Product Development Lab Technologist – R&D Protein Team
4 weeks ago
Job Title: ITQ Dynamic Talent Bench
Location: Golden Valley, MN
Type: Contract
Join the American multinational manufacturer and marketer of branded ultra-processed consumer foods sold through retail stores. If you have Food product development experience and laboratory skills, please read the exciting opportunity below and apply quick
Responsibilities
The lab technologist supports protein technology development on the ITQ (Innovation, Technology and Quality) team across multiple product categories. Daily work will have oversight from scientists on the team. Responsibilities may include any of the following, depending on the scope of the assigned projects:
Support product and technology development initiatives from bench top to pilot plant scale
Prepare for experiments
Gather/order ingredients and equipment needed
Accurately weigh ingredients
Network with internal experts to learn bench-top procedures, methods, testing protocols
Execute experiments and product make-up at the bench-top and/or at pilot plant scale
Analytical testing and sensory evaluation of ingredients and food products
Collect and report data. Record/document observations. Share key findings in a timely manner with the team.
Some basic data analysis may be required.
Requirements 2-year Degree or High School Degree w/ 3+ years of directly relatable experience
Previous work experience in a similar field (Food product development experience or laboratory experience)
Basic computer/technology skills (Microsoft Office Suite, other computer programs)
Basic understanding of food safety and human safety
OTHER REQUIRED SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS: Strong self-starter
Ability to parallel path multiple work streams and stay busy:
Advance another project when there is a lull in a current project
Anticipate and proactively prepare for next waves of activity/projects
Help & support others
Has a strong bias for action
Holds oneself to a high-quality work standard
Ability to adapt to a dynamic work environment – changing priorities, new challenges
Desire to learn new concepts
Receptive to feedback, internalize and adjust work accordingly
Ability to quickly come up to speed and apply learnings
Inquisitive: interested in problem-solving, trouble shooting, how and why things work
Ability to communicate effectively with cross-functional partners, internal customers and contribute to a team environment
Has a passion for both food creation and technology development
Comfortable in a laboratory setting
Comfortable in processing (pilot plant) environment
Comfortable operating equipment (large and small) once trained
Benefits
System One offers eligible employees health and welfare benefits coverage options, including medical, dental, vision, spending accounts, life insurance, voluntary plans, and participation in a 401(k) plan.
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