LAB TECH II

Position Overview

The Lab Technician II role supports Flavor Creation through compounding flavor formulations and applying them to various tasting bases for organoleptic evaluation.

Responsibilities

• Compounding and preparing samples from formulations
• Maintaining flavor retains including intermediates
• Setting up flavors and raw materials for screening and evaluation
• Stocking, ordering, and maintaining lab supplies and raw materials
• Recording pertinent data in Product Vision and Excel data files
• Maintaining sanitation and organization of lab

Required Qualifications

• A minimum of twelve (12) college credits/CEUs, preferably in a science-related field (Food Science, Chemistry, Biology, Biochemistry, Microbiology, or other related science field)
• One to two (1-2) years of experience in a laboratory environment
• Bachelor’s degree preferred
• Strong PC skills required
• Experience operating in a Windows environment, managing files and handling data
• Experience in a Food manufacturing environment or lab and knowledge of food safety is a plus
• Professional written and verbal communication skills
• Strong interpersonal skills, including conflict resolution
• Ability to be self-directed and motivated
• Strong analytical and organizational skills
• Ability to manage time and prioritize work effectively
• Experience following principles and making informed decisions
• Strong troubleshooting skills and ability to identify, analyze, and solve problems
• Ability to present information to peers in a logical manner
• Must possess strong teamwork capabilities, flexibility to adjust to customer demands including weekends and overtime on short notice
• Ability to work in a challenging and fast-paced environment with changing practices
• Ability to lift 10 pounds continuously, 20 pounds frequently, and 50 pounds occasionally
• Solid math skills including the ability to work accurately with formulas and decimals
• Ability to work mandatory overtime as directed by manager
• Ability to work onsite and to attend all shifts as scheduled

Pay

Base Salary: $21.59-$30.48

Base salary compensation will be determined based on factors such as geographic location, skills, education, experience for this role, and/or internal equity of our current employees as part of any final offer.

This position is also eligible to participate in McCormick’s Dividend Program.