Laboratory Technician I

Job Description

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Works independently and manages multiple projects – both short term and ongoing – on a deadline basis.
• Responsible for Sweet Goods and Beverage applications preparation/ production of bench top and pilot lab prototypes.
• Ability to make a variety of relevant Sweet Goods and Beverages prototypes throughout the evaluation process.
• Conducts collection evaluations.
• Maintain current applications formulations, raw materials and quality specifications using current computer systems.
• Application of flavors and evaluation in various Sweet Goods and Beverage products.
• Maintains and applies good laboratory practices Profile.

Education and Experience: 

• Bachelor Degree in Chemistry/Food Science/Food Technology or related science is required.
• 1-2 years of experience in flavor applications or food product development is a plus.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Proficient in mathematical concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios and proportions to practical situations.
• Knowledge of commercial food or beverage processing, sensory testing, and use of functional ingredients is a plus.
• Strong communication, computer and organizational skills.
• Ability to work as a part of a team and individually with minimal oversight.
• Proficient in MS Office with fluency in English language – both written and verbal.