Lab Technician

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.

If you are a current associate of Primo Brands, please apply via MyADP.

Compensation: $75,000- 80,000; This position is eligible for an annual bonus.

Location: Sacramento, CA

Laboratory Technician

Primo Brands is seeking a full-time Laboratory Technician with Organic Chemistry experience at our Sacramento facility in California.

The Technician will oversee - 2 GC-MS instruments for EPA 524.2 & 1 GC-MS instrument for EPA 525.2.

Responsibilities:

• Perform experimental and quality control procedures associated with the organics section.
• Maintain instrumentation and analyze samples for the organics section.
• Perform chromatography techniques to support laboratory operations for 3 GC-MS instrumentation.
• Responsible for trouble shooting and instrument maintenance.
• Input all pertinent information for the samples into the Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS).
• Maintain all pertinent documentation, SOP’s, Quality Control Reports to maintain TNI 2016 standards and certification.
• Maintain all laboratory records (temperatures, logbooks, standards prep etc.) pertinent to organics section.
• Maintain laboratory expendables inventory.

• BS/MS in Chemistry or other physical sciences.
• 3-5 years or more of similar experience in environmental laboratory with emphasis on organic extractions and analyses.
• Experience with GC-MS & ICP-MS is highly desirable.
• Knowledge of EPA 525.2 extractions is necessary.
• Familiar utilizing LIMS and other instrument operating software.
• Knowledge of Mass Spectrometry concepts, procedures, and best practices within an environmental laboratory.
• Familiar with analytical chemistry concepts, procedures, practices including EPA Drinking Water Regulations and Safe Drinking Water Act (SDWA).
• Knowledge of EPA quality assurance programs and NELAP compliance standards.
• Maintain GLP practices in the laboratory.
• Self-starter, motivated and ability to think critically and train others.
• Multi-tasking and provide help to the team with GC-MS instrumentation techniques.
• Versatile in performing a variety of tasks..

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.

Salary Range Disclaimer:

The salary range provided for this position is an approximation based on market research, internal compensation data and the candidate’s qualifications and experience. Final salary offers are determined through a comprehensive evaluation of candidate qualifications and may vary depending on factors such as skills, experience, and geographic location of the position. Other components of the compensation package, including benefits and bonuses, will also be considered. We are committed to fair and equitable compensation practices, and we encourage open dialogue about compensation during the interview process.