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Kinder's Premium Quality Seasonings & Sauces · 1 day ago

Lab Operations Specialist

Walnut Creek, CA

Full-time

Hybrid

Entry Level

$100K/yr - $105K/yr

1+ years exp

Kinder's is a rapidly growing food company known for its flavor obsession and innovative approach. The Lab Operations Specialist will oversee laboratory operations, manage equipment, maintain inventory, and support the Product Development team to ensure smooth operations.

Food and BeverageFood ProcessingManufacturingRestaurants

Responsibilities

Manage purchasing, installation, validation, calibration, and maintenance of laboratory equipment

Maintain lab consumables inventory, order tracking, and vendor relationships

Administer service contracts, calibration records, and preventive maintenance schedules

Oversee lab organization, lab cleanliness, onboarding of new staff, and required training

Assist maintaining and organizing raw material inventory

Maintain shelf-life schedule evaluations

Coordinate with the team to prepare and distribute sales and finished product samples

Assist team with performing, reporting and analyzing analytical measurements

Develop and maintain lab Standard Operating Procedures

Research lab equipment for future applications

Collaborate with external partners regarding lab processing equipment

Develop operational strategies to support future growth

Support operations such as presentation setup, facility coordination, and events

Act as back up for other teammates and perform other departmental duties as assigned to support overall success

Qualification

Lab operationsFood industry experienceAnalytical measurementsMicrosoft OfficeOrganizational skillsTime-management skillsInterpersonal skillsCommunication skillsProblem-solving