The employee will be assisting the Food Safety/ Process Controls Department in a variety of ongoing research projects, food safety studies and day to day activities pertaining to Elite Spices preventive control procedures and cultural development. Applicants should have an interest in biological and food science which includes evaluating agricultural supply chains, pathogen reduction technologies and risk assessments. The position is a combination of office and warehouse work environment with minimal off-site work assignments.

Key Responsibilities:

Research and development of programs, processes and techniques pertaining to manufacturing spices

Assist in compilation and refinement of data from a variety of sources

Assist in production of scientific research reports

Preparation of presentations to project teams, regulatory agencies, and technical group

Environmental and product compliance testing and reporting

Skills / Qualifications

Associates or Bachelors degree in a science-related undergraduate or similar field

Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills

Ability to support technical and non-technical staff in organizing information

Proficiency in Microsoft Office software (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access, Project)

Ability to complete assignments within the allocated timeframe

Ability to work independently or with staff in a team environment