R&D Technician Food Science & Product Development
R&D Technician - Food Science & Product Development
Our client, a leader in the food industry, is seeking an R&D Technician to support product innovation from concept to commercialization. This entry-level, hands-on role offers the opportunity to work in lab and pilot plant settings, contributing to the development and testing of new formulations, processes, and ingredients.
What You'll Do
- Develop, test, and evaluate new product formulations and process improvements in lab and pilot plant environments
- Prepare samples for internal testing, customer evaluation, sensory panels, and shelf-life studies
- Operate, maintain, and clean laboratory equipment and pilot plant machinery following SOPs and safety protocols
- Collect, record, and analyze experimental data; prepare detailed reports and technical documentation
- Maintain R&D lab organization, inventory management, and supplies ordering
- Collaborate with Quality Assurance, Production, and Operations teams to support scale-up trials and production runs
- Troubleshoot product testing issues and provide feedback to R&D scientists and engineers
- Stay current on food industry trends, ingredient innovations, and emerging processing technologies
- Support commercialization activities and new product launches
What You Need
- Associate or Bachelor's degree in Food Science, Chemistry, Biology, Chemical Engineering, or related field (or equivalent experience)
- Prior experience in a laboratory , pilot plant , or food manufacturing environment preferred
- Strong attention to detail and ability to follow precise protocols and standard operating procedures
- Knowledge of food safety , GMP (Good Manufacturing Practices), and laboratory best practices
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) and the ability to learn data collection software
- Excellent organizational skills , time management , and communication abilities
- Strong teamwork and cross-functional collaboration skills
- Physical ability to stand for extended periods, lift up to 30 lbs, and work in varying temperatures
- Flexibility for occasional extended hours during production trials
What Our Client Offers
- Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits (health insurance, dental, vision)
- Retirement savings plan with company match
- Generous paid time off and vacation
- Professional development and career advancement opportunities
- Hands-on experience with cutting-edge food ingredients and processing technologies
- Collaborative team environment where your contributions directly impact product success
Keywords : R&D Technician, Research and Development Technician, Food Science Technician, Lab Technician, Laboratory Technician, Product Development Technician, Food Technologist, Quality Control Technician, Pilot Plant Technician, Manufacturing Technician, Process Technician, Food Safety, GMP, Good Manufacturing Practices, Food Manufacturing, Product Testing, Formulation, Scale-Up, Sensory Testing, Data Analysis, Food Chemistry, Food Processing, Entry-Level R&D, Laboratory Experience, Technical Documentation, Food Industry Jobs, Innovation, Product Development, Quality Assurance Support, SOP Compliance
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