Pilot Plant Technician
Cargill is a family company committed to providing food and agricultural solutions to nourish the world in a safe, responsible, and sustainable way. We sit at the heart of the supply chain, partnering with producers and customers to source, make and deliver products that are vital for living. By providing customers with life’s essentials, we enable businesses to grow, communities to prosper, and consumers to live well.
This position is in our Food Enterprise where we are committed to serving food manufacturers, food service customers, and retailers with a complete range of innovative ingredients and branded products. Our portfolio includes poultry, beef, egg, alternative protein, salt, oils, starches, sweeteners, cocoa and chocolate.
Job Purpose and Impact
The Pilot Plant Technician, will perform research and development activities related to the chemical, biological andphysical nature of food. In this role, you will evaluate and improve the quality of existing products, relatedprocesses and to develop new products and processes following established protocols and work plans.
Key Accountabilities
- Conduct research as required to extend shelf life of new or existing products or test new materials.
- Assist with the development of product labeling or marketing documents and maintenance of a productspecification database.
- Assist with the operation, assembly and disassembly of plant equipment.
- Assess production processes and makes recommendations for improvements that are looking to reducewaste or cost or increase quality or profitability.
- Plan and conduct research activities that evaluate new or revised products, ingredients, or formulations fortaste, texture, shelf stability, or nutritional profile.
- Support new products and be responsible for the development process from initial conception tocommercialization.
- Handle basic issues and problems under direct supervision, while escalating more complex issues toappropriate staff.
- Other duties as assigned
Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in a related field or equivalent experience
- Availability to do overtime
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office
Preferred Qualifications
- One or more year of related work experience
- Beginning-to-working knowledge of scientific research
- Ability to perform minor maintenance on machinery
- Ability to operate a forklift
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Position Information
Relocation assistance will not be provided for this position.
Equal Opportunity Employer, including Disability/Vet
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