Product Development Center Technician

As our new Product Development Center (PDC) Technician, you are responsible for directly assisting customers during test runs in our Product Development Center in Denton, TX. This includes batching (use of scales, tanks, mixers), shipping & receiving of customer goods (utilizing forklift, pallet jack), and cleaning the workplace.Moreover, as our new Product Development Center Technician, you will perform routine maintenance of Product Development Center equipment and be responsible for a portion of the Plant's GMP (Good Manufacturing Practices) program: pest control, general organization and cleanliness, etc. You must be comfortable with precision manual tasks such as the use of small instruments and machines, and you will be required to move and lift heavy loads quite often.

This position is based in Denton, Texas.

As Product Development Center Technician, you will:

• Support customer test runs: batching and blending, etc., working 1on1 with client.
• Perform Product Development Center equipment routine maintenance.
• Move pallets, packages, operate forklift, etc.
• Work closely with clients and Process Engineers to batch and process the products.
• Work with clients to coordinate ingredient disposition, sample shipment etc.
• Wrap and label leftover ingredients as directed, return to ingredient area.
• Prep for next day as directed by Process Engineer – i.e. set up tanks, etc.
• Clean, maintain and test major equipment (pumps, tanks, boiler, chiller, air compressor, water softener, pest control).
• Clean and maintain assigned area of the Product Development Center as well as take responsibility of EPE, Safety, GMP supplies.

• A High school degree plus a minimum of 3 years of relevant work experience.
• Work experience in a customer-facing (internal or external) role and excellent service orientation.
• Experience with hands-on, semi-skilled labor: minor hand tools, instruments, etc.
• Self-driven / motivated attitude.
• Hands-on mentality.
• Basic math, MS Office knowledge.

We Offer You

• A variety of exciting challenges with ample opportunities for development and training in a truly global landscape
• A culture that pioneers a spirit of innovation where our industry experts drive visible results
• An equal opportunity employment experience that values diversity and inclusion
• Market competitive compensation and benefits with flexible working arrangements

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If you are inspired to be part of our promise to protect what’s good; for food, people, and the planet, apply through our careers page at https://jobs.tetrapak.com/. 

This job posting expires on February 4, 2025.

Diversity, equity, and inclusion is an everyday part of how we work. We give people a place to belong and support to thrive, an environment where everyone can be comfortable being themselves and has equal opportunities to grow and succeed. We embrace difference, celebrate people for who they are, and for the diversity they bring that helps us better understand and connect with our customers and communities worldwide.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.