Technician IV, Applications

IFF•New Century, KS

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Support research activities, conducting tasks that include providing technical assistance, testing, and data gathering and analysis. Main responsibilities include, but are not limited to: Assisting in carrying out application projects, Shipping and receiving of packages, Lab maintenance, Maintaining supply inventory, and data entry. Equipment setup and maintenance and batching and blending ingredient blends under general supervision. Employees in positions at this level are experienced in laboratory techniques and procedures. They conduct a wide range of specific tasks and experiments.

Requirements

A minimum of 2 years of laboratory experience.
High School Diploma/GED
Ability to follow written and verbal instructions
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Ability to work independently and in accordance with the company safety & sanitation standards
Able to maintain a good attendance record while also showing up ontime consistently
Basic computer skills
Experience in the food industry.
Excellent communication (verbal and written), organizational and computer skills are necessary.

Nice To Haves

Bakery experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Coordinate with Supervisor to provide daily support to scientists.
Set up, conduct, and correlate a variety of basic specific tests and experiments.
Assist customers by participating in in-house visits and by conducting lab/pilot plant experiments or trials.
Organize and prepare samples for tasting sessions.
Participate in sensory panels and other sample evaluations.
Manage and schedule shipping and receiving of packages.
Order laboratory supplies and maintain supply inventory.
Maintain and organize equipment warehouse.
Maintain appropriate documentation for experiments, GMPs, ISO, FSMA, Bioterrorism and others as required.
Maintain an understanding of IFF’s quality and environmental policies and procedures.
Implement and adhere to IFF safety initiatives.