Lab Tech 2nd Shift - Clark, NJ

Kerry is the world's leading taste and nutrition company for the food, beverage and pharmaceutical industries. Every day we partner with customers to create healthier, tastier and more sustainable products that are consumed by billions of people across the world. Our vision is to be our customers' most valued partner, creating a world of sustainable nutrition.

About the role

Our Clark location is part of our Taste Division, producing flavors and ingredients. The Clark facility has two buildings: the North building produces natural flavorings and essential oils, while the South building produces seasonings for meat, chicken broth, and beef gravy.

This role is located at 160 Terminal Ave, Clark, NJ.

Responsibilities

• Perform visual, odor, and taste tests on various raw materials and finished products.
• Prepare materials and products for laboratory sensory evaluation.
• Learn sensory, physical, chemical, or instrumental evaluation methods.
• Retrieve standards and generate worksheets.
• Maintain clean and safe lab equipment and environment.
• Perform wet chemistry tests using instruments such as IR, L.A.B colorimeter, SG, RI, pH, and particle size testing.
• Submit evaluation results to respective areas using both analog (paper) and digital systems (SAP).
• Follow all quality, safety, and company protocols and procedures.
• Prepare shipments and labels for samples and check COA.

Requirements

Physical Requirements

• Must be able to taste all products with no dietary restrictions.
• Must be able to be exposed to and smell a variety of flavor and fragrance products, essential oils, and raw materials.
• Must be able to stand and work at a lab bench for long periods of time.
• Must be able to operate lab testing equipment and interpret results.

Educational Requirements

• Associate degree plus 1 year's experience in a GMP Laboratory environment.
• Preferred bachelor's degree in food science, chemistry, or similar discipline.

Pay

The pay range for this position is $22.00 - $31.00 per hour. Kerry typically does not hire an individual at the top or near the top of the range, as we are a pay-for-performance company, and this range is set to continue to reward performance annually while in role.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Paid time off
• 401(k) plan with employee and company contribution opportunities
• Employee Share Plan
• Life, disability, and accident insurance
• Tuition reimbursement

Schedule

2nd Shift – 2:00 PM to 10:30 PM