Food Science Laboratory Technician

About the role

The Food Innovation Team at Ajinomoto Health & Nutrition North America is seeking an organized and detail-oriented Food Science Laboratory Technician.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical support to the team of food scientists and culinary professionals working with our diverse portfolio of food ingredients across various applications.
• Prepare standardized food ingredient product formulations.
• Organize, maintain, and upkeep of laboratory materials, equipment, and ingredients.
• Maintain Safety Data Sheets (SDS) and ingredient databases.
• General management of laboratory cleanliness.
• Set up ingredient and food sample cuttings and assist in evaluation.
• Assist in washing laboratory utensils, dishes, and glassware.
• Maintain and organize laboratory ingredients, materials, equipment, sample inventory, and database system.
• Coordinate equipment maintenance and waste disposal.
• Prepare product samples upon request, repackage as necessary.
• Aid in entering raw materials into the database system (or other formula management database system).
• Aid in conducting and participating in sensory evaluations of new products in collaboration with the sensory department.
• Participate in sensory panels, helping other technical personnel with their work.
• Aid in conducting and participating in shelf-life studies for Ajinomoto products following established shelf-life protocols.
• Manage and advance short-term projects under the supervision of more senior staff.
• Fulfill sample requests and their shipping requirements on a daily basis.
• Manage and maintain stock of raw materials, laboratory supplies, product samples, and related materials.
• Perform all work in accordance with Ajinomoto GMP, Allergen, and Quality Programs, and participate in annual training for these programs.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in science-based curriculum, or associate degree with laboratory experience.
• Experience in a food, chemistry, or pharmaceutical laboratory strongly preferred.

Skills

• Strong math and science-related technical skills.
• Transfer scientific knowledge to practical applications.
• Able to take directions.

Benefits

Comprehensive and competitive total rewards package, including Competitive Pay and Annual Bonus Opportunity, 401(k) with Company Contributions, Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage, Effective Day 1 Paid Time Off, Company Holidays, and Floating Holidays, Paid Parental Leave, Wellness Programs and Yearly Wellness Reimbursement, Work Flexibility, Company-Paid Life and Disability Insurance, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Tuition Reimbursement Opportunities, Career Growth and Development within a Global Organization, Company-Provided Mental Health and Caregiving support.