LAB TECH II

McCormick & Company, Incorporated; Cockeysville (MD); On-site; USD 48,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career growth opportunities

Flexibility and Support for Diverse LI

Job summary

McCormick & Company, Incorporated is hiring a Lab Technician II at the Technical Innovation Center in Hunt Valley, Maryland. The role focuses on accurately preparing seasoning and condiment formulations and supporting development sessions with product developers.

Responsibilities include running basic analytical tests, maintaining lab organization, and coordinating with plant personnel. The position emphasizes adherence to GMPs and the ability to adapt to changing priorities.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalency required.

Responsibilities

• Efficiently and accurately compound seasoning, marinad, topical, coating or condiment formulations.
• Lead technician support for iterative development sessions and ensure timely communication with product developers.
• Observe and troubleshoot dry blends for dustiness, clumping, separation, and related issues.
• Run basic lab testing including bulk density, flow tests, pH and particle size.
• Prepare for runs, maintain GMPs and housekeeping, and assist in commercialization processes.
• Organize lab materials and manage inventory using computerized systems.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Team collaboration

Education

High school diploma or equivalency

12 college credits/CEUs OR 1-2 years lab experience

Tools

SAP

DevEX

Word

Excel

Outlook

Batch Metrics

Job description

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You may know McCormick as a leader in herbs, spices, seasonings, and condiments – and we’re only getting started. At McCormick, we’re always looking for new people to bring their unique flavor to our team.

McCormick employees – all 14,000 of us across the world – are what makes this company a great place to work.

We are looking to hire a Lab Techncian II immediately at our Technical Innovation Center in Hunt Valley, Maryland.

What We Bring To The Table:

The best people deserve the best rewards. In addition to the benefits you’d expect from a global leader (401k, health insurance, paid time off, etc.) we also offer:

• Career growth opportunities
• Flexibility and Support for Diverse Life Stages and Choices

Position Overview:

• Efficiently and accurately compound seasoning, marinad, topical, coating or condiment formulations.
• Application for all key model systems (fried and grilled chicken & other base proteins, topical seasonings application, full sandwich builds (including working knowledge of key restaurant equipment).
• Lead technician work in support of iterative development sessions, setting up Edesia cuttings, shelf-life reviews, managing workload, coordinating activities, anticipating requirements and planning sourcing of raw materials, assuring that work is completed in a timely fashion and that the lead product developer is aware of any challenges or concerns.
• Observe performance of any kind of dry blend and condiment and provide feedback to developers for trouble shooting - dustiness, clumping, separation etc.
• Run basic analysis on finished dry blends – bulk density, flow tests, pH and particle size testing using lab equipment.
• Attend FTO meetings, Have retain sample(s) ready for the run, understanding of formula and processing instructions, communicate with developer and plant personnel pre & post production run, flexibility with work schedule. Support any commercialization processes.
• Ability to adapt to rapidly changing priorities and multiple tasks, with ability to take direction from product developers, scientists and supervisor as required
• Maintain organized and clean personal work area. Adhere to Good Manufacturing Practices, PPEs, and basic housekeeping when performing appropriate tasks.
• Follow proper GMPs and give feedback if witnessing others not following proper SOPs. Report any protentional hazards that can cause accidents in the warehouse, lab, office area etc.
• Organize and maintain raw materials in the lab – utilizing computerized inventory management systems and assuring shelf-life expectations are maintained.

Required Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalency.
• A minimum of twelve (12) college credits/CEUs OR in lieu of college credits, 1-2 years of lab experience.
• Must be able to utilize all senses required for the evaluation of food samples, i.e. color perception, taste, and smell.
• Must have basic computer skills and ability to learn and work in the following programs: SAP, DevEX, Word, Excel, Outlook, Batch Metrics and other McCormick specific systems as required.
• Must be able to quickly adapt to new systems and systems upgrades as required.
• Ability to accurately perform calculations.
• Proven ability to work collaboratively within a team environment as well as the ability to work independently required.
• Strong communication skills, including written and verbal required.

As a general policy, McCormick does not offer employment visa sponsorships upon hire or in the future.

Base salary compensation will be determined based on factors such as geographic location, skills, education, experience for this role, and/or internal equity of our current employees as part of any final offer. This position is also eligible to participate in McCormick’s Incentive Bonus (MIB) Plan/ McCormick’s Sales Incentive Bonus (SIB) Plan/ McCormick’s Dividend Program .

In addition to a competitive compensation package, permanent employees of McCormick are eligible for our extensive Total Rewards programs that include:

• Comprehensive health plans covering medical, vision, dental, life and disability benefits
• Family-friendly benefits such as paid parental leave, fertility benefits, Employee Assistance Program, and caregiver support
• Retirement and investment programs including 401(k) and profit-sharing plans

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, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.

WHY WORK AT MCCORMICK?

As a McCormick employee you’ll be empowered to focus on more than your individual responsibilities. You’ll have the opportunity to be part of something bigger than yourself—to have a say in where the company is going and how it’s growing.

Between our passion for flavor, our 130-year history of leadership and integrity, the competitive and comprehensive benefits we offer, and our culture, which is built on respect and opportunities for growth, there are many reasons to join us at McCormick.