Danone · 23 hours ago
Manager, Analytical Performance Microbiology
Louisville, CO
Full-time
Hybrid
Mid, Senior Level
$85K/yr - $100K/yr
5+ years expDanone North America is a leader in food and beverage testing with a focus on productivity and efficiency through its accredited laboratory. The Analytical Performance Manager will lead the allergens and rapid microbiology programs, design experiments, manage laboratory quality systems, and collaborate with external partners to support innovation and efficiency in the manufacturing process.
Food and BeverageConsumer GoodsHealthcareAgricultureDairyFood ProcessingHealth Care
Responsibilities
Lead the allergens and rapid microbiology programs
Design experiments and develop methods
Assess equipment and write/review reports
Confirm metrics and manage equipment and inventories
Demo and install equipment into manufacturing
Lead maintenance and calibration performance for the network
Maintain the laboratory quality management system according to ISO 17025 requirements
Function as support for manufacturing audits
Order and send samples for testing, review results, and troubleshoot with external partners
Support innovation, corrective action, training, and efficiency meetings with partners, internal stakeholders, and leadership teams
Qualification
Required
B.S. in Microbiology or related field with 5-10 years of experience
Expertise with allergen lateral flow devices and ELISA kits
Expertise with rapid microbiology tools (i.e., Petrifilm plating, flow cytometry, ATP methods)
Proficient in ISO 17025 A2LA scope methods (specific to the APC)
Proficient in LGC methods (specific to Analytical Excellence)
Ability to travel 10-20%
Manufacturing experience, 5-10 years
Self-motivated, highly organized, ability to multi-task, customer service & team oriented, excellent communication skills, effective at time management, and positive approach to business challenges
Understanding of Good Laboratory Practice Standards (GLP) and chemical hygiene requirements
Proficient in data analysis/excellent record keeping/documentation
Proficient in technical writing
Must be able to work independently and as part of a team
Must have proficiency with personal computers, Microsoft Office, shared applications, and laboratory instrumentation
Preferred
M.S. in Microbiology or related field with 5-10 years of experience
Experience with dairy and plant-based matrices
Experience with sequencing techniques (i.e., PCR, Next Generation)
Experience with chromatography (i.e., HPLC – RID/DAD, MS)
Experience with reference chemistry (i.e., fat, solids, protein, ash, carbs by calculation, titratable acidity, particle size, viscosity)
Experience with infrared systems and model adjustments (i.e., FTIR, NIR, FTNIR)
Experience with systems and tools (Hermes – audits, ETQ – document management, LIMS – data management, Neogen Analytics - EMP, Smart Sheets – inventory management, Gage Pack – equipment management, Readers – 3M, IUL, Remote – Foss Manager, Net Plus, Base Space, Bomgar, Projects – Share Point, Power BI, Asana)
Experience with maintaining accredited quality management systems (i.e., ISO 17025)
Benefits
Medical
Dental
Vision
Prescription Drug Coverage
401k Plan
Wellness Program
Life Insurance
Tuition Reimbursement
Flexible Time Off
Paid Parental Bonding Leave
Company
Danone
Danone is a global leader in three health-focused, fast-growing categories: Dairy & Plant-Based products, Waters, and Specialized Nutrition.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$1.56B2025-04-01Post Ipo Debt· $863.88M
2024-04-26Post Ipo Debt· $700M
2007-07-13IPO
Leadership Team
Antoine de Saint-Affrique
CEO
Véronique Penchienati-Bosetta
Group Deputy CEO, Geographies, Categories and Global Marketing & Sales
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