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Site R&D Process Technician-WAC00284
- Texas
Description
Purpose of Role:
The Site R&D
Product Technician is responsible for developing and implementing
innovative solutions to address and/or trend product quality, process
efficiency, quality management systems or operational conformance issues.
As an R&D resource, this position requires working closely with Product
Development, Process Development, Raw material Development, Supply,
Engineering and Commercial to identify the most cost effective solution
yielding consistent product quality and safety.
Another facet of this
position is to assist in the implementation of new technologies and global
initiatives to assure the consideration and transfer of the most up to date
processes, methodologies, and techniques.
Principal
Accountabilities
Develop
and implement innovative product, process, systems, and methodologies
Provide
leadership in the transfer of new technologies to Regional and Global Mars
units.
Develop,
and implement innovative systems to drive continuous improvements and
Consumer Relevant Quality (i.e. Hold Management, HACCP, ISO, regulatory
requirements, etc.).
Improve
processes and systems through innovation, effective change control, research,
and auditing.
Manage
product recipes in RADAR. Assure recipe accuracy and manage recipe changes.
Site
RADAR key user
Develop
and deliver process technical training.
Translate
process capability analysis into quality and efficiency CI initiatives
Work
with process engineer to develop processing specifications
Manage the manufacture
of new products.
Write, support and
manage line trials, after action reviews and improvement activities
Drive
and implement initiatives that support lean philosophy and reduce waste.
Lead implementation
and validation of new process or equipment
Decision
Making Authority and Impact
Experimental designs,
methodologies, equipment / software requirements, and reporting formats
Process running parameters
Technology Transfer
requirements
Improvements
to Product, Process, Systems, and Packaging
Process
specification changes
COGS
improvements
Associate Training
Requirements
Key
Functional Skills/Knowledge
Strong
project management skills with proven ability to manage numerous projects.
Strong
interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence and motivate a team.
Strong
analytical and troubleshooting skills.
Ability
to work independently as well as within a team setting.
Strong
knowledge of Food Safety, Regulatory, and Good Manufacturing Practices.
Working
knowledge of computer software including word processing, spreadsheets,
graphics, macros, etc.
Proven
application of engineering principles, laboratory methodologies, food
science, statistics and/or quality tools.
Ability
and aptitude to work in an R&D, Manufacturing, and/or Distribution
environment.
Effective
communication skills and ability to influence.
Key
Experiences
Subject
matter expert in one or more technologies at the site.
Understanding
of analytical laboratory practices
Understanding of
equipment functionality or operation
Qualifications
Minimum
Qualifications
Bachelor’s
degree or equivalent in a technical field (Food Science, Engineering,
Chemistry, or related sciences) is preferred.
May
substitute bachelor's degree with some college courses in science or
engineering discipline with 3+ years of technical experience in food
manufacturing.
Successful
completion of Background and Substance Screen
Preferred
Qualifications
Six sigma green
belt/black belt
Relocation
for this position is not available
Job
Research and Development
Primary Location
NA-USA-Texas
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