R&D Food Technician — Lab & Pilot Trials

Winland Foods, Inc.; Oak Brook (IL); On-site; USD 24,796 - 33,062; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) with match

STD/LTD/AD&D/Life

HSA

FSA

EAP

Hospital indemnity

Accident Insurance

Identity and Fraud Protection Plan

Legal

Critical Illness

Job summary

Winland Foods is hiring a Food Technician in Oak Brook, IL. The role supports lab, pilot plant, and production testing, with responsibilities spanning documentation, trials, and prep for R&D samples. A strong team player who thrives in a fast-paced setting will excel.

Expect to work 1st shift Monday–Friday with flexibility, lifting up to 50 lbs, and standing for extended periods. Benefits include comprehensive medical, dental, vision, and a 401(k) plan with match.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent (required).
• Previous lab or food manufacturing experience preferred.
• Strong attention to detail and organization.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Conduct routine laboratory, pilot plant, and production tests following established procedures.
• Support bench-top trials, pilot runs, plant trials, and product start-ups.
• Accurately evaluate, document, and organize test results, formulations, and processing parameters.
• Communicate findings, observations, and challenges to project leads.
• Assist with preparation and shipment of R&D samples for internal and customer use.
• Coordinate ingredient and product shipments for trials and testing.
• Maintain laboratory equipment, supplies, and ingredient inventories.
• Keep the lab clean, organized, and GMP-compliant.
• Complete assigned project tasks within established timelines.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organization

Written and verbal communication

Multi-tasking

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)

Job description

Winland Foods is hiring a Food Technician in Oak Brook, IL. The role supports lab, pilot plant, and production testing, with responsibilities spanning documentation, trials, and prep for R&D samples. A strong team player who thrives in a fast-paced setting will excel.

Expect to work 1st shift Monday–Friday with flexibility, lifting up to 50 lbs, and standing for extended periods. Benefits include comprehensive medical, dental, vision, and a 401(k) plan with match.