Food Analysis Technician

Food Analysis Technician

Gainesville Science Center

Regular

MERIEUX NUTRISCIENCES

As a trusted partner, our Public Health mission is to make food systems safer, healthier and more sustainable. Throughout our global network in 27 countries, we offer to our customers a wide range of testing and innovative solutions dedicated to preventing health risks related to food, environment and consumer goods. External growth has been a key pillar of our history with more than 40 acquisitions completed in the last 10 years.

If you want to contribute to an inspiring long-term purpose, to be part of a fast growing company on a high-value market with significant build-up opportunities, and to grow in an entrepreneurial and warm environment, join us!

YOUR DAY TO DAY LIFE

We are looking for a Food Analysis Technician in 2183 SE Hawthorne Rd, Gainesville, FL 32641 USA. Your mission will be to:

This is an entry level position that requires a high level of attention to detail to accumulate large data sets with a high degree of accuracy. All training required for the position will be provided on the job. With our investment in training, this position would be best suited to someone that is wanting to establish a career in food quality and make a long term commitment to the department/company.

Grocery store, restaurant (in either front of house or back of house), and other food retail experience is a HUGE plus.

As a Technician in the lab, you'll get to go behind the scenes to see, firsthand, how much effort and attention is given to food quality by major food producers.

Job Duties:

• Analyze food samples for various physical and/or sensory attributes based on standardized procedures

• Use equipment such as a scale, caliper, viscometer, and colorimeter to evaluate the physical quality of a food product.

• Set up your workstation for testing; which includes delivery and pickup of individual samples, basic daily cleanup, overall general scientific knowledge and conforming to expected behavior when exposed to external panelists and/or customers.

• Track samples as they are moved through testing.

• Ensure communication with other groups regarding sample arrivals as well as sensory and physical test schedules and samples that are still needed to complete physical analysis or sensory sessions.

• Maintain accurate data records within Excel, Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS), and RedJade sensory software.

• Report all errors to Supervisor; assist in investigation for non-conformances.

• Perform other related duties as needed.

YOUR PROFILE

Education requirement:

High school Diploma or equivalent. This position requires a basic knowledge of computer operation skills to manipulate keyboard while entering sample information into the LIMS.

WHY JOIN US?

• Because you would contribute to an inspiring Public Health purpose, supported by long-term and visionary shareholders.

• Because you would have an impact on our strategic pillars that build on 50 years of experience and expertise.

• Because you would be part of a community of an enthusiastic and skilled group of people who love co-building together and serving a purpose bigger than them.

• Because you would be welcome as you are, in a diverse and open-minded environment that is rich in our singularities and differences.

• Because you would grow in an international group of more than 8200 fantastic team members, with plenty of opportunities to learn and share.

Ready for the journey?

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