Analytical and Product Development Technician

Job Details

Job Location

Park Ridge - Park Ridge, NJ

Description

Do you love candy and snacks? Are you looking to join an ever evolving and rapidly growing team? PIM Brands might just be exactly what you’re looking for!

At PIM, we make the brands you love. Our portfolio of products, from Welch’s® Fruit Snacks to Sun-Maid® Chocolate Raisins and Sour Jacks® Sour Candies are enjoyed by millions of consumers every day. And when it comes to careers, we seek talented, results-oriented individuals who want to play a part in building amazing brands and products while working in a collaborative, dynamic, and fast-paced office environment. At PIM, you can make an immediate and lasting contribution to help grow iconic snack and confectionery brands, no matter your area of expertise.

We are looking for a Analytical and Product Development Technician interested in starting a SWEET career as part of our Project Management Office at PIM’s Headquarters in Park Ridge, New Jersey on a Hybrid schedule. The Senior Project Manager role owns the delivery of innovation and continuous improvement from ideation to delivery. This critical business role plans, communicates, coordinates, and executes the entire life cycle of cross functional business imperatives. You will be on the front lines of delivering the brands people love!

The ideal candidate will have experience within a fast paced consumer-packaged goods (CPG) company environment and is well versed at interacting with and influencing multifunctional teams of internal and external stakeholders. You will be leading multiple projects simultaneously so the ability to organize and prioritize activities and helping others organize and prioritize will be important in being successful. Experience working in a stage gate oriented and deadline driven environment is also critical.

Relevant to analytical:

The individual will be responsible for performing laboratory work in support of analytical testing of confectionary products, and relevant experience with the following analytical methodologies: chromatography, dissolution will be desirable. Job responsibilities include analytical method development and validation; including presentation of data; critical review of data; preparation of technical reports; and evaluation of new instrumentation or analytical techniques.

Product development:

Applies scientific and engineering principles in research, development, production technology, packaging, processing and utilization of foods. Studies methods to improve the quality of the manufactured products, such as flavor, color, texture, convenience, or physical, chemical and microbiological composition of the manufactured product. Supports the development of product formulations, evaluation of new products and ingredients. Assists in the definition of process parameters, procedural specifications, shelf-life evaluations, coordinates pilot and manufacturing trials, documents trial results and coordinates product start-ups.

Tests new products in the laboratory and develops specific processing methods and interacts with the process engineer, QA/QC, production management, packaging and marketing leaders to resolve problems.

The candidate must be able to interact effectively with peers and leaders as part of a multi-disciplinary team and work in a fast-paced environment. Attention to detail, strong organizational skills, the ability to multitask, and effective interpersonal and communication skills are required.

• Perform qualitative analysis for confectionary products for presence of fat soluble and water-soluble vitamins.

• Prepare samples for analysis.

• Prepares chemical solutions following standard operating procedures and appropriate testing methods.

• Data processing, documentation and reporting

• Record data and results as specified in documentation procedures. Document work clearly and perform tests accurately.

• Responsible for consumables ordering, sample storage and disposal, cleaning, and similar lab processes.

• Perform maintenance and calibrations of laboratory instruments/equipment with supervisory direction/training as needed.

• Perform troubleshooting and investigations under the direction of a supervisor.

• Comply with all regulatory/in-house requirements (may include but not limited to safety, housekeeping, laboratory chemical waste, cGMP, cGLP, documentation) when performing the assigned activity.

• Participate in proficiency testing program to ensure results reliability and new method development and validation projects.

• Carry out verification and calibration on all laboratory equipment being used as per predetermined frequencies.

• Perform the stability study for current bulk and finished products, analyze the data and create annual reports.

• Develop product formulations and work on prototypes.

• Product testing; physical, chemical, analytical, sensory and shelf-life testing.

• Strong focus on delivery and results.

• Preparation of SOP's for new products developed.

• Evaluate and approve ingredients.

• Test and define procedures and processing parameters.

• Coordinate pilot plant trials and manufacturing scale up process.

• Explore and test improvements in existing products.

• Document technical information and prepare reports for trials.

• Coordinate production start-up and assist in providing technical support.

• Follow PIM Brands GMP rules

• Act as a backup for Laboratory Technician.

• Ability to work additional hours as needed

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in chemistry, food science or other related degree concentration, or equivalent directly related experience.

• Experience with laboratory techniques such as HPLC/UPLC.

• Experience with Microsoft Word and Excel is required, and experience with Chromeleon/Empower /Chemstation and other laboratory software is preferred.

• Strong computer, scientific, and organizational skills

• Excellent communication (oral and written) and attention to detail

• Knowledge of Good Manufacture Practices, HACCP and SQF.

• High degree of accuracy in performing lab analysis

• Willing to be trained. Ability to read, speak, and write English is required

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team, self-motivation, adaptability, and a positive attitude.

• Ability to learn new techniques, perform multiple tasks simultaneously, keep accurate records, follow instructions, and comply with company policies.

Worksite:

• The PIM Brands Global Headquarters in Park Ridge, New Jersey

• HYBRID - The role requires working on-site: Monday thru Thursday. Work from home/remotely on Fridays

• Estimated <10% to manufacturing locations, trade shows, retailer/broker/customer business reviews, etc.

We are proud to offer:

• Total compensation package including bonus, 401(k) plan match and other incentives (*based on eligibility and position)

• Comprehensive benefits package - EFFECTIVE DAY 1, Including medical, dental, vision, disability, insurance plans and much more

• Diverse range of benefit choices tailored to support you in making optimal decisions for yourself, your loved ones, and your preferred way of life

• Personal time off, vacation time, floating days and observed holidays

• Summer Fridays between Memorial Day weekend and Labor Day weekend

• Business casual dress

• Entrepreneurial and innovative culture offering the opportunity for internal career advancement

Awards & Accolades:

• #10 Candy Company in North America

• #26 Global Candy Company

• Makers of Welch’s - #1 Fruit Snack in U.S.

• 2024 Advocate of the Year Award

• Recognized by NJBIA - State-of-the-Art Manufacturing Facility and in Research/Development 2024

• Recognized by New Jersey Business Magazine (https://www.linkedin.com/company/new-jersey-business-magazine/) 2024

• Top 100 Privately Owned Company in the Metro NYC Market

• Top 50 Employer in New Jersey

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