R&D Technician

Job Description

Role Summary:

• Research-based technical development role supporting projects across the North America Zone Taste Elevation business.
• Contribute to technical projects aligned with business initiatives focused on innovation and renovation.
• Apply scientific principles and prior learning to new situations.
• Manage multiple assignments simultaneously with minimal guidance.
• Demonstrate strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Exhibit a collaborative mindset and provide creative solutions.

Key Components:

• Conduct analytical measurements of products and/or packaging in a laboratory environment using various equipment.
• Accurately record, transpose, and analyze data.
• Support development and commercialization of new and improved products.
• Manage laboratory ingredient inventory, sanitation, and sample shipping/receiving.
• Assist Food Scientists with lab and pilot plant experiments.
• Pre-weigh ingredients.
• Support processing and packing of formulas.
• Handle labeling and case-packing.

Qualifications:

• Strong communication skills, attention to detail, and critical thinking ability.
• Self-starter with a strong willingness to learn.
• Ability to handle multiple tasks concurrently and seek guidance when needed.
• Familiarity with MS365 tools (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, MS Teams).
• Associate or Bachelor’s degree in STEM field (Chemistry, Microbiology, or related)

Preferred:

• Food, Dairy, Meat Science, or Food/Chemical Engineering.
• Ability to stand for extended periods.
• Capability to lift up to 40 pounds repeatedly.