Product Development Lab Technologist – R&D Protein Team

Job Title: ITQ Dynamic Talent Bench Location: Golden Valley, MN Type: Contract Join the American multinational manufacturer and marketer of branded ultra-processed consumer foods sold through retail stores. If you have Food product development experience and laboratory skills, please read the exciting opportunity below and apply quick! Responsibilities The lab technologist supports protein technology development on the ITQ (Innovation, Technology and Quality) team across multiple product categories. Daily work will have oversight from scientists on the team. Responsibilities may include any of the following, depending on the scope of the assigned projects:

Support product and technology development initiatives from bench top to pilot plant scale

Prepare for experiments

Gather/order ingredients and equipment needed

Accurately weigh ingredients

Network with internal experts to learn bench-top procedures, methods, testing protocols

Execute experiments and product make-up at the bench-top and/or at pilot plant scale

Analytical testing and sensory evaluation of ingredients and food products

Collect and report data. Record/document observations. Share key findings in a timely manner with the team.

Some basic data analysis may be required.

Requirements

2-year Degree or High School Degree w/ 3+ years of directly relatable experience

Previous work experience in a similar field (Food product development experience or laboratory experience)

Basic computer/technology skills (Microsoft Office Suite, other computer programs)

Basic understanding of food safety and human safety

OTHER REQUIRED SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS:

Strong self-starter

Ability to parallel path multiple work streams and stay busy:

Advance another project when there is a lull in a current project

Anticipate and proactively prepare for next waves of activity/projects

Help & support others

Has a strong bias for action

Holds oneself to a high-quality work standard

Ability to adapt to a dynamic work environment – changing priorities, new challenges

Desire to learn new concepts

Receptive to feedback, internalize and adjust work accordingly

Ability to quickly come up to speed and apply learnings

Inquisitive: interested in problem-solving, trouble shooting, how and why things work

Ability to communicate effectively with cross-functional partners, internal customers and contribute to a team environment

Has a passion for both food creation and technology development

Comfortable in a laboratory setting

Comfortable in processing (pilot plant) environment

Comfortable operating equipment (large and small) once trained

Benefits

System One offers eligible employees health and welfare benefits coverage options, including medical, dental, vision, spending accounts, life insurance, voluntary plans, and participation in a 401(k) plan.

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System One, and its subsidiaries including Joulé, ALTA IT Services, CM Access, TPGS, and MOUNTAIN, LTD., are leaders in delivering workforce solutions and integrated services across North America. We help clients get work done more efficiently and economically, without compromising quality. System One not only serves as a valued partner for our clients, but we offer eligible full-time employees health and welfare benefits coverage options including medical, dental, vision, spending accounts, life insurance, voluntary plans, as well as participation in a 401(k) plan.System One is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, family care or medical leave status, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.