Seasonings and Ingredients Technologist

Seasonings and Ingredients Technologist

 

Please note: This entry-level position is based at our Arden Hills, MN facility and does not offer relocation. The role requires on-site presence from Monday to Friday.

 

The Seasonings & Ingredients (S&I) Technologist will support a team of food scientists conducting cheese powder and seasoning research and product development.  We are looking for a team player who can also work independently with minimal supervision. The setting may change day-to-day and includes pilot plant, lab, office, and manufacturing plant.  

 

Primary responsibilities include:

 

·       Execute and support benchtop and pilot plant experiments, routine testing, dairy product taste evaluations, pilot plant trials, and provide technical service support

·       Weighing ingredients and using and modifying detailed formulations and procedures

·       Sample preparation and submission for analytical testing

·       Preparing samples for team tastings, as well as participating and providing feedback on samples

·       Documenting and communicating data, results, and observations in ELN (electronic lab notebook)

·       Updating and writing SOPs (standard operating procedures)

·       Interpreting and updating specifications

·       Managing ingredient and lab supply inventories

·       Developing proficiency on-the-job in benchtop, pre-scale and pilot plant relating to cheese powder

·       Developing proficiency in detailed inventory efficiencies and customer sample shipments

Education:

 ​High school diploma or equivalent with a minimum of 3 years of practical experience .1 or more years of relevant work experience in a lab setting preferredBasic computer skills and proficiency in Outlook, Excel, Word plus ability to learn new computer systems/applications quickly​

 Skills/Competencies:

 Demonstrate precise and efficient attention to detailGood communication and organization skillsBasic understanding in experimental and scientific approach with solid data analysis capability Knowledge of laboratory and safety procedures/PPE (personal protective equipment)Knowledge of safe food handling and GMPs (good manufacturing practices)Desire to develop technical depth in ingredients, cheese, and dairyAbility to lift, carry, and move 50 lb. bags of powderAbility to stand for extended periods of timeAbility to travel up to 20%

Salary range: $50,240 - $75,360

About Land O'Lakes, Inc.

Join us and be part of a Fortune 250, farmer- and member-owned cooperative that is reimagining the business of food. We have been named a Top Workplace by Indeed and LinkedIn, and to the TIME 100 Most Influential Companies list.

Benefits for most full-time roles include medical, dental, vision, PTO, life & disability insurance, education assistance, a 401k and a variety of well-being resources. Most part-time employees are eligible for prorated PTO, holiday pay, employee development programs, prorated education assistance, and a 401(k).

Land O'Lakes, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE) M/F/Vets/Disabled. The company maintains a drug-free workforce, including post-employment substance abuse testing pursuant to a Drug and Alcohol Policy.

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