Job Description
Description:
The R&D Laboratory Technician will facilitate rapid prototyping and oversee preventive equipment maintenance, inventory management, data capture, and ensure a safe working environment. This role involves operating various small to mid-scale processing and analytical equipment, ordering supplies, maintaining lab documentation, labeling and shipping samples, and adhering to safety regulations.
Responsibilities:
Operate small to mid-scale processing and analytical equipment for internal and external use.
Order and restock ingredients, supplies, equipment, and chemicals.
Maintain a safe, clean, and orderly lab environment.
Ensure Standard Operating Procedures are created, stored, and used appropriately.
Label and ship samples domestically and internationally.
Maintain security and confidentiality of information within the research and development team.
Requirements:
Manage a heavy workload with frequent changes.
Understand basic food science and be willing to learn technical details.
Assist in maintaining equipment in good sanitary conditions.
Perform preventive maintenance on equipment.
Adhere to GMP and other safety regulations.
Demonstrate Company core values and Ferrara safety methods.
Preferred Qualifications:
Confectionery or food manufacturing experience.
Bachelor's or Associate degree (a plus but not required).
Experience with Microsoft Office.
Working Conditions:
Sitting/standing/walking for up to 8+ hours.
Lifting up to 50 lbs.
Exposure to hazards (hot surfaces, steam, chemicals, machinery, confined spaces, etc.).
The R&D Laboratory Technician will facilitate rapid prototyping and oversee preventive equipment maintenance, inventory management, data capture, and ensure a safe working environment. This role involves operating various small to mid-scale processing and analytical equipment, ordering supplies, maintaining lab documentation, labeling and shipping samples, and adhering to safety regulations.
Responsibilities:
Operate small to mid-scale processing and analytical equipment for internal and external use.
Order and restock ingredients, supplies, equipment, and chemicals.
Maintain a safe, clean, and orderly lab environment.
Ensure Standard Operating Procedures are created, stored, and used appropriately.
Label and ship samples domestically and internationally.
Maintain security and confidentiality of information within the research and development team.
Requirements:
Manage a heavy workload with frequent changes.
Understand basic food science and be willing to learn technical details.
Assist in maintaining equipment in good sanitary conditions.
Perform preventive maintenance on equipment.
Adhere to GMP and other safety regulations.
Demonstrate Company core values and Ferrara safety methods.
Preferred Qualifications:
Confectionery or food manufacturing experience.
Bachelor's or Associate degree (a plus but not required).
Experience with Microsoft Office.
Working Conditions:
Sitting/standing/walking for up to 8+ hours.
Lifting up to 50 lbs.
Exposure to hazards (hot surfaces, steam, chemicals, machinery, confined spaces, etc.).
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