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POSITION
OVERVIEW:
Our Research & Development department is seeking a self-motivated food
enthusiast to create products in our facility in Concord, MA. The
Technologist is responsible for lab and pilot plant testing, batching,
production, labeling, packaging, organoleptic analyses, maintenance, and
managing inventory of materials and samples. The ideal candidate has a
passion for hands-on work, demonstrates the ability to foster strong
partnerships with internal and external partners, and the agility to
positively learn, adapt, and adjust to make a difference every day.
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:
- With a high degree of
independence manipulate formulas, conduct batching, production, and
testing of beverages and food products on the lab bench or in the
pilot plant to meet project objectives and in accordance with HACCP
and GMP requirements.
- Operate & troubleshoot
lab instruments (e.g. pH meters, refract meters, titrators,
etc.) and pilot plant equipment (e.g. pasteurizer, carbonator, filter
press, etc.) to produce reliable results.
- Obtain and interpret results
during product testing, batching, production runs, and sensory
studies.
- Assist supervisor with
planning experiments and setting priorities.
- Plan, execute, and analyze
stability studies and sensory tests (e.g. triangle tests).
- Proactively maintain a clean
and sanitary work environment.
- Identify and act on
continuous improvement opportunities including documentation of
procedures.
- G eneral
support of R&D including; restocking inventory, equipment
maintenance and calibration, receiving, labeling, and packing samples,
and participation on continuous improvement team.
- Support product runs at
manufacturing plants.
- Mentor and train peers when
called upon.
- Perform other duties as
directed.
JOB
KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS:
- Agile problem solving.
- Ability to collaborate and
work effectively with internal and external partners.
- Resilient attitude and
ability to react to change productively.
- Effective oral and written
communications.
- Demonstrate precise,
autonomous, organized, and efficient work.
- Adhere to guidelines and
procedures.
- Potential for 5-10% travel.
MINIMUM
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Bachelor's Degree in Food
Science or Chemical Engineering.
- 0-2 years previous food and
beverage experience a plus (including internships).
- Ability to operate and
maintain equipment safely and in accordance with GMPs.
- Strong data collection,
mechanical, and communication skills.
- Good computer skills
including knowledge of MS Outlook, Word, and Excel (DevEx experience a plus).
- Ability to lift up to 55 lbs on a daily and weekly basis.
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