**Job Description** JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES · Schedule routine and new product, cost reduction, tech service pilot plant trials · Inventory and gather ingredients and supplies · Fully own batch routine/complex fluid, cultured, and frozen formulations · Fully own pilot plant and lab activities including assembly and operation · Record data and report observations · Assist project leaders with data interpretation · Collaborate on next steps with project leaders · Document standard operating procedures (SOP’s) and teach to others · Independently conduct routine production trials · Assist project leaders with complex production trials · Independently conduct routine lab tests · The requirements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by employee, but is not a complete list of responsibilities, duties, and skills required. Other duties may be assigned as required **Requirements** EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE · High school diploma or equivalent · 2 to 4 years of experience in a food or dairy industry (Vocational or collegiate training considered commensurate for experience) · Certification and/or License – may be required during course of employment KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES · Able to demonstrate in-depth knowledge of pilot plant, production, and lab procedures · Aptitude for equipment operation, maintenance, and sanitation · Working knowledge of mathematics for formula calculations · Able to generate ideas, test their effectiveness, and assist plan of action · Able to demonstrate professional oral and written communication · Must be able to read, write and speak English An Equal Opportunity Employer including Disabled/Veterans **Pay Range** 20.43-34.72