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Research Technician

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Russell Tobin & Associates

2024-09-21 21:43:14

Job location Glenview, Illinois, United States

Job type: fulltime

Job industry: Science & Technology

Job description



What are we looking for in our Research Technician?

Russell Tobin's client, a food and beverage company is hiring a Research Technician to work in Glenview, IL

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Employment Type: Contract/Onsite

Pay rate: $31-$33/hr. DOE

Responsibilities:

Food Technologist/ Laboratory Technician to aid in ingredient applications and functionality evaluations

  • Aid in the development of new ingredient technology for Kraft Heinz food and beverage products
  • Conduct bench top and pilot plant trials to optimize formulation and processes
  • Perform functional evaluations of new ingredients and record results
  • Perform sensory testing of prototypes and coordinate expert panel sensory tests
  • Perform shelf-life and stability evaluations
  • Coordinate team evaluations on a regular basis
  • Submit prototypes for analytical testing and compile results
  • Communicate with suppliers for ingredient requests and information
  • Write progress reports
  • Maintain and organize laboratory and supplies
  • Ensure laboratory safety

Required Skills:

  • Ability to provide sensory descriptions of foods and beverages
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills
  • Good record-keeping and organization
  • Ability to lift at least 40 pounds
  • Microbiology experience/background (Microbiology lab techniques knowledge)
  • Great work ethic and enthusiasm

Requirements:

  • S. in Food Science or similar field and ?2 min years' experience
  • Local worker (not offering relocation)

Nice to have:

  • Looking for someone with ingredient applications, food/beverage formulation experience. Experience with flavors and taste would be preferred. Also, local candidates only.

Benefits that Russell Tobin offers:

Russell Tobin offers eligible employee's comprehensive healthcare coverage (medical, dental, and vision plans), supplemental coverage (accident insurance, critical illness insurance and hospital indemnity), a 401(k)-retirement savings, life & disability insurance, an employee assistance program, identity theft protection, legal support, auto and home insurance, pet insurance, and employee discounts with some preferred vendors.

Rate/Salary: $31-$33/hr. DOE

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