Beverage Pilot Plant Technician - R&D & Process Innovation

Imbibe; Niles (OH); On-site; USD 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401k with company match

Onsite gym

Job summary

Imbibe, a dynamic food and beverage development company based in Illinois, seeks a hands-on Pilot Plant Technician to operate equipment and assist in development projects for beverage and food products. You will partner with Product Development and Flavorists, take initiative, and contribute to process improvements while navigating tight timelines in a fast-paced lab and production environment.

This role offers growth, competitive salary, full benefits, and the chance to work on innovative

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• Team player willing to support development and launch of new products on tight timelines.
• Ability to adapt to changing needs of the lab.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office including Outlook, Excel and Word.
• Able to lift and carry objects up to 50lbs on a consistent basis.
• Ability to work collaboratively and thrive in a fast-paced and dynamic environment.
• Ability to observe details at close range.
• Constantly moves about the pilot plant, labs, and office.

Responsibilities

• Become an expert in multiple new pieces of processing technology. In depth training will be provided on‑the‑job
• Maintain proper stock of prepared packaging materials
• Troubleshoot and repair damaged components in a timely manner
• Run beverage formulations through a variety of pieces of beverage processing equipment
• Ensure beverage products are properly packaged and labeled
• Follow all Good Manufacturing Practice guidelines during the production of beverage products. This includes properly cleaning and organizing all work areas and wearing all proper food safety and personal protective equipment
• Participate in Root Cause Analysis and Process Improvement projects

Skills

Team player

Detail-oriented

Adaptable

Observational skills

Collaborative

Lifting capability

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Imbibe, a dynamic food and beverage development company based in Illinois, seeks a hands-on Pilot Plant Technician to operate equipment and assist in development projects for beverage and food products. You will partner with Product Development and Flavorists, take initiative, and contribute to process improvements while navigating tight timelines in a fast-paced lab and production environment.

This role offers growth, competitive salary, full benefits, and the chance to work on innovative