Coffee Lab Technician: Formulations & Quality

Russell Tobin; Burlington (MA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare coverage

401(k) retirement plan

Life & disability insurance

Employee discounts

Job summary

PrideGlobal in Massachusetts is seeking a Testing Technician to support product development and quality evaluation in our lab. You will prepare benchtop formulations, roast coffee, weigh and blend ingredients, and document procedures with meticulous attention to detail.

Responsibilities include preparing samples for scientists, recording test results, operating Keurig brewers, shipping samples, and assisting with data analysis in Excel. A B.S.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Sciences; Food Science or Engineering preferred.
• Relevant experience in Food and Beverage Industry; Coffee and Coffee Beverages a plus.
• Basic understanding of Good Lab and Manufacturing Practices and Food Safety Standards.
• Demonstrate flexibility and resilience in changing business needs.

Responsibilities

• Prepare benchtop formulations, including measuring and weighing ingredients, blending, and packing.
• Roast coffee per established protocols.
• Support powder-based lab activities including sieving materials and cleaning equipment.
• Conduct measurements of moisture and degassing behavior according to protocols.
• Brew samples using Keurig Brewers and test formulations before and after brewing.
• Label, organize, and ship samples, including coordinating international shipments.
• Maintain detailed documentation of samples and test results.
• Scale formulas and calculate quantities for batch sizing.
• Prepare samples for scientists and partners with professional presentation.
• Record and analyze quality and test data; report findings to management.
• Search databases, compile data, and export reports to support testing and decision making.
• Filter and manipulate Excel data to identify trends and summarize results.
• Provide training to new personnel on testing techniques and data recording.

Education

Bachelor's degree in Sciences (Food Science or Engineering preferred)

Job description

PrideGlobal in Massachusetts is seeking a Testing Technician to support product development and quality evaluation in our lab. You will prepare benchtop formulations, roast coffee, weigh and blend ingredients, and document procedures with meticulous attention to detail.

Responsibilities include preparing samples for scientists, recording test results, operating Keurig brewers, shipping samples, and assisting with data analysis in Excel. A B.S.