Laboratory Technician

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

The Testing Technician is responsible for preparing formulations on the benchtop, roasting coffee, packing samples, sieving powder materials, and supporting ongoing lab work. This role supports product development, quality evaluation, and data reporting through hands-on lab work and strong documentation practices.

Key responsibilities:

Prepare benchtop formulations, including accurately measuring and weighing ingredients, blending, and packing into single serve portions.

Roast coffee in accordance with established protocols

Support powder-based lab activities, including sieving bulk materials, cleaning lab equipment, and supporting measurement work

Supporting coffee processing lab work, including conducting measurements of moisture and degassing behavior in accordance with established protocols

As needed, brew samples using Keurig Brewers and conduct testing on formulations both prior to brewing and on finished beverages

Label, organize, and place samples into appropriate storage; ship samples as needed, including coordinating international shipment requirements

Maintain detailed documentation of incoming samples, prepared samples, samples in shelf life programs, and all associated test results.

Perform basic mathematical calculations to scale formulas and determine quantities for batch sizing.

Prepare samples for scientists and business partners to taste, ensuring a clean presentation and demonstrating professionalism, confidence, and courtesy.

Record, organize, filter, and analyze quality and test data using appropriate computer tools and spreadsheets; report findings to management.

Search internal database systems, compile data, and export reports to support testing, tracking, and decision making activities.

Filter, sort, and manipulate Excel data to identify trends, summarize results, and support reporting requirements.

Provide training, as needed, to new permanent and temporary personnel on proper testing techniques, methods, and data recording standards.

Troubleshoot issues related to brewers, formulations, or unexpected sample behavior, including performing root cause analysis and recommending corrective actions.

Required Skills & Capabilities:

Bachelor's degree in Sciences, with Food Science or Engineering preferred

Relevant experience in Food and Beverage Industry. Experience with Coffee and Coffee Beverages is a plus

Basic understanding of Good Lab and Manufacturing Practices, and Food Safety Regulatory Standards.

Demonstrate flexibility and resilience in adapting to changing business needs and priorities.

Ability to earn trust, maintain positive and professional relationships, and strengthen our culture of inclusion.

Basic business orientation; ability to understand business case and consumer needs.

• PrideGlobal and it's affiliates offers eligible employee's comprehensive healthcare coverage (medical, dental, and vision plans), supplemental coverage (accident insurance, critical illness insurance and hospital indemnity), 401(k)-retirement savings, life & disability insurance, an employee assistance program, legal support, auto, home insurance, pet insurance and employee discounts with preferred vendors.

PrideGlobal and it's affiliates are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of the race, religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, reproductive health decision making, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, sexual orientation, veteran or military status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

PrideGlobal and it's affiliates are a Fair Chance employer. We consider all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with applicable state and local Fair Chance laws and ordinances, including, the California Fair Chance Act and all applicable local Fair Chance ordinances.

Accommodations

We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities. If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in the application or interview process, or to perform the essential functions of this role, please contact us.

Only applicable for San Francisco Candidates:

Under the San Francisco Lactation in the Workplace Ordinance, we will provide written notice of lactation accommodation rights, and this notice will automatically be given upon hiring, any inquiry of parental leave or lactation accommodation.