Beverage Technologist

Mike’s Hard Lemonade Co.; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

RRSP matching

Extended health and dental benefits

Maternity & Adoption Leave Top Up

Paid time off

Learning and development programs

Gym access

Job summary

Mark Anthony Group, a leading beverage company, is seeking a Beverage Technologist in Vancouver to join the Product Development Department. You will manage samples, develop lab formulas, conduct sensory evaluations, and support QA and operations in product testing and development.

The role emphasizes a passion for food science, nutrition, and chemistry, with opportunities to collaborate with flavor houses and suppliers in a dynamic, on-site environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelors in Food Science, Nutrition, Chemistry or related field.
• Beverage product development, sensory evaluation and testing knowledge is preferred.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple tasks.

Responsibilities

• Be responsible for samples management, preparation, and shipping documents.
• Communicate with external teams about sample status and project tasks.
• Prepare lab formulas and specifications for new or revised products.
• Work with QA to determine product specifications and stability testing.
• Assist QA and Operations with technical support and pilot runs.
• Conduct sensory evaluations and organize taste panels.
• Work on shelf-life extension and ingredient review.
• Assist PD team with experiment design and research.
• Collaborate with flavor houses and ingredient suppliers.

Skills

Beverage experience

Product development knowledge

Sensory testing

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Food Science/ Nutrition/ Chemistry

Job description

Mark Anthony Group is one of North America's most successful privately held alcohol beverage companies. We are a leading producer and distributor of fine wine, premium Ready to Drink (RTD) products, and spirits in the Global beverage alcohol industry. We are an innovative and ambitious organization with a successful track record of building successful and disruptive brands, including the iconicMike’s Hard LemonadeandWhite Claw.

The Beverage Technologist will participate in the various aspects of sample management, liquid innovation and application within the Product Development Department. This role has a passion for Food Science, Food Nutrition and/or Chemistry and has the drive to learn and proactively take ownership of day-to-day responsibilities.

What you'll do:

• Be responsible for samples management & preparation and shipping documents to support business run.
• communication with external team regarding sample status, shipping progress and other task/project assigned.
• Prepare lab formula, ETQ formula and specification for new/revised products.
• Work with QA to determine finished product specifications new product integrity and stability testing.
• Assistant with QA and Operations for technical supports and first runs or pilot runs.
• Perform sensory evaluations and organize, coordinate and conduct taste panels.
• Work on shelf-life extension and alternative ingredient review
• Work with PD team in terms of experiment design, research, and other tasks.
• Work closely specific flavor houses and ingredient suppliers

What you have:

• Completed Bachelor’s degree in Food Science, Food Nutrition, Chemistry or related
• Beverage experience is preferred
• Knowledge of beverage product development, formulating, sensory and testing is preference
• Strong attention to detail and sense of urgency
• Work effectively with our ingredient suppliers and our procurement team
• Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks at one time
• Desire to build a long-term career in product and flavor development
• Team player and able to network quickly with internal and external work colleagues and stakeholders
• Able to work independently and “roll up your sleeves” to make things happen.

Why Join Us?

Mark Anthony is committed to hiring, engaging, and growing qualified, talented, and motivated team members at every level of our organization. We offer competitive compensation that recognizes individual and company performance. Thetypical hiring range for this position is $60,000 - $70,000 annually complemented by a bonus plan; the base pay is determined by market location and job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and education.

As part of our Total Rewards program, we are also proud to offer:

• Company-matched RRSP contributions
• Extended health and dental benefits, and mental health plans with 24/7 access to a primary care physician via Lumino Health
• Maternity & Adoption Leave Top Up and Paid Secondary Caregiver Leave
• Paid time off
• An extensive offering of world leading learning and development programs to empower your career development – in-person and digital offerings with internationally renowned resources like Franklin Covey and Lumina.

Other perks include:

• Located in a prime Vancouver neighborhood (near transit)
• This role will be on-site 5 days a week
• Complimentary building gym

We are growing a lasting legacy in the beverage alcohol industry, with people first.

Mark Anthony Group is an equal opportunity employer.We encourage applications from individualsof all backgrounds who areeligibleto work in Canada.

We thank all candidates for their interest in MAG and we will reach out to thosecandidates that are under consideration. If you are contacted for an interview and require accommodationduring the recruitment process, pleasecontactyour recruiter.

At Mark Anthony, we live byour 5 Core Valuesevery day:

Sense of Urgency

Our business moves fast and so do we. We understand the power of now. We have relentless drive and believe it if can be done, we're the ones who will do it first.

Authenticity

We need to stay real because our brands, our stories and our culture must remain genuine to thrive. When we have the best intentions for all, we create space to be our whole selves and do great things together.

Our lives are complicated enough. So why use 50 words when you can use 5? We thrive in ambiguity and change, but we also know how to translate our goals into simple explanations and actions.

Humility

Egos distract us. When we're humble, we're open to listen, take feedback and change direction quickly. We're here for each other, and together we do great things.

Trust

We respect and rely on each other. Trust is the backbone of our relationships, and we work hard not to break it. This level of trust allows us to be all-in and take comfort in the support of our teams.