Lab Technician - Quality at Tropicana Brands Group in City of Industry, California

Job Description:

About Tropicana Brands Group

The launch of Tropicana Brands Group represents an exciting fusion of some of the world's most beloved and up-and-coming brands in the juice category, including Tropicana, Naked, KeVita, Izze, Dole, Copella and Punica. Established in 2022 as a joint venture between PAI Partners and PepsiCo, our new company blends the best of two worlds: one steeped in industry-leading expertise and the heritage of prestige juice brands, and another rooted in a true entrepreneurial, agile mindset.

With a global footprint of more than 2,000 associates that spans North America and Europe, we are proud of our industry-leading capabilities in areas that include innovation, R&D, manufacturing, distribution, sales, marketing and nutrition expertise.

The company's focused on the vision to quench the world's thirst for more delight and nourishment, while continuing to build upon the many important diversity, sustainability, local community and philanthropic activities that our people and brands have historically supported.

REQUIREMENTS:

• High School Diploma or GED


• Minimum 1 year recent work experience in a manufacturing facility, food production preferred


• Knowledge of basic math and problem solving


• Must have basic computing skills to operate and interface with manufacturing software


• Ability to listen, understand and communicate written and verbal information and ideas


• Ability to operate equipment and machines in an industrial environment


• Ability to perform work within established guidelines i.e., in a safe matter


• Ability to work independently and in teams


• Ability to work any shift and overtime


• Ability to lift a minimum of 50 pounds


• Basic knowledge of liquid transport systems such as valve matrix, pumps and pressurized vessels


• Forklift certified

JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Perform pre-operational inspections of equipment using sensory and instrumental methods.


• Perform incoming inspections of carriers, ingredients and packaging materials.


• Knowledge of Excel


• Analyze and document analysis of materials used in manufacturing.


• Prepare blending sheets where necessary.


• Monitor, analyze and document in-process conditions, materials and products.


• Collect samples for microbiology testing of ingredients, products and packaging materials.


• Audit and check production, processing and paperwork items utilizing a QC checklist.


• Collect, store, analyze and track retain samples.


• Perform water sample collection and analysis for analytical results.


• Collect samples for environmental microbiology monitoring of manufacturing areas.


• Perform GMP audits and monitor GMP conditions.


• Assist in complaint investigations where necessary.


• Monitor and perform lab equipment calibrations.


• Perform data entry.


• Perform laboratory solution and media preparation.


• Perform temperature measurement and monitoring in manufacturing and transportation.


• Perform analytical testing of ingredients and products.


• Process and analyze paperwork for QC functions.


• Performs or assists with additional assignments as directed by QC Management.

Benefits Overview:

TBG is pleased to offer you a comprehensive benefits package which includes medical, dental, vision, company provided life, STD and LTD insurance . In addition, you may also elect to participate in voluntary life, accident, hospital, and critical illness coverages.

TBG offers a 401(k) plan administered through Fidelity which allows you to contribute pre- or post-tax dollars and invest as you choose to save for retirement. TBG makes employer matching contributions to your 401(k) account and will contribute 100% of the first 3% and an additional 50% of the next 2% for a total of a 4% company contribution.

Pay for this position is $23.18 /hr