Laboratory Testing Technician (Food Science/Beverage/Coffee)

Russell Tobin; Burlington (MA); On-site; USD 39,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

Russell Tobin, in partnership with a leading food and beverage organization, seeks a Laboratory Testing Technician in Burlington, MA. You will prepare benchtop formulations, roast coffee, perform powder-based lab activities, and manage samples with accurate documentation.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree in Science (Food Science or Engineering preferred), strong Excel skills, and experience in the food and beverage industry.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Science; Food Science or Engineering preferred.
• Experience in the food and beverage industry; coffee experience a plus.
• Knowledge of GLP, GMP, and food safety standards.
• Strong documentation and Excel skills.
• Ability to perform basic math and work with testing data.
• Flexible and adaptable to changing business needs.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Prepare benchtop formulations by accurately measuring, weighing, blending, and packing ingredients into single-serve portions.
• Roast coffee according to established protocols and support coffee processing laboratory activities.
• Perform powder-based lab activities, including sieving materials, cleaning equipment, and supporting measurements.
• Measure moisture and degassing behavior and perform testing on formulations and finished beverages.
• Brew samples using Keurig brewers and conduct testing before and after brewing as needed.
• Label, organize, store, and ship samples while maintaining accurate sample and test documentation.
• Perform basic calculations to scale formulas and determine batch quantities.
• Record, organize, filter, and analyze testing data using spreadsheets and appropriate computer tools.
• Use internal databases to compile data, generate reports, and support testing and tracking activities.
• Manipulate Excel data to identify trends, summarize results, and support reporting.
• Prepare samples for scientists and business partners for evaluation while maintaining a clean and professional lab environment.
• Train new permanent and temporary personnel on testing techniques, methods, and documentation practices as needed.
• Troubleshoot issues involving brewers, formulations, and unexpected sample behavior, including root cause analysis and corrective actions.

Skills

Excel skills

Data analysis

Communication skills

Adaptability

Education

Bachelor's degree in Science; Food Science or Engineering preferred

Tools

Spreadsheets

Internal databases

Job description

Laboratory Testing Technician (Food Science/Beverage/Coffee)

Russell Tobin is partnering with a leading food and beverage organization to identify a Testing Technician for an opportunity in Burlington, MA.

Responsibilities

• Prepare benchtop formulations by accurately measuring, weighing, blending, and packing ingredients into single-serve portions.
• Roast coffee according to established protocols and support coffee processing laboratory activities.
• Perform powder-based lab activities, including sieving materials, cleaning equipment, and supporting measurements.
• Measure moisture and degassing behavior and perform testing on formulations and finished beverages.
• Brew samples using Keurig brewers and conduct testing before and after brewing as needed.
• Label, organize, store, and ship samples while maintaining accurate sample and test documentation.
• Perform basic calculations to scale formulas and determine batch quantities.
• Record, organize, filter, and analyze testing data using spreadsheets and appropriate computer tools.
• Use internal databases to compile data, generate reports, and support testing and tracking activities.
• Manipulate Excel data to identify trends, summarize results, and support reporting.
• Prepare samples for scientists and business partners for evaluation while maintaining a clean and professional lab environment.
• Train new permanent and temporary personnel on testing techniques, methods, and documentation practices as needed.
• Troubleshoot issues involving brewers, formulations, and unexpected sample behavior, including root cause analysis and corrective actions.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Science; Food Science or Engineering preferred.
• Relevant experience in the food and beverage industry; coffee or coffee beverage experience is a plus.
• Basic understanding of Good Laboratory Practices (GLP), Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), and food safety regulatory standards.
• Strong documentation, data management, and Excel skills.
• Ability to perform basic mathematical calculations and work with testing data.
• Flexible and adaptable to changing business needs and priorities.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills with a professional and collaborative approach.
• Basic business understanding and ability to consider business and consumer needs.

Location model: 100% onsite – Burlington, MA

Schedule: Standard business hours

Position Type: 1-year contract with potential to go permanent based on performance, attendance, and business needs

Pay range: $28-$30/hr

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.

Only applicable for Kentucky positions:

For this type of employment, state law requires a criminal record check as a condition of employment. This applies to direct care staff (Examples: RN, LPN, Nurse Aides, Therapists) referred to Kentucky nursing facilities, assisted living communities, or long-term care facilities, in accordance with KRS 216.793.

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