Product Development Laboratory Technologist

The Boston Beer Company; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 125,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Product Development Laboratory Technologist in Boston, where you'll play a vital role in blending and processing innovative beverage prototypes. You'll ensure the lab operates efficiently and safely, while collaborating with talented colleagues to meet project deadlines. This exciting position offers you the chance to work with cutting-edge equipment and contribute to the development of unique products in a dynamic environment. With a commitment to employee growth and a range of benefits, this role is perfect for those passionate about the beverage industry and eager to make an impact.

Benefits

Tuition Reimbursement

Fertility/Adoption Support

Free Financial Coaching

Health & Wellness Program

Professional Development & Training

Free Beer

Qualifications

• 1+ years in a life sciences lab setting, understanding of lab equipment.
• Excellent communication and attention to detail are essential.

Responsibilities

• Operate laboratory equipment to create product prototypes.
• Coordinate shipping and receiving of samples for stakeholders.

Skills

Laboratory Equipment Operation

Communication Skills

Attention to Detail

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Microsoft PowerPoint

Flexibility in Work Environment

Education

Associates Degree in Life Science or Food Science

Bachelors Degree (Preferred)

Tools

FedEx Shipping Portal

UPS Shipping Portal

Internal Formula Tracking System

Job description

We are currently hiring aProduct Development Laboratory Technologist I inBoston, MA.

A Product Development Lab Technologist is responsible for executing the functions of the Product Development Lab as laid out by Laboratory Operations Managers. This will primarily consist of:

• Blending and processing prototypes within the Boston Beer portfolio of products.
• Coordinating the shipping and receiving of samples for internal and external stakeholders
• Laboratory Upkeep and Maintenance
• Inventory Auditing and Maintenance

Technologists are also responsible for maintaining a safe, clean and efficient laboratory environment and must understand how to safely operate all equipment within the lab spaces. This includes analytical, blending, processing and safety equipment. Technologists are expected to communicate effectively with their colleagues via e-mail, instant messaging and in-person as well as attend regularly scheduled meetings both onsite and virtually.

What You'll Brew:

Core Responsibilities:

• Understands and operates all equipment utilized in the lab to create sample prototypes
  • Including all analytical, processing, blending and safety equipment
• Completes Product Development Work Requests in tandem with fellow Technicians and Technologists as directed by Site Leaders and Lab Managers
  • Communicates capacity availability and constraints clearly to the Site Leaders in order for assignments to be completed on time and within the requested parameters
• Supports and completes the shipping of prototype samples for both internal and external stakeholders
  • Understands and operates FedEx, UPS and other shipping portals online
• Works with brewing teams to operate equipment for blending and processing of samples

Secondary Responsibilities:

• Has a working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel and Powerpoint
  • Understands Boston Beer’s internal formula tracking system and works with Product Design colleagues to execute blends using that system
• Completes lab related projects outside of standard Work Request process as assigned by managers
  • Ingredient inventory auditing and maintenance
  • Cleaning and maintaining lab surfaces and equipment
  • Equipment calibration and daily lab start-up and shut down functions
• Must be able to lift and move a full case of bottles (~30lbs)
• May be required to stand for several hours during the course of the work day in a laboratory setting

What Ingredients You'll Bring:

Minimum Qualifications and Skills:

• Associates Degree in Life Science or Food Science (or similar)
• Minimum of 1 year working experience in a life sciences laboratory (in a professional or institution based setting)
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Excel, Word and PowerPoint
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills and a high attention to detail
• Proven ability to work in a flexible and changing work environment

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelors Degree
• Beverage industry

Level: 9

At the Boston Beer Company and in accordance with pay transparency laws, we are open about our salary ranges. In accordance with pay transparency laws the pay rate for this role if hired is $19.42 - $40.14 per hour. However, it’s important to note that where the person hired starts in this range is dependent on their related experience, skillset and location.

Some Perks:

Our people are our most important “ingredient.” We hire the best talent; and we reward, develop, and retain them too.

In addition to generous healthcare on day one, stock purchase plan, 401k and more, Full Time Boston Beer Coworkers have the following perks available*:

• Tuition reimbursement
• Fertility/adoption support
• Free financial coaching
• Health & wellness program and discounts
• Professional development & training
• Free beer!

*Talk to your recruiter about eligibility

Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Fair Chance Ordinance and the CA Fair Chance Act.

Boston Beer Corporation is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce. In order to help ensure reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Veteran’s Readjustment Act of 1974, and Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, applicants who wish to request accommodation in the job application process can contact [e-mail] for assistance