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R&D Technician

Integrated Resources, Inc., Warrendale, PA, United States


Job Title
R&D Technician

Location
Warrendale, PA (Onsite)

Duration
1 year+

Schedule
M-F

Job Description
R&D Technician- Product Development. This research based technical development role provides support for 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 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 is a must.

Key Components

Conducting analytical measurements of product and/or packaging in a laboratory environment using a variety of equipment.

Accurately record, transpose, and manipulate data.

Support development and commercialization of new or improved products, existing products through active management of laboratory ingredient inventory, sanitation, and sample shipping/receiving.

Support Food Scientists with experiments in the lab and/or pilot plant by pre-weighing ingredients, assisting with processing and packing of formulas, labeling, and case-packing.

Facilitate activities such as sample preparation and demonstrations, evaluation of product shelf‑life and technical support for initial factory production.

Qualifications

Must be highly organized.

Demonstrates strong attention to detail.

Ability to manage quantities of data without jeopardizing the quality/integrity of results.

Good communication, critical thinking and investigation skills.

Self‑starter with a passion to learn.

Handle multiple assignments/tasks concurrently and seek guidance as needed.

Familiarity with MS365 Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, MS Teams).

Associate or B.S. degree in STEM such as Chemistry, Microbiology or related field. Prefer Food, Dairy, Meat Science or Food or Chemical Engineering.

Ability to stand for extended periods and repeatedly lift up to 40 pounds.

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