Job description

McCormick & Company, Inc., a global leader in the spice, flavor, and seasonings industry, is seeking a full-time Beverage Applications Technician II . This new hire will work at the Technical Innovation Center , located in Hunt Valley, MD . The Beverage Applications Technician II will report to an Associate Scientist.

McCormick & Company, Incorporated is a global leader in flavor. With over $6 billion in annual sales across 170 countries and territories, we manufacture, market and distribute spices, seasoning mixes, condiments and other flavorful products to the entire food industry including e-commerce channels, grocery, food manufacturers and foodservice businesses. Our most popular brands with trademark registrations 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.

Founded in 1889 and headquartered in Hunt Valley, Maryland USA, McCormick is guided by our principles and committed to our Purpose – To Stand Together for the Future of Flavor. McCormick envisions A World United by Flavor where healthy, sustainable and delicious go hand in hand. To learn more, visit www.mccormickcorporation.com or follow McCormick & Company on Twitter, Instagram and LinkedIn.

POSITION OVERVIEW
The Lab Tech II will support Flavor Creation through compounding flavor formulations and applying them to a variety of tasting bases that represent finished products in the food industry for organoleptic evaluation.

RESPONSIBILITIES
Compounding and preparing samples from formulations
Maintaining flavor retains including intermediates
Setting up flavors and raw materials for screening and evaluation
Stocking, ordering and maintaining lab supplies and raw materials
Recording pertinent data in Product Vision and Excel data files
Maintaining sanitation and organization of lab
Active participation on sensory and lab panels
Preps and organizes prototypes for Flavor University – Flavor 101
Train technicians on raw material handling, lab safety, lab equipment, and pilot plant equipment

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
A minimum of twelve (12) college credits/CEUs OR in lieu of college credits, 1-2 years of lab experience. Bachelor’s degree preferred.
Strong PC skills required. Experience operating in a Windows environment, managing files and handling data.
Experience in a Food manufacturing environment or lab and knowledge of food safety is a plus.
Professional written and verbal communication skills.
Strong interpersonal skills, including conflict resolution.
Ability to be self-directed and motivated.
Strong analytical and organizational skills.
Ability to manage time and prioritize work effectively.
Experience following principles and making informed decision.
Strong troubleshooting skills and ability to identify analyze and solve problems.
Ability to present information to peers in a logical manner.
Must possess strong teamwork capabilities, flexibility to adjust to customer demands including weekends and overtime on short notice.
Ability to work in a challenging and fast paced environment with changing practices.
Ability to lift 10 pounds continuously, 20 pounds frequently and 50 pounds occasionally.
Solid math skills including the ability to work accurately with formulas and decimals.
Understands and adds appropriate manufacturing instructions to formulations

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McCormick & Company is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.

As a general policy, McCormick does not offer employment visa sponsorships upon hire or in the future.

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