Senior Lab Technician, Research & Development at J.M. Smucker

Orrville, Ohio, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Mid-level (3 to 4 years), Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

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Food & Beverage, Research & DevelopmentIndustries

Requirements

3+ years experience in a laboratory environment
Familiarity with GLP/GMP conditions
High School Diploma (Associate's degree preferred)
Strong attention to detail and capacity to learn data entry for multiple systems & scenarios
Demonstrated capability in analyzing data/situations & problem solving
Basic understanding of MS Office and familiarity with navigating Excel spreadsheets
Able to work independently and on a team

Responsibilities

Brewing coffee samples and submitting for product analysis and cupping
Performing general lab maintenance, utilizing brewing appliances, recording data, labeling, and tracking samples
Ordering and maintaining inventory of all ingredients (green coffee, flavors, etc.) for the team; managing POs as necessary
Supporting Product Development Team in all product development initiatives by preparing experimental formulations at direction of project technical leads
Following proper procedures for good laboratory practices (ensuring security, safety, GMP and quality)
Leading Benchtop lab runs and assuring proper testing methods are taking place in the lab and/or Pilot Research Lab (PRL)
Performing standard operating procedures and test methods relevant to the job
Documenting, summarizing, and reporting data from all product cuppings and studies; making special note of unexpected results or observations
Identifying ways to improve methods and new ways to accomplish tasks
Assisting with customer visit/event logistics as needed
Being an area owner, HSE Key Element, or Quality representative
Representing Product Development on the Coffee PRL calls and coordinating Product Development needs with the PRL team; submitting test requests, coordinating pre-test reviews, monitoring progress of test, and leading inventory management of materials from test

Skills

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

GLPGMPlab maintenancedata recordinginventory managementcoffee brewingproduct analysiscuppingbenchtop lab runsSOPtest methods

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

What is the work arrangement for this Senior Lab Technician role?

The position requires 50% onsite or more depending on business need, and it is located in Orrville, OH.

What are the minimum requirements for this position?

Minimum requirements include 3+ years experience in a laboratory environment, familiarity with GLP/GMP conditions, a High School Diploma (Associate's degree preferred), strong attention to detail, data analysis and problem-solving capability, basic MS Office skills especially Excel, and ability to work independently and on a team.

What is the company culture like at J.M. Smucker?

The culture is bold, kind, strives to do the right thing, plays to win, and believes in a strong community that thrives together, rooted in Basic Beliefs while supporting employees' physical, emotional, and financial needs.

What salary or compensation is offered for this role?

This information is not specified in the job description.

What additional experience would make a candidate successful in this role?

Experience working in a laboratory within the CPG industry would make someone successful.