Sazerac Company · 2 weeks ago
Lab Technician - Product Development
Frankfort, KY
Full-time
Onsite
Entry Level
1+ years expSazerac Company is a family-owned business with a rich history in producing award-winning spirits. The Laboratory Technician will manage the daily operations of the laboratory, focusing on sample preparation, testing, data analysis, and maintaining compliance with regulatory requirements while supporting new product development and continuous improvement initiatives.
Food and BeverageWine And Spirits
Responsibilities
Ensure activities, processes, and products are compliant with government agencies' regulatory requirements including OSHA, TTB, and EPA
Work with internal and external customers to support New Product Development, Production, Sales and Marketing, and Technical Services activities. Help to identify issues with internal or external customer service and work to put corrective actions in place. Serve as a professional point of contact between vendors and Sazerac Center for Innovation & Technical Excellence
Participate in writing, organizing and updating lab procedures. Follow all work instructions and provide feedback on laboratory specifications. Assist with cleaning and organizing the lab. Provide input for lab design efficiency, ergonomics, and safety
Participate in and maintain data from auditing activities, including analysis of vendor-provided data (e.g. allergens, nutritional, etc.), material inventory, production samples. Participate in plant and vendor audits. Support activities related to laboratory accreditation
Participate in problem solving activities to standardize and improve processes across Sazerac. Implement effective lab procedures for improvement of products and processes. Implementing and maintaining systems and procedures to organizing standards and samples for Sazerac Center for Innovation & Technical Excellence. Support efforts to improve sensory capabilities of personnel at all Sazerac facilities
Implement PDS for self-development that will emphasize improvement in at least one competency per year and better performance against position description outcomes
Develop a Career Plan that will encourage achievement of career development and/or advancement
Support the Sazerac Center for Innovation & Technical Excellence and the broader operation in achieving operational excellence through problem solving, implementing sustainable processes, and identifying opportunities for operational improvements. Maintain the cleanliness, organization, and operational readiness of the Sazerac Center for Innovation & Technical Excellence laboratory
Develop and maintain solid professional working relationships both inside and outside the company. Set a positive example and act in a manner consistent with company values
Qualification
Required
At least 21 years of age
Bachelor's Degree
Excellent oral & written communication skills
Food Science or related degree
Good physical health, capable of working on feet
Proficient in Microsoft office products
Strong analytical and technical skills
Strong planning and organizational skills
Willingness to travel
Demonstrated sensory aptitude
Ability to communicate with all levels of an org
Ability to handle multiple tasks at one time
1 years Lab/QC or related experience
Preferred
Related Experience in Alcohol Beverage Industry
Company
Sazerac Company
The Sazerac Company is a privately held alcoholic beverages company.
5001-10000 employees
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Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Jake Wenz
President & CEO
Michael Metzger
Global CIO
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