Research and Development Associate jobs in Canton, OH

Your Opportunity as the Technician-Coffee Research & Development

Location: Orrville, OH Corporate Offices

In this role you will:

• Performing regular and preventative lab maintenance for multiple Coffee R&D labs:
  • Lab Grinders & Brewers PM
  • Lab Roasters PM; replace parts, calibrate, clean-out
  • General lab equipment as needed
• Execute lab roasting requests from Product Development team (Pre-ships/Library Conditions)
• Execute brewing and qualified cupper requests for Process technology projects and CQV tests
• Brewing coffee samples and submitting for product analysis, stability studies and/or sensory studies
  • Collecting headspace analysis data as needed
  • Other data entry work and labeling requirements
• Order and maintain inventory of general lab supplies and equipment for the team; manage POs as necessary
• Process Research Lab canning support as needed for R&D test requests
• Follow proper procedures for good laboratory practices (ensuring security, safety, GMP and quality)
• Run benchtop lab runs and ensure proper testing methods are taking place in the lab and/or Process Research Lab (PRL)
• Perform standard operating procedures and test methods relevant to the job
• Be an area owner, HSE Key Element, or Quality representative

The Right Place for You

We are bold, kind, strive to do the right thing, we play to win, and we believe in a strong community that thrives together. Our culture is rooted in our , and we believe in supporting every employee by meeting their physical, emotional, and financial needs.

What we are looking for:

Minimum Requirements:

• High School Diploma with 5 years experience OR Associates of Arts with 4 years experience OR Associates of Science with 3 years experience
• Task oriented, detailed, and organized
• Good data keeping skills (data entry and reports)
• Basic computer skills (the use of spreadsheets)
• Able to work independently and on a team
• Previous experience working in a laboratory environment and familiarity of GLP/GMP conditions
• Work schedule will be Monday through Friday at 40 hours per week

Additional skills and experience that we think would make someone successful in this role:

• Possess a strong mechanical ability

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