Job Abstract

Your Opportunity as the Senior Lab Technician-Coffee Research & Development

You will perform standard analytical testing of food/beverage samples in accordance with customer methods, company's procedures/policies and GLPs. Rigorous documentation of all testing activities is required, including the maintenance of laboratory notebooks, preparation of detailed laboratory reports, investigation reports etc.  

The position also entails day-to-day activities associated with maintenance of laboratory functions (instrument calibration/maintenance, glassware cleaning, waste removal, supply inventory/ordering, sample tracking etc.) 

You will work with cross functional teams in R&D, Quality, Production, and Maintenance. Effectively communicate technical results and recommendations by summarizing data and communicating results to the functional peers. 

Location: Orrville, OH Corporate Offices in a Laboratory Setting

In this role you will:

• Responsible for characterization of food samples: physical proprieties (e.g. pH, RI, particle size analysis) and chemical testing (e.g. HPLC), stability testing etc.: 
• Responsible for the operation of the analytical equipment 
• Load and run analytical equipment  
• Analyze batch output for conformity to SOP 
• Perform preventive maintenance on analytical equipment. 
• Analyze test results and report summary and conclusions to the team.  
• Prepare samples for analysis, including but not limited to grinding and brewing coffee samples. 
• Maintains an effective culture of laboratory safety. 
• Updates SOPs with necessary changes and revisions while ensuring proper document control. 
• Completes Corrective Action Reports and Preventative Action Reports when necessary. 

The Right Place for You

We are bold, kind, strive to do the right thing, we play to win, and we believe in a strong community that thrives together. Our culture is rooted in our Basic Beliefs, and we believe in supporting every employee by meeting their physical, emotional, and financial needs.

What we are looking for:

Minimum Requirements:

• AA/AS Degree in Science/Technology plus 3+ years laboratory experience or undergraduate degree (B.A. or B.S.) with Chemistry lab experience. 
• Basic Computer Skills/data entry experience
• Strong organizational
• Communication (oral and written)
• Time management and multi-tasking skills. 

Additional skills and experience that we think would make someone successful in this role:

• Microsoft Office experience
• Must be able to work independently and prioritize workload. At the same time, must be able to work in a group environment and contribute to team projects.  

Learn more about working at Smucker:

• Our Total Rewards Benefits Program
• Our Thriving Together Philosophy Supporting All Impacted by Our Business 
• Our Continued Progress on Inclusion, Diversity and Equity 

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