Application Technologist - Food Processing Equipment

GEA Germany GmbH; United States; On-site; USD 80,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

13 paid holidays

136 hours PTO

7% 401(k) employer match

Tuition reimbursement

Wellness incentive program

Employee Assistance Program

Health Savings and Spending Accounts

Job summary

GEA Group in Frisco, TX, is seeking an Application Technologist to join our Technology Center. You will support tests, operate processing equipment for demos and validations, and ensure safe, compliant testing environments.

Ideally you have a Bachelors in Food Science with 5+ years in equipment testing, plus knowledge of HACCP, GMP/GHP, and FDA/USDA/FSMA basics. This role offers hands-on development and cross-functional collaboration.

Qualifications

• Bachelors or B.Sc in Food Science, Food Technology, Food Engineering, Agricultural or Dairy Science (with food processing focus) or Biotechnology (food).
• 5+ years of experience in a similar role overseeing equipment testing.
• Well versed in Food safety & regulatory fundamentals, HACCP principles, and GMP/GHP.
• Basic understanding of FDA / USDA / FSMA requirements (or regional equivalents).

Responsibilities

• Support day-to-day operations of the Technology Center and execute customer testing activities.
• Operate GEA processing equipment installed in the Technology Center to perform customer demos, trials, validations, and application tests.
• Prepare, set up, and configure equipment, raw materials, and utilities required for tests, including sanitation and safe working conditions.
• Execute customer tests in alignment with KPIs and data recording.
• Support preparation of test reports and proper documentation of results.
• Maintain Technology Center equipment, utilities, and facilities in proper working condition.
• Coordinate and collaborate with internal stakeholders to ensure successful test execution.
• Provide application and product development support through verification and testing at center and customer sites.
• Support commissioning activities and onsite training at customer locations.
• Contribute to continuous improvement by sharing technical feedback.

Education

Bachelors in Food Science

Job description

GEA Group in Frisco, TX, is seeking an Application Technologist to join our Technology Center. You will support tests, operate processing equipment for demos and validations, and ensure safe, compliant testing environments.

Ideally you have a Bachelors in Food Science with 5+ years in equipment testing, plus knowledge of HACCP, GMP/GHP, and FDA/USDA/FSMA basics. This role offers hands-on development and cross-functional collaboration.