Research And Development Technician Ii

The Research & Development Technician II is an active participant in the Research and Development department. The position compounds formulas accurately, takes physical analytical measurements, prepares, and executes sensory panels and/or shelf-life evaluations, independently performs data management, analysis, and reporting. The successful candidate will engage in a variety of food safety, product development, innovation, optimization, and processing issues to support as needed overall company-wide R&D initiatives.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• With minimal supervision, execute and manage technical timelines and activities for multiple product development projects as assigned across the organizations category sectors (salad dressings, marinades, coffee, & baked goods).
• Execute Research and Development testing plans/ projects in support of company objectives as directed.
• Support development projects all the way from conceptualization to commercialization – this includes cost and target within certain time constraints.
• Performs analysis using equipment such as pH meters, refractometers, water activity meters, viscometers, etc. and summarizes test results.
• Formulation of new products from benchtop to production scale for new products and product improvements.
• Conduct stability tests for all new products and packaging to confirm shelf life.
• Leads product development projects from conception to commercialization, including conceptualization and prototyping, experimental design, material identification, selection and sourcing, packaging, and labeling, and manufacturing processes in accordance with business objectives, customer demand, and regulatory requirements.
• Source and conduct testing of new raw materials from prospective vendors.
• Organize and facilitate needed sensory evaluations by conducting in-house taste panels. Utilize consumer insights to improve product formulation.
• Utilize Nutritional program to generate NFP labels in compliance with relevant market.
• Applies knowledge of food labeling, product claims, and food technology.
• Assists technicians to master essential skills/techniques.
• Provide technical support to Customer Service, Operations, Procurement and Quality.
• Serve as backup for Food Scientist and R&D Tech I.
• Perform other duties assigned.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $25.00 - $28.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Experience level:

• 1 year

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday
• Weekends as needed

Work Location: In person