Senior Food Technician

Allied Reliability is seeking a Food techncian to assist Research and Development for a major food manufacturer.

Job Description:

Position Responsibilities:

• Under limited supervision, executes assigned product development activities (including but not limited to weighing and making batches, product and package quality testing, cost savings, sample tasting/ sensory evaluation, shelf-life review and sample organization) from team in order of priority.
• Proactively takes next step in experimental design based on results and needs of scientist
• Primary work area is the R&D Lab and office area and will conduct varied and routine tests in laboratory and production area following recognized procedures.
• Oversees sample requests for Manawa lab coordinating requests across multiple product categories. Maintains a sample request log, creates labels, makes product and fills packaging, and reviews all outgoing shipments for accuracy. Maintains retains for sample requests.
• Attends weekly meetings to represent R&D while interacting with cross functional teams.
• Executes category benchmarking programs and summarizes the data for management review
• Supports plant trials and first production runs, working with scientists and operations.
• Communicates results and provide insights of data to supervisor and team as directed.
• Supports data entry for scientists into recipe management systems (software & excel)
• Maintain accurate and complete records in all work.
• Maintain organized lab and ingredients, product & packaging storage areas-- following GMPs.
• Proactively cleaning and sanitizing areas within the lab, dishes, equipment, etc.
• Manages email communications and responds in a timely manner.
• Assist other departments to support business needs (i.e. QA, Micro, etc.) as requested.
• Back up lab technician absences as needed.
• Any additional responsibilities as assigned by Supervisor.

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 Qualifications and Requirements:

• Communicate effectively and openly while working in a cross-functional team.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously and efficiently
• Must be a self-starter, independent, energetic and resourceful
• Excellent written and verbal communications skills
• Computer proficiency in MS Office applications
• Prefer experience utilizing ERP systems and nutritional software
• Must have a valid Driver’s License and reliable transportation

Education:

☒High School or equivalent

☒High School plus specialized training (min 6mos-2yrs)/College Certificate

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