R&D Technician - Product Development

R D Technician•Product Development at Russell Tobin R D Technician•Product Development at Russell Tobin in Bradfordwoods, Pennsylvania Posted in 1 day ago.

Type:

full-time

Job Description:

Russell Tobin is seeking an R D Technician•Product Development for one of the largest food and beverage companies in North America.

Job Title:

R D Technician•

Product Development Location:

Warrendale, PA (on-site)

Job Type:

Contract (with potential to convert to Perm)

Length:

6-Months (with extension to June 2027 likely)

Hours:

Mon-Fri, 40 hours/wk, 8 hours/day

Pay Rate:

$25•$27 per hour

Role Summary:

This is a research based technical development role providing direction for and execution of projects across our North America Zone Taste Elevation business. The candidate will be supporting technical projects to meet business initiatives focused on Innovation and Renovation. This candidate must have a technical background and excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to apply prior learning or scientific principles to new situations. This position requires an individual to manage multiple assignments/ tasks concurrently and demonstrate the ability to complete work with minimal guidance. Exhibiting a collaborative mindset and applying creative solutions are a must.

Responsibilities:

Conducting bench top experiments and / or analytical measurements in the lab. Test new products for flavor, texture, color, nutritional content, shelf-life, and adherence to government and industry standards. Support development and commercialization of new / improved products, existing products, reviewing and evaluating ingredients, and delivering cost savings across the Condiments and Sauces unit. Work collaboratively with Packaging, Quality, Operations, Project Management, Marketing, Sales to drive, scope, implement projects to meet the business objectives. Includes activities such as feasibility assessments, prototype development, costing, supervision of factory trials, development of recipe and factory documentation, recipe and label development, technical approval, shelf life assessments and technical support for initial factory production.

Qualifications:

B.S. Degree in Food, Dairy, Meat Science or Chemical Engineering or equivalent Internship or Co-op Experience in the food or consumer products industry preferred Good communication, attention to detail, critical thinking and investigation skills. Self-starter with a passion to learn a must. Handle multiple assignments / tasks concurrently and seek guidance as needed. Strong understanding of

Design of Experiments Must Haves:

Sufficient hands-on lab experience from internship/co-op experience Attention to detail Self-starter with ability to handle multiple assignments/tasks concurrently. Benefits at

Russell Tobin:

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. Apply Today! If you are interested in the position, please email your resume to rob.vanriet@russelltobin.com for immediate consideration.