Microbiologist/food Lab Technician

Description:

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

Responsibilities:

• Aid in the development of new ingredient technology for *** 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

Requirements:

• B.S. in Food Science or similar field and ?2 min years’ experience

• 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