• Microbiologist

    Primo Brands (Lee, FL)


    Overview

     

    Primo Brands is a leading branded beverage company in North America with a focus on healthy hydration. We are proud to offer an extensive and iconic portfolio of highly recognizable, sustainably sourced, and conveniently packaged branded beverages distributed across more than 150,000 retail outlets.

     

    Microbiologist

     

    Development and implementation of Quality Assurance objectives, systems, education and training to ensure compliance with PMBQMS (Primo Brands Quality Management System). This role will specifically support and lead efforts to improve factory GMPs, HACCP, FTR, consumer complaints, sensory, microbiological testing, and chemical analyses and proficiencies.

     

    **Factory Location:** Lee, FL

    **Compensation Pay** : $30.00 / hr

    **Shift differential:** 6%-8% for applicable hours worked

     

    Benefits 401(k) matching; dental insurance; flexible spending account; health insurance; life insurance; paid time off and holidays; vision insurance; short-term and long-term disability insurance; career stability and growth!

     

    **Schedule:** 2-2-3 Rotation, Day Shift, 6:00 am to 6:30 pm

     

    Ability to work holidays and weekends per business needs

    Responsibilities

    + Maintain safe work environment and support safety programs.

    + Work with QA team to develop and implement process control initiatives.

    + Perform equipment evaluations, maintenance, and calibrations (ICPs).

    + Work with other departments in leading/teaching/educating EE’s in GMPs and HACCP.

    + Assist with weekend and holiday coverage as needed.

    + Monitor incoming raw materials and maintain traceability program.

    + Review and approve daily paperwork for all lines, including follow-up w/ resources for missing documentation.

    + Support warehouse and production with product holds, records, dispositions and root cause analysis.

    + Assist with consumer complaint processing, reporting, and analysis for all aspects of the plant.

    + Assist with all plant Quality initiatives and projects as needed.

    + Perform microbiological testing on in-process, finished product and spring samples.

    + Perform various auditing of various departments and assist resources with corrective actions.

    + Conduct chromatographic and spectroscopic analysis for bromate and acetaldehyde.

    Qualifications

    Degree in Biology, Chemistry, or related field, (relevant work experience will be considered in Lieu of a degree).

     

    High School Diploma, GED or equivalent.

     

    Detail oriented with good organizational skills.

     

    Strong troubleshooting skills.

     

    Ability to make decisions based on data and risk evaluation.

     

    Ability to prioritize tasks.

     

    Strong instructional and leadership capabilities.

     

    Ability to work both individually, and as part of a team.

     

    Able to handle complex and technical laboratory procedures that require accuracy and attention to detail.

     

    Computer experience required.

     

    Knowledge in SAP, Infinity Enact, Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Teams.

     

    Understanding of basic manufacturing processes

     

    Basic knowledge of GLPs and GMPs.

     

    Ability to lift 50lbs on a regular basis.

     

    Primo Brands’ established portfolio includes billion-dollar brands Poland Spring® and Pure Life®, premium brands like Saratoga® and Mountain Valley®, regional leaders such as Arrowhead®, Deer Park®, Ice Mountain® Ozarka®, and Zephyrhills®, purified brands, Primo Water® and Sparkletts®, and flavored and enhanced brands like Splash® and AC+ION®. Our extensive direct-to-consumer offerings and industry-leading line-up of innovative water dispensers create consumer connectivity through recurring water purchases across Water Direct, Water Exchange, and Water Refill. At Primo Brands, our more than 11,000 associates are at the heart of what we do and deliver on our mission to provide healthy hydration to consumers wherever, however and whenever they want it. We believe in fostering a respectful culture, which values our associates who are deeply invested in quality hydration, our communities, and the sustainability of our packaging and water sources for generations to come.

     

    Primo Brands is proud to be an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer, seeking to create a welcoming and diverse environment. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy,

     

    childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, transgender status, sexual stereotypes, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. We also consider qualified applicants with criminal histories, consistent with applicable federal, state, and local law.