Quality Lab Technician
Tropicana Brands Group is a $3B startup aiming to revolutionize the beverage category. Formed in 2022 as a joint venture between PAI Partners and PepsiCo, our portfolio includes iconic brands like Tropicana, Naked, KeVita, Izze, Copella, and Punica. With over 76 years of global leadership in the orange juice category, we’re committed to preserving this legacy while driving innovation in other areas. From reimagining orange juice to creating functional smoothies and driving afternoon refreshments, we are striving to become the undisputed global leader in fresh and chilled beverages.
The Supply Chain function is essential to Tropicana Brand Group’s success by enhancing operational efficiency, reducing costs, and ensuring the timely delivery of high-quality products. By improving warehouse operations, optimizing transportation routes, and refining inventory management practices, the team plays a critical role in streamlining processes. Collaborating with other departments to align strategies, the Supply Chain team ensures that Tropicana meets customer demands while maintaining a high standard of performance and cost-effectiveness. Through their efforts, they contribute to both short-term achievements and long-term growth.
The Perfect Blend: Experience
Tropicana Brands Group is looking for a highly qualified Quality Control Sr Lab Technician to support the Bradenton, FL, Supply Chain team to ensure the company’s goals and initiatives are met. This is an overtime-eligible first-shift position with a variable schedule requiring work on weekends and holidays. This role will be responsible for supporting both the microbiology and analytical chemistry labs, including:
- Perform analytical chemistry procedures in accordance with prescribed methods and training, including HPLC, GC, and atomic absorption analysis.
- Prepare reagents for laboratory testing.
- Calibrate, prepare, and maintain equipment for laboratory analysis.
- Collect samples in accordance with the laboratory sampling plan or special requests.
- Monitor equipment performance and build proficiency in troubleshooting instruments.
- Perform micro analysis on finished product and ingredients.
- Monitor laboratory inventory and maintain adequate supplies for daily operations.
- Help the team maintain a clean, organized laboratory workspace.
- Prepare reports and communicate out of specification results.
- Enter analytical results in Labware.
- Perform other duties assigned by supervisor
Foundational Ingredients: Requirements
- One year+ of laboratory experience and a basic understanding of liquid chromatography, gas chromatography, atomic absorption methods and/or microbiology pour plate methods.
- Live in or near Bradenton, FL, or be willing to relocate for the duration of employment.
- Be willing to work full-time onsite at the manufacturing facility.
- Be able to perform physical tasks throughout the shift, including standing, walking, bending, reaching, and lifting or moving items weighing 50 pounds or more.
- Be legally authorized to work in the United States without employer sponsorship, now or in the future.
- Hold a high school diploma or GED. Science-related degree preferred.
- Have a solid understanding of basic laboratory skills and good laboratory practices.
- Have strong math and written and verbal communication skills.
- Work effectively and efficiently in a fast-paced team environment.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and Teams. Labware experience a plus.
Perks That Pack a Punch
TBG is pleased to offer you a comprehensive benefits package which includes a 401(k) plan, 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.