R&D Technologist
Posted on Oct 7, 2024 by I.Rice & Company
Philadelphia, PA
Other
Immediate Start
Annual Salary
Full-Time
An independent, family-owned business in Philadelphia, I. Rice & Co. has been making quality food products and flavors since 1884. With considerable growth and expansion, we are looking for qualified employees to help in a variety of positions. As a food manufacturing plant, I. Rice & Co. offers a diverse range of employment opportunities, from production coordination to warehouse stocking and inventory organization.
I. Rice & Co. remains open as an essential business to serve our communities producing food in the food service and grocery industry. I. Rice provides a safe environment for employees, providing face masks, multiple handwashing stations, and food production sanitation procedures keeping our facilities clean and our employees safe.
Job Description
This position supports the R&D department through assisting in the execution and development of formulas through sample batch runs for new and existing products. In this role, documentation is a key function to ensure the appropriate next steps are executed on subsequent levels. Additionally, willingness to perform experimentation is of importance, not one who just follows procedures but also is one who is interested in distinguishing results from each other.
Essential Jobs and Duties:
Must be able to accurately weigh/measure and then mix dry or liquid ingredients using various types of equipment
Assist in preparation of formulas, specifications, processing procedures, and any other technical material that allow for consistent and reliable execution in multiple manufacturing facilities, and meet international legal requirements where possible
Maintains proper documentation on product formulations, testings, and evaluation of products
Execute sensory evaluation of new products
Support cross-functional team members in order to meet deadlines
Participate in all team activities, including tastings, flavor testing and sensory evaluations
Maintain proper lab conditions and equipment maintenance
Be capable of working in various work settings of the facility including laboratory, office and plant areas
Requirements
Bachelor of Science in Food Science or related field of study, along with 1-2 years of experience in manufacturer setting – including formulation, pilot batching and scale up
Kitchen experience is essential, though may be in various formats: cooking, baking, confectionary
Good bench skills (weighing, mixing, heating)
Familiarity with functional ingredients, such as starch, pectin, gums
Understanding of instrumental measurements including solids, pH, water activity, viscometry/rheology, density (pycnometer), colorimetry, temperature
Ability to work in a team environment as well as individually in an environment with changing priorities
Ability to manage time effectively
Proficient computer literacy with basic knowledge of MS Office
Good written and oral communication skills as well as attention to detail
Physical Demands
Be able to lift 50 pounds
Be able to withstand long periods of time on one’s feet
Benefits
I.Rice & Co. is a family-owned and -operated company with a diverse workforce. Management is devoted to seeing our employees grow as team members and in developing new skills and knowledge to further their own value within the industry.
In addition to health care, we offer the following benefits:
Various supplement insurance policies following 90 days
Life insurance following 90 days
401K retirement after completion of one-year of employment during open enrollment
I. Rice & Co. remains open as an essential business to serve our communities producing food in the food service and grocery industry. I. Rice provides a safe environment for employees, providing face masks, multiple handwashing stations, and food production sanitation procedures keeping our facilities clean and our employees safe.
Job Description
This position supports the R&D department through assisting in the execution and development of formulas through sample batch runs for new and existing products. In this role, documentation is a key function to ensure the appropriate next steps are executed on subsequent levels. Additionally, willingness to perform experimentation is of importance, not one who just follows procedures but also is one who is interested in distinguishing results from each other.
Essential Jobs and Duties:
Must be able to accurately weigh/measure and then mix dry or liquid ingredients using various types of equipment
Assist in preparation of formulas, specifications, processing procedures, and any other technical material that allow for consistent and reliable execution in multiple manufacturing facilities, and meet international legal requirements where possible
Maintains proper documentation on product formulations, testings, and evaluation of products
Execute sensory evaluation of new products
Support cross-functional team members in order to meet deadlines
Participate in all team activities, including tastings, flavor testing and sensory evaluations
Maintain proper lab conditions and equipment maintenance
Be capable of working in various work settings of the facility including laboratory, office and plant areas
Requirements
Bachelor of Science in Food Science or related field of study, along with 1-2 years of experience in manufacturer setting – including formulation, pilot batching and scale up
Kitchen experience is essential, though may be in various formats: cooking, baking, confectionary
Good bench skills (weighing, mixing, heating)
Familiarity with functional ingredients, such as starch, pectin, gums
Understanding of instrumental measurements including solids, pH, water activity, viscometry/rheology, density (pycnometer), colorimetry, temperature
Ability to work in a team environment as well as individually in an environment with changing priorities
Ability to manage time effectively
Proficient computer literacy with basic knowledge of MS Office
Good written and oral communication skills as well as attention to detail
Physical Demands
Be able to lift 50 pounds
Be able to withstand long periods of time on one’s feet
Benefits
I.Rice & Co. is a family-owned and -operated company with a diverse workforce. Management is devoted to seeing our employees grow as team members and in developing new skills and knowledge to further their own value within the industry.
In addition to health care, we offer the following benefits:
Various supplement insurance policies following 90 days
Life insurance following 90 days
401K retirement after completion of one-year of employment during open enrollment
Reference: 198851985
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R&D Technologist
Posted on Oct 7, 2024 by I.Rice & Company
Philadelphia, PA
Other
Immediate Start
Annual Salary
Full-Time
An independent, family-owned business in Philadelphia, I. Rice & Co. has been making quality food products and flavors since 1884. With considerable growth and expansion, we are looking for qualified employees to help in a variety of positions. As a food manufacturing plant, I. Rice & Co. offers a diverse range of employment opportunities, from production coordination to warehouse stocking and inventory organization.
I. Rice & Co. remains open as an essential business to serve our communities producing food in the food service and grocery industry. I. Rice provides a safe environment for employees, providing face masks, multiple handwashing stations, and food production sanitation procedures keeping our facilities clean and our employees safe.
Job Description
This position supports the R&D department through assisting in the execution and development of formulas through sample batch runs for new and existing products. In this role, documentation is a key function to ensure the appropriate next steps are executed on subsequent levels. Additionally, willingness to perform experimentation is of importance, not one who just follows procedures but also is one who is interested in distinguishing results from each other.
Essential Jobs and Duties:
Must be able to accurately weigh/measure and then mix dry or liquid ingredients using various types of equipment
Assist in preparation of formulas, specifications, processing procedures, and any other technical material that allow for consistent and reliable execution in multiple manufacturing facilities, and meet international legal requirements where possible
Maintains proper documentation on product formulations, testings, and evaluation of products
Execute sensory evaluation of new products
Support cross-functional team members in order to meet deadlines
Participate in all team activities, including tastings, flavor testing and sensory evaluations
Maintain proper lab conditions and equipment maintenance
Be capable of working in various work settings of the facility including laboratory, office and plant areas
Requirements
Bachelor of Science in Food Science or related field of study, along with 1-2 years of experience in manufacturer setting – including formulation, pilot batching and scale up
Kitchen experience is essential, though may be in various formats: cooking, baking, confectionary
Good bench skills (weighing, mixing, heating)
Familiarity with functional ingredients, such as starch, pectin, gums
Understanding of instrumental measurements including solids, pH, water activity, viscometry/rheology, density (pycnometer), colorimetry, temperature
Ability to work in a team environment as well as individually in an environment with changing priorities
Ability to manage time effectively
Proficient computer literacy with basic knowledge of MS Office
Good written and oral communication skills as well as attention to detail
Physical Demands
Be able to lift 50 pounds
Be able to withstand long periods of time on one’s feet
Benefits
I.Rice & Co. is a family-owned and -operated company with a diverse workforce. Management is devoted to seeing our employees grow as team members and in developing new skills and knowledge to further their own value within the industry.
In addition to health care, we offer the following benefits:
Various supplement insurance policies following 90 days
Life insurance following 90 days
401K retirement after completion of one-year of employment during open enrollment
I. Rice & Co. remains open as an essential business to serve our communities producing food in the food service and grocery industry. I. Rice provides a safe environment for employees, providing face masks, multiple handwashing stations, and food production sanitation procedures keeping our facilities clean and our employees safe.
Job Description
This position supports the R&D department through assisting in the execution and development of formulas through sample batch runs for new and existing products. In this role, documentation is a key function to ensure the appropriate next steps are executed on subsequent levels. Additionally, willingness to perform experimentation is of importance, not one who just follows procedures but also is one who is interested in distinguishing results from each other.
Essential Jobs and Duties:
Must be able to accurately weigh/measure and then mix dry or liquid ingredients using various types of equipment
Assist in preparation of formulas, specifications, processing procedures, and any other technical material that allow for consistent and reliable execution in multiple manufacturing facilities, and meet international legal requirements where possible
Maintains proper documentation on product formulations, testings, and evaluation of products
Execute sensory evaluation of new products
Support cross-functional team members in order to meet deadlines
Participate in all team activities, including tastings, flavor testing and sensory evaluations
Maintain proper lab conditions and equipment maintenance
Be capable of working in various work settings of the facility including laboratory, office and plant areas
Requirements
Bachelor of Science in Food Science or related field of study, along with 1-2 years of experience in manufacturer setting – including formulation, pilot batching and scale up
Kitchen experience is essential, though may be in various formats: cooking, baking, confectionary
Good bench skills (weighing, mixing, heating)
Familiarity with functional ingredients, such as starch, pectin, gums
Understanding of instrumental measurements including solids, pH, water activity, viscometry/rheology, density (pycnometer), colorimetry, temperature
Ability to work in a team environment as well as individually in an environment with changing priorities
Ability to manage time effectively
Proficient computer literacy with basic knowledge of MS Office
Good written and oral communication skills as well as attention to detail
Physical Demands
Be able to lift 50 pounds
Be able to withstand long periods of time on one’s feet
Benefits
I.Rice & Co. is a family-owned and -operated company with a diverse workforce. Management is devoted to seeing our employees grow as team members and in developing new skills and knowledge to further their own value within the industry.
In addition to health care, we offer the following benefits:
Various supplement insurance policies following 90 days
Life insurance following 90 days
401K retirement after completion of one-year of employment during open enrollment
Reference: 198851985
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