Research Assistant Technician

Summary of major duties:

Project Support

• Weigh and batch ingredients for bench-top and pilot plant runs

• Prepare bench-top formulations of new product innovations

• Support pilot plan trials and prototype production including set-up and clean-up

• Coordinate procurement, receipt, and storage of ingredients

• Coordinate shelf-life testing studies

• Input lot tracking information

• Perform basic analytical tests

Equipment Operation

• Learn and operate a variety of standard testing and process equipment.

• Ensure timely calibaration of lab instruments

Lab Maintenance

• Maintain inventory of supplies and restock as necessary.

• Ensure that needed lab equipment is available and functional.

• Maintain clean and orderly lab area.

• Procure basic ingredients as needed

Minimum Education and Experience Requirements:

• GED or High School Diploma required with 0-2 years related experience.

• Experience in food processing is preferred.

• Good mathematical skills

• Basic understanding of Good Manufacturing Practices

• Working knowledge of Word and Excel

• Comfortable operating lab, pilot plant and small production equipment

• Capable of working in a team environment and independently in a flexible work environment with dynamic priorities

• Demonstrated ability of a basic working technical knowledge

• Attention to detail

• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds

• Excellent Organizational skills