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R&D Lab Technician

Milk Specialties Global
Prairie, MN Full Time
POSTED ON 1/23/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 4/21/2025

The R&D Lab Technician has responsibility for supporting the development of innovative product solutions for a variety of food applications. This role will work in a hands-on team environment, carrying out a broad spectrum of responsibilities, including prototyping, product formulation, process development, scale-up, and commercialization. A successful candidate will have experience in the areas of dry-blended and ready to drink beverages, bars, bakery, confections, cultured dairy, dairy proteins and / or dairy protein applications. A successful candidate will also be detail-oriented, possess strong communication skills, organizational skills, and resilience in managing projects in an innovative, fast-paced organization.

Essential Functions :

  • Assist with product development / application initiatives from concept development and prototype generation to pilot plant and scale up for various protein products in powder mix, ready to drink or ready to eat

Assist with experiments to advance product and application development efforts from early feasibility through product launch.

  • Create and maintain appropriate documentation including technical and experimental plans, experimental design records, and product specifications.
  • Assist with product technical considerations including quality, sensory characteristics, stability, food safety, manufacturability, and appliance functionality. Utilize project management tools to ensure on-time delivery of results
  • Work collaboratively with cross-functional partners to ensure successful commercialization of new products.
  • Support Sales and Marketing by creating samples and prototypes, and by communicating technical findings to the team. This includes sales material and product / application brochure.
  • Partner with cross functional business teams to deliver strategy; provide technical subject matter expertise and foundational product knowledge.
  • Positively engage in a creative, performance driven culture
  • Position Requirements :

  • Bachelor's or master's degree in food science with experience in dairy science, bakery items, bars, dry-blending, and / or ready-to-drink beverage applications, OR BS in Chemical Engineering or Food Engineering.
  • A strong working knowledge of food science and food processing
  • Problem identification and problem-solving skills.
  • Strong interpersonal and collaborative skills.
  • Solid organizational skills and ability to manage numerous projects concurrently.
  • Demonstrated leadership and initiative, ability to work independently as well as collaboratively.
  • Attention to detail and executional excellence.
  • Actus Nutrition prides itself on advancement opportunities for our current workforce to promote from within. We offer a comprehensive benefits package which includes medical, dental, vision and life insurance as well as a healthy 401(k) company match program. The starting salary range for this position is between $20.00- $30.00 USD hourly. Applicable pay within the posted range may vary based on factors including, but not limited to skill set and depth of experience.

    Salary : $20 - $30

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