Analytical Performance Specialist
Danone North America is focused on delivering productivity and efficiency through its Analytical Performance Center. The Analytical Performance Specialist will support reference chemistry and infrared programs while also contributing to microbiology projects, ensuring quality management according to ISO 17025 requirements. Responsibilities Support reference chemistry and infrared programs and projects Provide backup support for microbiology programs and projects Contribute to the development of experimental designs and methods Assess equipment Write and review reports Support training Conduct audits Send samples for testing Review results Troubleshoot with external partners Support innovation Conduct corrective action, training, and efficiency meetings with partners, internal stakeholders, and leadership teams Skills B.S. in Analytical Chemistry/Food Science/Food Technology or related field with 1-3 years of experience Proficient in ISO 17025 A2LA scope methods (specific to the APC) Proficient in LGC methods (specific to Analytical Excellence) Ability to travel 5 to 10% 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 M.S. in Analytical Chemistry/Food Science/Food Technology or related field with 1-3 years of experience Experience with dairy and plant-based matrices 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 (i.e., LIMS, Smart Sheets, Foss Manager, Net Plus, Base Space, Bomgar) Experience with allergen lateral flow devices and ELISA kits Experience with sequencing techniques (i.e., PCR, Next Generation) Experience with rapid microbiology tools (i.e., Plating, flow cytometry, ATP methods) Experience with systems and tools (Veeva – 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 Fitness discounts Unlimited flexible time off Hybrid work schedules Caretaker benefits 18 weeks of parental bonding Fertility Surrogacy Adoption benefits Pet insurance Company Overview Danone produces and distributes a wide range of food and beverage products focused on nutrition. It was founded in 1919, and is headquartered in Paris, Ile-de-France, FRA, with a workforce of 10001+ employees. Its website is