PD Lab Technician I

Summary Description:
• The PD Lab Technician will maintain vital functions of the lab such as cleanliness and organization, restocking of materials and diligently manage project list. They will also support developers and other lab personnel along with understand and execute basic Product Development lab practices, technical responsibilities and standard operating procedures.

Essential Job Functions:
• Maintain a safe, clean and organized lab environment in accordance with GLPs (Good Laboratory Practices).
• Develop familiarity in proper use of lab instrumentation including microthermics, homogenizer, HTP processor and analytical devices.
• Complete sample requests in a timely manner with proper execution from referencing SharePoint specifications to generating the lab formula, beverage creation, bottling, logging, labeling and linking information into lab database and communicating shipping information. Also, be proficient in uploading all supporting documents to the ACE database.
• Properly test specs and maintain lab inventory of juices, flavors, packaging, carbonated water and materials. Show initiative and ownership in communicating with suppliers and supporting departments for material requests.
• Develop knowledge in relevant use of ERP software (SAP), product development testing methods and technical competencies according to SOP.
• Support developers and other lab personnel in various development projects and all lab functions.
• Learn to communicate professionally with and support all customers both internal and external.
• Understand and support shelf-life practices including ring study, light stability testing and sensory evaluations.

Required Skills:
• Demonstrate a willingness to learn, develop and perfect PD lab methods and practices. This includes maintaining all applicable documentation and records – sample log, specification logs, ACE, shipping documents and other tracking initiatives.
• Take ownership of projects. Take initiative in asking questions and collecting information to complete tasks.
• Have an aptitude for mathematical calculations.
• Communicate professionally with honest and constructive feedback. Confidently share ideas and solutions.
• Be consistent in information awareness by thoroughly reading emails and regularly referencing SharePoint and Weekly Action Plan.
• Embody the 5 Refresco values by demonstrating responsibility, entrepreneurship, agility, excellence and passion.
• Foster teamwork, especially through providing assistance to fellow lab personnel.
• Have the ability to notice, interpret and anticipate others concerns and feelings.
• Demonstrate focus on desired result of self or team and drive to meet goals.

Education and Experience:
• Bachelor’s degree or Diploma in Chemistry, Biology, Food Science or related discipline, or have adequate experience in a beverage / food lab preferred.

Working Conditions:
• Work environment- Work and environment are very repetitive.
• Mental Stress- There is pronounced pressure from deadlines, production quotas, accuracy or similar demands.

Travel Requirements:
• Based in Columbus, GA development lab with minimal travel requirements.

Physical Requirements:
• Visual/Sensory-This position requires regular need to give moderate attention with at least one or two senses at a time.
• Physical Demands

Other Duties:
• This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change, or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.
Refresco is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national orientation, sexual orientation, age, marital status, disability, gender identity, gender expression, Veteran status, or any other classification protected by federal, state, or local law.