Food Technologist - LanceSoft Inc
Glenview, IL 60025
About the Job
Title : Food Technologist
Location : Glenview, IL
Duration : 3 months contract
Pay Range : $30.00 - $32.00 USD hourly on W2
Must Haves:
1) Microbiology experience/background (Microbiology lab techniques knowledge)
2) Great work ethic and enthusiasm
Job Description:
Food Technologist/ Laboratory Technician to aid in ingredient applications and functionality evaluations
Responsibilities:
" Aid in the development of new ingredient technology for Food and Beverage products
" Conduct bench top and pilot plant trials to optimize formulation and processes
" Perform functional evaluations of new ingredients and record results
" Perform sensory testing of prototypes and coordinate expert panel sensory tests
" Perform shelf-life and stability evaluations
" Coordinate team evaluations on a regular basis
" Submit prototypes for analytical testing and compile results
" Communicate with suppliers for ingredient requests and information
" Write progress reports
" Maintain and organize laboratory and supplies
" Ensure laboratory safety
Requirements:
" B.S. in Food Science or similar field and ?2 min years experience
" Ability to provide sensory descriptions of foods and beverages
" Excellent verbal and written communication skills
" Good record-keeping and organization
" Ability to lift at least 40 pounds
Location : Glenview, IL
Duration : 3 months contract
Pay Range : $30.00 - $32.00 USD hourly on W2
Must Haves:
1) Microbiology experience/background (Microbiology lab techniques knowledge)
2) Great work ethic and enthusiasm
Job Description:
Food Technologist/ Laboratory Technician to aid in ingredient applications and functionality evaluations
Responsibilities:
" Aid in the development of new ingredient technology for Food and Beverage products
" Conduct bench top and pilot plant trials to optimize formulation and processes
" Perform functional evaluations of new ingredients and record results
" Perform sensory testing of prototypes and coordinate expert panel sensory tests
" Perform shelf-life and stability evaluations
" Coordinate team evaluations on a regular basis
" Submit prototypes for analytical testing and compile results
" Communicate with suppliers for ingredient requests and information
" Write progress reports
" Maintain and organize laboratory and supplies
" Ensure laboratory safety
Requirements:
" B.S. in Food Science or similar field and ?2 min years experience
" Ability to provide sensory descriptions of foods and beverages
" Excellent verbal and written communication skills
" Good record-keeping and organization
" Ability to lift at least 40 pounds
Source : LanceSoft Inc