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Bay State Milling Company · 1 month ago

Research and Development Technician

Quincy, Massachusetts, United States

Full-time

Onsite

New Grad, Entry Level

$55K/yr - $70K/yr

Bay State Milling Company is a leading supplier of plant-based ingredients for the next generation of foods in North America. The R&D Technician supports technical activities related to the research and development of new plant-based ingredients and applications, ensuring alignment with the company's strategic initiatives.

BakeryFood Processing

H1B Sponsor Likely

Responsibilities

Conduct testing on grains, flours, food ingredients, and finished foods to aid research and development of new ingredients. This may include research on new grain cultivars, or research that may help us understand our ingredients better. Common analyses include testing % moisture, protein, ash, viscosity, dough rheology, water absorption, texture analysis, and starch pasting

Provide support on R&D projects which may include formula scaleup, ingredient sourcing, and maintaining ingredient databases

Be a trained member of our Sensory Team

Bake lab flour and ingredient inventory management

Data management and report-outs

Collaborate with other R&D members

Maintain a safe workspace and abide by the Innovation Center lab manual to help us all maintain a state of the art innovation center, team, and culture

Qualification

Food science degreeLaboratory experienceAnalytical instrumentsMicrosoft Office proficiencyData managementCommunication skillsAttention to detailTeam collaboration

Required

B.S degree in food science or related science from an accredited university

Experience in a lab setting running routine analyses for accuracy and precision

Ability to touch and taste grains, flours, and grain-based foods

Ability to accurately input data via computer screens and programs

Proficiency in Microsoft Office programs

Comfort with using mechanical equipment (mills, mixers, ovens, etc), handling chemicals, and using various analytical instruments (training will be provided)

Ability to understand and follow through with detailed spoken and/or written instructions

Ability to communicate information both verbally and in writing in a clear and concise manner

Must be able to run analytical equipment in a safe manner

Must be able to lift and carry 50 pounds occasionally

Should not be allergic to wheat, soy and/or associated dusts

Must speak fluent English as the primary language

Must have the ability to read, analyze, and interpret memos, general business communications, technical procedures, and governmental regulations and/or labels

Must have the ability to write in English and complete reports

Must possess the ability to work with mathematical concepts and apply concepts such as addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to analytical situations

Must possess the ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions

Must have the ability to interpret technical instruction in mathematical or diagram form and deal with multiple tests operating at any given time

Expected to work in a safe manner and to follow company policies regarding safety

Required to be trained on and adhere to the Good Manufacturing Policies set forth by the Company

Company

Bay State Milling Company

Since, 1899, Bay State Milling has proudly provided exceptional quality flour and plant-based ingredients to the grain-based foods industry.

Founded in 1899

Quincy, Massachusetts, USA

201-500 employees

https://www.baystatemilling.com/

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