedly lifting and moving 50 lbs.

• Support continuous improvement initiatives in all areas of the plant.
• Inspect Machines prior to and after Interventions.
• Perform and complete line checks
• Maintain a sanitary and well stocked area.
• Perform other duties as assigned.


• https://signjobs.danone.com/job/Portland-Quality-Lab-Technician-OR-97086/777702201/

Global Gap, Canada Gap, or Primus GFS auditor
 
At NSF International, our mission is to protect and improve human health. We’re a global leader in standards development, testing, auditing, certification and training. We provide these services for a diverse set of industries including food, water, health sciences, sustainability and management systems. We’re passionate about the work we do, because together, we have a broad impact on our world. 
 
Our nearly 3,000 employees provide services in over 170 countries through our many global offices, at our client sites, from home offices and in state-of-the-art laboratories. We’re growing fast, and that’s where you come in. Come join our team. 
 
More information about NSF International can be found at nsf.org
 
As a Global Gap Auditor, Canada Gap Auditor, or Primus GFS auditor, you will play a crucial role in the mission of NSF International – to protect and improve human health. NSF International is known as the most trusted name in Food Safety. NSF International has been helping businesses in the agriculture and processing industries to navigate the food safety and regulatory environment for more than 70 years. Our extensive suite of food safety and quality services span every link from farm to fork including certification, testing, consulting, auditing, and regulatory compliance. We would like to expand our team with the addition of contract Agriculture Auditors throughout North America (USA and Canada).
 
Principal Accountabilities 

• Conduct good agricultural practices/food safety systems inspections/audits.
• Schedule designated inspections/audits.
• Develop effective work plans for the completion of assigned inspections/audits within a determined timeframe.
• Summarize and evaluate inspection/audit findings.
• Communicate findings/results of inspections/audits with client site management or appropriate client representatives.
• Timely report audit/inspection results according to scheme requirements and travel expenses.
• Establish and maintain effective communication with key team members including audit delivery and client teams.
• Represent NSF with the designated clients.
• Perform other duties as requested.
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QUALIFICATIONS: 

• Recognized training in audit techniques based on QMS, FSMS - 40 hrs
• HACCP training based on Codex from recognized institution (2 days and within the last 5 years).
• PCQI Training for those doing module 7
• Education in agriculture/crop based, food or bioscience related discipline, or as a minimum, have successfully completed a higher education course or equivalent qualification in one of those disciplines, with a degree, diploma or certificate from a recognized institution.
• 5 years of experience in agriculture or food industry, but at minimum 2 years in areas such as quality assurance or food safety in food production, manufacturing, retailing inspection or enforcement or equivalent
• Experience with 10 audit days and 2 different organizations using a GFSI scheme
• Experience with Microsoft Office Suite, i.e. Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook
• Excellent interpersonal and ability to effectively develop professional work. relationships, conflict resolution, decision making, organization and planning
• Valid driver’s license
• Computer with MS Windows operating system and own mobile phone
• Establised business LLC
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal

 
Preferred Qualifications 
Global Gap Auditor

• GLOBALG.A.P. training (can be provided by NSF) and online exam.
• 5 years’ on-farm produce experience.
• Prior auditing experience using GFSI scheme.
• Be an approved PRIMUSGFS auditor.
• Experience with sustainability and social accountability standards.

 
Canada G.A.P Auditor

• Approved CanadaGAP Auditor Training
• 5 years’ experience working in the produce industry
• Prior auditing experience

 
Primus GFS Auditor

• Approved PrimusGFS Auditor Training (can be provided by NSF). (PrimusGFS auditor and Scheme training plus exam)
• 5 years’ on-farm produce experience
• Experience with minimal processing
• Prior auditing experience using GFSI scheme or currently auditing to GFSI schemes.
• Be an approved GLOBALG.A.P. auditor
• Experience with sustainability and social accountability standards

 
Preferred Qualifications 

• Bachelor’s Degree in a science-based field  
• 3-5+ years Auditing experience 

 
NSF International is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to, among other things, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, status as a protected veteran, or disability. 

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Supply Chain Food Safety Auditor - NSF
NSF International is known as the most trusted name in Food Safety. NSF International has been helping businesses in the agriculture and processing industries to navigate the food safety and regulatory environment for more than 70 years. Our extensive suite of food safety and quality services span every link from farm to fork including certification, testing, consulting, auditing, and regulatory compliance. We would like to expand our team with the addition of contract Supply Chain Food Safety Auditors through-out North America.
Principle Accountabilities:

• Conduct supply chain food safety inspections/audits.
• Coaching / training at client’s sites
• Summarize and evaluate inspection/audit findings.
• Communicate findings/results of inspections/audits with client site management or appropriate client representatives.
• Develop effective work plans for the completion of assigned inspections/audits within a determined timeframe.
• Establish and maintain effective communication with key team members including audit delivery and client teams.
• Perform other duties as requested.

Qualification, Training and Equipment Requirements:

• MUST have completed a 5 day Lead Auditor Course - in a GFSI scheme (SCQF, BRC, or FSSC)
• Completion a 2-day HACCP Course with certificate
• Completion a Preventative Course Qualified Individual (PCQI) course
• Relevant bachelor’s degree or diploma in relevant field
• Experience with Microsoft Office Suite, i.e. Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook
• Excellent interpersonal and ability to effectively develop professional work relationships
• Valid driver’s license
• Tablet PC running Windows 10 and own mobile phone
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal

Preferred Experience:

• 5 years’ experience working in the food/packaging industry
• Prior auditing experience using GFSI scheme

*** Please note all applicants must submit applicable certificate or proof of completion to be considered.
*** Please note we are recruiting throughout North America ​