R&d food technologist | North Saint Paul, MN

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  • Location: Saint Paul, MN

this job Scroll down and find out what skills, experience and educational qualifications are needed. Executing and supporting benchtop and pilot plant experiments, routine testing, dairy product taste evaluations, pilot plant trials, and technical service support Weighing ingredients and using and modifying detailed formulations and procedures Sample preparation and submission for analytical testing Documenting and communicating data, results, and observations in ELN (electronic lab notebook) Updating and writing SOPs (standard operating procedures) Interpreting and updating specifications Managing ingredient and lab supply inventories Developing proficiency on-the-job in benchtop, pre-scale

and pilot plant relating to cheese powder Developing proficiency in detailed inventory efficiencies and customer sample shipment We are looking for a team player who can also work independently with minimal supervision.

Skills: Accurate but efficient attention to detail Good communication and organization skills Basic understanding in experimental and scientific approach with solid data analysis capability Basic computer skills and proficiency in Outlook, Excel, Word, etc. plus ability to learn new computer systems/applications quickly Knowledge of laboratory and safety procedures/PPE (personal protective equipment) Knowledge of safe food handling and GMPs (good manufacturing practices)

Desire to develop technical depth in ingredients, cheese & dairy Ability to lift, carry, and move 50 lb.

bags of powder Ability to stand for extended periods of time Ability to travel up to 20%Education: HS degree or equivalent with 3+ years of practical experience 2 or more years of relevant work experience in a lab setting About Land O'Lakes, Inc. Join us and be part of a Fortune 250, farmer- and member-owned cooperative that is reimagining the business of food. We have been named a Top Workplace by Indeed and Linked In, and to the TIME 100 Most Influential Companies list. We provide a broad portfolio of benefits to keep you and your family at your best.

Land O'Lakes is Where Your Future Takes Root. Land O'Lakes, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE) M/F/Vets/Disabled. The company maintains a drug-free workforce, including post-employment substance abuse testing pursuant to a Drug and Alcohol Policy. Neither Land O'Lakes, nor its search firms, will ever contact you and ask for confidential information over the phone or in email. If you receive a call or email like this, please do not provide the information being requested. PDN-9abb9f40-23fc-4054-9dd2-8a9911f66234For more details: jobs-search. org/manufacturing_saint-paul-c436391/rd-food-technologist-saint-paul_i1959024723

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