Food Analysis Technician (Physical Technician)

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 . 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.