Lab Tech III

McCormick & Company

8d•$23 - $34•Onsite

About The Position

McCormick & Company, Inc., a global leader in the spice, flavor, and seasonings industry, is seeking a full-time Lab Tech III. This new hire will work in the Technical Innovation Center, located in Hunt Valley, MD. The Lab Tech will report to a Sensory Lab Supervisor. McCormick & Company, Incorporated is a global leader in flavor with approximately 14,000 employees worldwide. With over $6 billion in annual sales across 160 countries and territories, we manufacture, market, and distribute spices, seasoning mixes, condiments, and other flavorful products to the entire food industry including e-commerce, retail,food manufacturers and foodservice businesses. Our most popular brands include McCormick, French's, Frank's RedHot, Stubb's, OLD BAY, Lawry's, Zatarain's, Ducros, Vahiné, Cholula, Schwartz, Kamis, DaQiao, Club House, Aeroplane, and Gourmet Garden. Every day, no matter where or what you eat or drink, you can enjoy food flavored by McCormick. Our Purpose is "To Stand Together for the Future of Flavor and our Vision is "A World United by Flavor—where healthy, sustainable and delicious go hand in hand." As a company recognized for its exceptional commitment to employees, McCormick offers a wide variety of benefits, programs, and services. Benefits include, but are not limited to, tuition assistance, medical, dental, vision, disability, group life insurance, 401(k), profit sharing, paid holidays, and vacations. Position Overview Under the general supervision of the Laboratory Supervisor and with other members of the staff, Lab Tech III leads the preparation of sensory tests for a variety of methodologies. Technicians are involved with test preparation by obtaining samples, assembling supplies, maintaining lab cleanliness, collaborating with scientists, leading the cook procedures and documenting testing procedures/outcomes. To meet testing needs, techs are coordinating implementation by aligning goals with Sensory Scientists, developing sample cooking procedures, delegating tasks to team of temp workers, documenting test implementation and adjusting SOPs as necessary to ensure accuracy and repeatability. Obtains supplies for testing through grocery ordering and coordination with other departments. Responsible for maintaining organization, cleanliness, and safety in the lab. Prepares for testing by practicing SOPs, hosting benchtop evaluations, portioning testing materials prior to the test, and delegating implementation roles among a team of temp workers. Documents test implementation for scientist presentation and future testing reference. Supports other areas of Sensory testing where necessary within the department, including setting up discrimination panels, involving sample prep and recruitment of panelists within the building. Techs also support descriptive panels running 4 days per week by obtaining samples, cooking products to serve to panelists, implementing tests per request instruction, documenting sample conditions and communicating with the panel lead. Techs work on a team to meet the broad range of testing needs within the department.

Requirements

High School diploma required
12 College credits in the sciences or 2 years lab experience
Proficient with MS Programs - Word, Excel, Outlook
Excellent analytical, mathematical, writing and attention to detail skills
Demonstrated ability to make decisions and work with minimal supervision
Basic laboratory skills, food preparation skills, and excellent housekeeping skills
Strong interpersonal skills and demonstrated flexibility with tight deadlines/shifting priorities
Maintain confidentiality of information
Strong planning and task organization skills
Demonstrated ability to handle multiple tasks
Comfortable and skilled in delegation
Ability to perform moderate physical work over prolonged periods while standing and able to lift 50 pounds
Excellent attendance

Responsibilities

Implementing Sensory panels by planning materials and procedures ahead of testing day, delegating tasks to support staff, participating in panel implementation, preparing food samples, documenting testing procedures and samples, and assisting with clean up.
Ordering supplies, maintaining general laboratory cleanliness and organization
Working independently and/or as a member of a team to successfully implement tests
Prioritizing tasks in a fast-paced environment to minimize downtime and to improve testing implementation
Communicating clearly and honestly to all members of the testing team