McCormick & Company, Inc. is a global leader in flavor. With our diverse and balanced flavor portfolio, we are ideally positioned to meet the increasing demand for flavor around the world.
We are seeking an Entry Level Contract Food Lab Technician/ Technologist in the Product Development / Consumer Products Division.
Location: 204 Wight Ave., Hunt Valley, MD 21031
Start Date: ASAP
Hours: Full-time with flexibility
QUALIFICATIONS:
- B.S. or M.S in Food Science, Culinary Science, Nutrition Science or other related science.
- 0 to 2 years of experience required, product development experience preferred.
- Excellent oral and written communication skills required
- Experience working in a laboratory or kitchen environment required.
- Prior exposure to and/or familiarity with food science concepts required.
- Intermediate cooking skills preferred.
- Ability to work independently, quickly learn new tasks, solve problems, and show strong initiative.
- Shows a strong creative streak, ideates and prototypes new product concepts with a strong chance of success in the marketplace.
- Eagerness to learn and enthusiasm for product development.
- Demonstrated organization and planning skills, handling details.
- Ability to handle multiple tasks in a fast-paced, deadline driven environment is required.
DESCRIPTION OF POSITION:
- Assist with daily product development activities. Includes sample preparation, ingredient selection and management, testing, data gathering, and formulation.
- Work directly with internal product development team, providing hands-on assistance, formula creation and project guidance.
- Projects will include work on innovations for launch on McCormick’s eComm direct to consumer website and early stage prototyping for future launches.
If interested, please send your resume to Larry Tong at larry_tong@mccormick.com
