Lab Technician at The Planet Group
Chicago, IL 60607
About the Job
Job Description
Notes:
- This R&D technician position requires a blend of laboratory, computer, and interpersonal skills. The candidate must be self-motivated, reliable, manage multiple projects, and have a keen eye for detail.
- Principal accountabilities include, but are not limited to:
- Support R&D scientists with technician level tasks
- Support Sensory panel execution
- Analyze/interpret data and generate electronic reports, with MS Office applications experience
- Accurately record and analyze data in computer platforms (strong computer and math skills needed)
- Support research experiments in the pilot plant/manufacturing
- Acquire and prepare necessary ingredients and packaging
- Gather samples (must drive golf cart to collect samples)
- Flawlessly execute laboratory work (weigh, batch, and process samples)
- Submit samples to supporting groups (microbiology, analytical, sensory)
- Manage inventory in climate controlled storage areas
- Support beverage analyses using analytical equipment
- Manage shelf life studies
- Drive to stores as needed to purchase product (will be expensed)
- Ship and receive product (typically heavy boxed coolers)
- Ensure lab areas comply with Good Manufacturing Practices and safety guidelines
- Manage receiving sample shipments (unpack, label, and maintain organized storage)