LAB TECH III

McCormick & Company • HUNT VALLEY, MD

9h • $48,000 - $69,500 • Onsite

About The Position

Lab Technician III supports new product development, line extensions, cost reduction, and product improvement projects across McCormick’s portfolio. This role provides hands-on lab support, assists with manufacturing issue resolution, and prepares samples for product evaluations, demonstrations, and competitive assessments.

Requirements

• Minimum of 3 years of laboratory experience; relevant coursework may be considered.
• High school diploma and at least 24 college credits or CEUs in math and/or science.
• Advanced laboratory skills.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, communication, and decision-making skills.
• Ability to prioritize work, manage multiple assignments, and perform effectively with minimal supervision.
• Advanced PC proficiency.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s degree in Food Science, Chemistry, Biology, or a related scientific field.
• Experience working in a new product development lab environment.
• Experience using SAP and DevEx formula management system.

Responsibilities

• Assist with development of wet and dry formulas, ingredient statements, and in-process specifications.
• Support raw material sourcing, evaluation, documentation, and approval activities.
• Independently plan and execute assigned project work with limited supervision.
• Prepare and evaluate samples for internal testing, marketing demonstrations, competitive assessments, internal taste tests, and product evaluations.
• Collaborate with R&D, cross-functional teams, manufacturing sites, and external partners to complete assigned project deliverables.
• Independently visit production facilities (Hunt Valley) to supervise trial batches and MAC trials.
• Order, organize, and replenish laboratory raw materials and supplies.
• Participate in the selection of appropriate equipment, instrumentation, and laboratory supplies.
• Obtain, record, and maintain raw material, formula, and project data.
• Maintain general lab operations and follow applicable safety, quality, and food safety procedures.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation
• Career growth opportunities
• Flexibility and Support for Diverse Life Stages and Choices
• 401k
• health insurance
• paid time off
• Comprehensive health plans covering medical, vision, dental, life and disability benefits
• Family-friendly benefits such as paid parental leave, fertility benefits, Employee Assistance Program, and caregiver support
• Retirement and investment programs including 401(k) and profit-sharing plans

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED