Brew Doctor - Laboratory Technician

Position Title: Laboratory Technician
Department: Technical Services
Location: Tualatin, Oregon
Supervisory Responsibilities: None 
Reports to: FSQA Manager
Worker Category: Full-time
FLSA Classification: Non-exempt
About Brew Dr:
In 2006, our founder Matt Thomas started Townshend’s Tea Company.  Two years later, we began making kombucha in the basement of our first teahouse, and it got so popular we decided to bottle it!  
Today, Brew Dr. Kombucha operates from a 50,000 sq ft brewery in Tualatin, Oregon, and our products are sold in all 50 states and across Canada. In addition, we have expanded our horizons to launch Tranquil, a line of CBD kombucha, and Uplift, a line of energizing yerba mate beverages.
You may have met our mascot, Otis the sloth, who shows up under the cap of every bottle of Brew Dr. Kombucha. He inspires our motto: “Can’t rush the good stuff.”
Position Summary:  The Laboratory Technician will be responsible for performing and coordinating product analysis and testing. This position works closely with the production and quality teams. 
 
Job Responsibilities: 

• Analyze samples and report findings
  
• Monitor fermentation tanks, perform sensory analysis, and collect samples
  
• Operate Admeo and Anton Paar for daily analysis, calibration, and routine maintenance
  
• Interpret and enter lab data
  
• Generate Process Control Documents as needed
  
• Act as back-up to the Quality Technician for crucial food safety functions
  

 
Qualifications and Experience:

• Ability to maintain an organized and efficient workflow while demonstrating a high degree of accuracy
  
• Ability to prioritize and complete ongoing tasks assigned by the FSQA Manager.
  
• Demonstrated proficiency in writing and composition, including use of proper grammar and logical design of forms, reports, charts, and flow diagrams
  
• Proven ability to work collaboratively and safely in a production and lab environment
  
• Ability to perform arithmetic (including unit conversions) and basic statistical analysis of trial data
  
• Educational background in Food Science, Microbiology, Chemistry, Biology, Enology, Brewing or related discipline preferred
  

• Previous lab experience is a plus but not required.
  

 
Physical Requirements: 

• Ability to sit continuously at a computer
  
• Carry weight and lift to 5 pounds frequently and up to 50 pounds occasionally
  
• Taste & Smell: Ability to detect and perceive fermentation and tea flavors and aromas
  
• Standing - ability to stand for long periods; ability to climb a ladder occasionally
  

 Work Environment:
While performing the duties of this position, the worker may be exposed to inside environmental conditions, hot fluids, pressurized vessels and transfer lines, strong odors, chemicals, noise levels above 85 decibels, confined spaces, refrigerated gases, powered industrial trucks, and moving machinery.
Other duties:
Please note this job description may not cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities required of the employee for this job. In addition, duties, obligations, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
Statement of Diversity & Inclusion:
Brew Dr. Kombucha is committed to maintaining a diverse, inclusive, and equitable workplace founded on respect, acceptance, and appreciation for all individuals.  Fostering a positive, inclusive, and diverse workplace is integral to growing the creative and collaborative organization that we believe is critical for sustained success.  With this in mind, we will strive to create an inclusive workforce that fully represents different cultures, backgrounds, and perspectives. Additionally, we will ensure that our employment practices support and promote diversity, equity and inclusion.  
Mission Statement:
At Brew Dr., our mission is to explore the magic of tea to create delightful beverages. We craft quality, tasty, and functional tea beverages with thoughtful care for our people, ingredients, and the planet.
We value great taste, creativity, sustainability, and transparency. We take time to do things right, and we never settle.
Proud to be a B Corp:
Brew Dr. is proud to be the first national kombucha company to become a Certified B Corporation, joining the growing number of companies using business as a force for good.
Certified B Corporations meet rigorous social and environmental performance standards, public transparency, and legal accountability to balance purpose and profit. Yet, of the 40,000+ companies who have taken the assessment, only 5% passed to become B Corps. We’re proud to be in that 5%!
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