Seasonings and Ingredients Technologist

Seasonings and Ingredients Technologist

Seasonings and Ingredients Technologist

Please note: This entry-level position is based at our Arden Hills, MN facility and does not offer relocation.

The role requires on-site presence from Monday to Friday.

The Seasonings & Ingredients (S&I) Technologist will support a team of food scientists conducting cheese powder and seasoning research and product development.

We are looking for a team player who can also work independently with minimal supervision.

The setting may change day-to-day and includes pilot plant, lab, office, and manufacturing plant.

Primary responsibilities include:

• Execute and support benchtop and pilot plant experiments, routine testing, dairy product taste evaluations, pilot plant trials, and provide technical service support

• Weighing ingredients and using and modifying detailed formulations and procedures

• Sample preparation and submission for analytical testing

• Preparing samples for team tastings, as well as participating and providing feedback on samples

• Documenting and communicating data, results, and observations in ELN (electronic lab notebook)

• Updating and writing SOPs (standard operating procedures)

• Interpreting and updating specifications

• Managing ingredient and lab supply inventories

• Developing proficiency on-the-job in benchtop, pre-scale and pilot plant relating to cheese powder

• Developing proficiency in detailed inventory efficiencies and customer sample shipments

Education:


* High school diploma or equivalent with a minimum of 3 years of practical experience .


* 1 or more years of relevant work experience in a lab setting preferred


* Basic computer skills and proficiency in Outlook, Excel, Word plus ability to learn new computer systems/applications quickly

Skills/Competencies:


* Demonstrate precise and efficient attention to detail


* Good communication and organization skills


* Basic understanding in experimental and scientific approach with solid data analysis capability


* Knowledge of laboratory and safety procedures/PPE (personal protective equipment)


* Knowledge of safe food handling and GMPs (good manufacturing practices)


* Desire to develop technical depth in ingredients, cheese, and dairy


* Ability to lift, carry, and move 50 lb.

bags of powder


* Ability to stand for extended periods of time


* Ability to travel up to 20%

Salary range: $50,240 - $75,360

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