The J.M. Smucker Co. · 8 hours ago
Senior Lab Technician, Green Coffee Quality
Orrville, OH
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
2+ years expThe J.M. Smucker Co. is seeking a Senior Lab Technician, Green Coffee Quality to ensure the quality of their coffee through managing lab operations and evaluating green coffee samples. This role involves hands-on work with global coffee sources and a path to becoming a certified Coffee Flavorist.
ConfectioneryFood and BeverageManufacturing
Responsibilities
Daily prioritization of the samples and testing required to meet daily time pressures
Log and tracking of each individual sample
Complete data analysis and data entry while adhering to testing and methodology protocols to ensure that the data collected is reliable and accurate for all required QC tests
Leverage Oracle purchasing, and inventory systems to identify and prioritize daily work
Support the Cupping Room schedule to ensure adequate QC coverage to meet the business requirements
Prepare samples for various laboratory tests and entering results into business systems
Complete technical testing of incoming raw materials and evaluate the raw materials for adherence to purchasing specifications
Support Lab equipment maintenance and calibrations & other quality requirements with Corporate Quality lab
Support Data Co-ops with internal sites to ensure calibration between the sites
Participate in why-why analysis, troubleshooting, and Quality investigations related to samples
Accountable for key quality results and systems. Owns lab systems and Quality Key Elements
Qualify as a Green Coffee Flavorist responsible for the flavor analysis of green coffee components and blends
Prepare and complete evaluations of green coffee deliveries, green coffee inventory, flavor standards, and soluble powders
Complete 1-2 years of cupping calibration, including completion of 54 blind cupping comparisons and complete knowledge of over 100 source country coffee’s and the attributes of those coffees
Prepare samples for supplier visits from source countries around the world
Provide support for Coffee College
Develop & implement work process improvement projects
Work collaboratively with Green Coffee Sub-teams & External contacts (Planning, Materials, Projects, Silo, Key Vendors/Suppliers)
Qualification
Required
2+ years analytical, technical or quality assurance experience
Strong attention to detail and capacity to learn data entry for multiple systems & scenarios
Demonstrated capability in analyzing data/situations & problem solving
Strong organization and time management skills
Strong computer skills – Microsoft Office
Demonstrated results in driving continuous improvement
Demonstration of a 'flow to the work' mentality to meet the changing business needs
Ability to work independently to drive own results
Ability to travel approximately 2-4 times per year, typically training-related
Preferred
Bachelors Degree in related field
Lab experience
Coffee experience
Benefits
Our Total Rewards Benefits Program
Our Thriving Together Philosophy Supporting All Impacted by Our Business
Our Continued Progress on Inclusion, Diversity and Equity
Company
The J.M. Smucker Co.
At The J.M. Smucker Co., it is our privilege to make food people and pets love by offering a diverse family of brands available across North America.
5001-10000 employees
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