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Quality Lab Technician

Tilray
Atlanta, GA Full Time
POSTED ON 3/4/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/27/2025

Quality Lab Technician

About Tilray Brands Inc & SweetWater Brewing Co.

Tilray Brands is a leading global cannabis-lifestyle and consumer packaged goods company with operations in Canada, the United States, Europe, Australia, and Latin America that is changing people's lives for the better - one person at a time - by inspiring and empowering the worldwide community to live their very best life by providing them with products that meet the needs of their mind, body, and soul and invoke a sense of wellbeing. Tilray's mission is to be the trusted partner for its patients and consumers by providing them with a cultivated experience and health and wellbeing through high-quality, differentiated brands and innovative products. A pioneer in cannabis research, cultivation, and distribution, Tilray's unprecedented production platform supports over 20 brands in over 20 countries, including comprehensive cannabis offerings, hemp-based foods, and alcoholic beverages.

SweetWater brewery has been making tasty brews in the heart of the south since 1997. What started as a pipe dream of two college buddies has turned into a dream job full of great adventures and lip-smackin' beers. What would you expect from a couple of boys with more of a hankering for beers than for books. At SweetWater we like to say we're not here for a long time, we're here for a good time. It's not just something that we say though, it's how we live.

SweetWater Brewing Company is seeking a personable, reliable, and driven lover of the good life, who embraces our 420-lifestyle. If you are a self-starter who knows how to work and play hard, and you have an unwavering passion for independent, craft beer; grab your kayak and hop in the river with us!

You will have the time of your life sharing our delicious SweetWater brews with like-minded, adventurous types. Hard chargers with an entrepreneurial spirit who approach business, music, and all aspects of life with the same vigor are welcome. Those who can go deep but are unable to answer the bell every morning need not apply.

Overview :

SweetWater Brewing Company is seeking a Quality Lab Technician to join our team! You'll play a crucial role in ensuring the quality and consistency of our beer products.

Roles and Responsibilities (including but not limited to) :

  • Keep "quality always" as an integral part of day-to-day operations at SweetWater Brewery
  • Follow minimum sampling plan for daily sample collection for microbiological, physchem, packaging, and sensory analysis.
  • Perform data entry and trend analysis using excel / SmartSheet software.
  • Ability to follow SOPs to ensure all testing / analysis is completed accurately and consistently.
  • Take part in the on-going development of our food safety programs as an active member or coordinator of the HACCP team.
  • Effective auditing of processes including SOPs, CIPs, HACCP, GMPs, brewery sanitation audits, etc.
  • Follow reaction plans for out-of-spec product.

Reporting of non-conformities to appropriate personnel in a timely matter

  • Own blocking program with full understanding of all aspects
  • Perform / assist in preventative cleaning and maintenance on lab instruments.
  • Micro Program -
  • Use proper aseptic collecting techniques when processing microbiological samples using selective media and micro identification.

  • Become proficient using tools of the microbiological program. i.e., flow / fume hoods, vacuum filtration, PCR, autoclave.
  • Yeast Management -
  • Assist in the management of propagation, harvesting, and health of the brewery's yeast strains.

  • Perform in-process fermentation checks :
  • ABV, ABW, SG, RDF, AE, calories via AP alcolyzer

  • Manual IBUs & color via spectrophotometer
  • VDK analysis via Forced Diacetyl Testing
  • Microbiological samples
  • Perform packaging / kegging line QA checks.
  • TPO / CO2 via AP PFD / CBox

  • Fill weights.
  • Seam inspection via CMC Kunkle equipment
  • OQI inspections
  • Sensory analysis via DraughtLab
  • Sensory Program -
  • Set-up routine sensory panels including :

    BBT & shipping release of product

  • shelf-life studies
  • brand linear tasting
  • raw materials analysis
  • market comparison / research
  • Manage / assist the sensory program and foster an environment of continuous education.
  • Use data to drive process improvements throughout all areas of the brewery.
  • Minimum Qualifications :

  • Basic understanding of laboratory equipment and techniques.
  • Familiarity with quality control principles and procedures.
  • Strong attention to detail and ability to follow precise instructions.
  • Excellent organizational and communication skills.
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
  • Previous experience in a laboratory setting, preferably in a food or beverage industry, is a plus.
  • Have flexibility to work multiple shifts (day / swing) throughout the week.
  • Education :

  • College Degree in Chemistry or a related field
  • Full Time Employee Benefits Include :

  • Full range of insurance benefits
  • 10 days of Paid Vacation
  • 401k with employer match
  • We have a friendly, supportive team with a coaching and mentoring environment. There are real opportunities for future development and progression - this really could be a move towards the exciting career you've always wanted!

    Tilray welcomes applications from all qualified individuals and is committed to employment equity and diversity in the workplace.

    Accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities throughout the recruitment process. If you require accommodations for interviews or other meetings, please advise when submitting your application.

    Please note that Tilray does not authorize, engage, or sponsor any consultants, agencies or organizations that seek certain personal or financial information from you (e.g. passwords, login ids, credit card information). Tilray does not charge any application, processing or onboarding fee at any stage of the recruitment or hiring process.

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