Barry Callebaut is the heart and engine of the cocoa and chocolate industry. Our broad range of products and services span all aspects from cocoa sourcing to fine chocolate products, which are loved by people of all ages worldwide. We are passionate about our business and work hard every day to ensure that there is enough chocolate in the world. Nothing is more important to our success than the combined expertise of our 8,500 Barry Callebaut employees around the world. Our international focus in the fascinating world of cocoa-growing and chocolate are the colorful backdrop for our many functions across a wide range of disciplines. In addition to sharing a passion for chocolate, Barry Callebaut employees live our other corporate values every day - customer focus, entrepreneurship, integrity and team spirit. We are committed to making sure that they have the right skills, know-how and deep understanding of our customers and their needs. Engaging and developing our employees is the key to our success. Because our business focus is so broad, the scope of career opportunities within Barry Callebaut can cover many functional areas.
Summary
Under the direction of the R&D Labs Coordinator, the Lab Technologist is responsible for the use of pilot plant and application laboratory equipment to develop new chocolate and compound products within country specific legal requirements, to customer specifications, and in a safe fashion. The incumbent evaluates the physical and chemical parameters of the products and uses analytical instruments as micrometers and viscometers.
The Lab Technologist is able to follow directions and keep accurate, thorough written records that can be used to reproduce experimental conditions. Works on customer projects under the supervision of the R&D Lab Coordinator and completes all data in the Project Database concerning lab samples produced and sent. Fully understands the manufacturing process and the impact that various formulations and physical parameters have on processing.
Accountabilities
Prepare chocolate/compound samples in the laboratory in a timely manner and to meet project specifications. Send these samples to customers with correct specification and accompanying shipment documentation. Compile and analyze the results obtained in the production of the samples produced on the pilot equipment. Assist project manager in the development of new formulations, management of existing recipes, and management of customer projects in reflection of the specific application. Use the data collection system to enter information related to the projects and samples produced.
Maintain full understanding of R&D processes, tools and databases. Manage the inventory of raw materials in the R&D Department. Participate actively in the different projects with the R&D Team. Maintain a clean and orderly work environment. Ensure proper care and maintenance of the pilot and application equipment. Formulate within legal requirements; ensure food safety of all formulations and samples. Work within all regulatory requirements and perform all other related duties as requested.
Qualifications
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| Education Backgrounds: |
Biomedical Science Chemical Engineering |
| Specialties: |
Food Engineering Microbiology Molecular Bioengineering Quality Engineering |
| Education Level: |
Undergraduate (Bachelors) Postgraduate (Masters) Doctorate (PH.D) |
| Experience: |
0 - 2 years 2 - 5 years 5 - 10 Years |
| Languages spoken: |
English |
| Job Location: | Lodz, Poland |
| Keywords: | R&D, food, Food Science, Chemistry, Microbiology, Quality Assurance |
Type: Job
Deadline: 21st September 2017
Job reference (ID): 11872
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