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Core Competencies
Role fitCore Competencies
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Demonstrates operational knowledge of food processing, particularly in extrusion processing, while adhering to food safety and quality protocols such as HACCP and GMP. Capable of supporting product development through effective communication, data organization, and collaboration with cross-functional teams.
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Extrusion Processing ExperienceFood Safety Regulations KnowledgeLaboratory Procedures UnderstandingTechnical Report CompilationMS Office Proficiency
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Hard Skills
Food ScienceFood TechnologyPilot Plant Equipment OperationData Recording and OrganizationFood Ingredient FunctionalityNutritional Analysis SoftwareSanitation ProceduresProduction TroubleshootingQuality Control ProtocolsRegulatory Documentation
Soft Skills
Attention to DetailOrganizational SkillsTeam CollaborationVerbal CommunicationWritten Communication
Tools & Technologies
Genesis R&D SoftwareAnalytical EquipmentExtruderBlending EquipmentLab Equipment
Industry Keywords
HACCPGMPFood ManufacturingFood LaboratoryFood Product Labeling
About the role
Key responsibilities & impact- Assist Food Scientists with product development trials and experiments
- Learn to operate pilot plant equipment and support its maintenance, setup, operation, and sanitation
- Prepare samples and ingredients for testing and sensory evaluation
- Record and organize data from laboratory tests, pilot runs, and production trials
- Support food safety and quality protocols, including HACCP and GMP
- Maintain lab equipment and ensure cleanliness and calibration
- Troubleshoot production issues under senior staff guidance
- Coordinate with suppliers and internal teams to source ingredients and materials
- Compile technical reports, specifications, and regulatory documentation
- Support small-scale commercial production runs through blending, extruder operations, sanitation, and product packaging
- Develop operational and theoretical knowledge of extrusion processing and analytical equipment
- Maintain R&D project documentation for internal and external compliance
- Support continuous improvement in engineering, procedures, products, quality, and safety
- Drive self-development and development of others
- Communicate food safety or quality issues to the manager
- No direct reports
Requirements
What you’ll need- Minimum High School Graduate or GED
- Associate or Bachelor’s degree in Food Technology, Food Science, Engineering, Biology, or related field preferred
- 1–3 years of experience preferred in a food manufacturing or food laboratory setting
- Preference for direct, applicable experience in extrusion processing
- Basic understanding of food safety regulations and lab procedures
- Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
- Ability to follow instructions and work collaboratively in a team environment
- Basic scientific understanding of food ingredient functionality, food ingredient interactions, and food processing
- Basic understanding of food product labeling, nutrition, and packaging
- Basic knowledge or willingness to learn Genesis R&D or similar formulation and nutritional analysis software
- Intermediate computer skills and thorough working knowledge of MS Office
- Personal initiative and ability to work with little direct supervision
- Willingness and ability to travel overnight independently by commercial transportation or motor vehicle up to 25%
- Exceptional verbal and written communication skills
- Ability to lift 50 lbs occasionally
- Ability to work around noise, dust, chemicals, and allergens
- Ability to sit, stand, walk, reach, talk, hear, use hands, climb, balance, kneel, crouch, and crawl
Benefits
Comp & perks- Continuous learning through an on-demand learning platform
- Staff discounts
- Generous family leave policy
- Health & dental plan
- 401(k) with Company match
- Competitive compensation package
- Career development opportunity on a global stage