Research Development Laboratory Technician

McCormick & Company; Haddenham; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a detail-oriented Research Development Laboratory Technician to join their dynamic R&D team. This role involves compounding and preparing seasoning samples, managing laboratory stock, and ensuring compliance with strict safety and quality standards. The ideal candidate will have a background in food science or a related field, with practical experience in laboratory environments. Join a forward-thinking company that values innovation and continuous improvement, where your contributions will directly impact product development and customer satisfaction.

Qualifications

• Degree in Food Science or related field required.
• Experience in laboratory or food industry preferred.

Responsibilities

• Compounding seasoning samples and preparing product samples for dispatch.
• Maintaining laboratory stock and ensuring compliance with safety standards.

Skills

Good Laboratory Practices

Time Management Skills

Communication Skills

Analytical Data Interpretation

Ability to Learn New Skills

Education

Degree in Food Science/Nutrition/Consumer Science

HNC or equivalent in a science subject

Tools

SAP

Laboratory Equipment

Job description

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We are seeking a detail-oriented and proactive R&D Lab Technician to support the Development team in fulfilling industrial customer briefs. This role involves compounding, preparing, recording, and dispatching sample products, as well as providing regular feedback on product performance. The ideal candidate will actively contribute to the R&D team’s efforts to meet business goals and objectives while maintaining compliance with company, third-party, and customer standards.

MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES

• Compounding seasoning samples, with potential involvement in cooking and working with meat and poultry ingredients as required. Application of seasonings onto relevant bases according to customer or developer specifications. Assisting in preparation of samples for research, shelf-life testing, and other required assessments.
• Preparing and dispatching product samples to global customers, ensuring compliance with specific customs requirements for each country. Utilizing existing systems to generate necessary documentation and coordinating with the International Trade Compliance team to ensure adherence to regulations.
• Managing and maintaining laboratory stock of raw materials, including experimental ingredients, ensuring appropriate inventory levels are maintained. Ensuring that raw material and product retains are stored in compliance with the Gold Standard Programme, with strict adherence to shelf-life requirements.
• Ensuring all activities are conducted in accordance with Company, Third Party, Customer requirements and in line with key performance indicators.
• Sampling and picking up of raw materials from the factory located on the same site.
• Setting up an internal tasting panel for flavour evaluation of raw materials and finished products including FTO trial samples. Maintaining tasting records.
• Attendance and participation at routine sensory panels, both R&D and Quality.
• Working on existing lab systems to maintain data and traceability of raw materials and finished products.
• Be cross-trained in various departmental duties to provide coverage for the R&D Lab team as needed, ensuring the timely completion of tasks and adherence to deadlines.
• Managing Third Party calibration of scales and equipment for R&D Lab in order to meet requirements of the QMS, Regulatory and Audit.
• Conducting internal audits (HACCP, quality systems, food safety, glass and health & safety).
• Supporting the preparation and execution of External Customer and Third Party Audit Programme.
• Maintaining a clean and safe laboratory environment in accordance with health & safety standards.
• Leading and/or actively participating in continuous improvement projects.

CANDIDATE PROFILE

• Degree in Food Science/Nutrition/Consumer Science or further educated to HNC or equivalent in a science subject (preferably chemistry/biochemistry).
• Certifications - Food Safety Level 2, HACCP Level 2.
• Practical experience of Good Laboratory Practices.
• Experience in the manufacturing environment working within Laboratory or Food Industry.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Working knowledge of SAP would be advantageous.
• PC literate as a minimum.
• Ability to interpret analytical and microbiological data.
• Willing and capable to learn new skills.
• Willing to work in a manufacturing environment.
• Effective Time Management Skills.
• Ability to work to tight deadlines and to deal with constant changes.

McCormick & Company is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, colour, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.

As users of the disability confident scheme, we guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for the vacancy/ies.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Research and Production

• Industries

  Food and Beverage Manufacturing

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