What are the responsibilities and job description for the Techncial Services Food Technician position at Glanbia Foods?
Technical Services Food Technician
Glanbia
Join this dynamic team focused on delivering better nutrition for every step of life’s journey
The Opportunity
We are currently seeking a Technical Services Food Technician to support our cheese operations. This role is critical in driving product innovation, process optimization, and sanitation excellence across our plants. This permanent, full-time position will report to the Sr. Director – Technical Services. Essential functions include but are not limited to the following:
Provide hands-on technical support and troubleshooting for cheese production and performance issues across all production plants.- Lead operational commercialization of new and existing products.
- Collaborate with R&D, QA, Sales, and Plant Management to qualify and scale up new products.
- Design and conduct experiments with key vendors to evaluate ingredients and optimize recipes.
- Drive process improvements to enhance throughput, yield, and product quality.
- Prepare and distribute technical reports from qualification trials.
- Support CIP validations and resolve sanitation issues efficiently.
- Identify automation and instrumentation opportunities to improve operational efficiency and reduce costs.
- Optimize cleaning systems to minimize loss and improve quality.
- Lead cost-saving initiatives related to chemicals, water, energy, and labor.
- Partner with chemical suppliers, procurement, and plant teams to trial and implement cost-effective sanitation solutions.
- Stay current on manufacturing and sanitation technologies and recommend improvements.
- Support sanitation design and CIP elements in capital projects.
- Work with operations to optimize the use of ingredients and process aids.
The Skills you will bring to the team
- M.S. in Dairy/Food Science or B.S. with at least 2 years of hands-on experience in dairy production, technical services, or R&D.
- Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to follow detailed instructions.
- Creative, self-motivated, and innovative mindset.
- Team-oriented with a willingness to lead collaborative problem-solving efforts.
- Ability to communicate technical concepts clearly and challenge existing processes with practical, data-driven solutions.
- Strong project management skills with the ability to prioritize tasks and handle multiple projects simultaneously.
- Understanding of process improvement and quality improvement concepts.
If you think you have what it takes, but don't necessarily meet every single point on the job description, please apply!
Where and how you will work
This position is based out of Gooding, Idaho or Twin Falls, Idaho and is fully onsite. Further details about schedule will be shared by your recruiter.
What we would like to offer you!
The opportunity to develop your career on a global stage, continuous learning through an on-demand learning platform, and acompetitive compensation package including staff discounts, generous family leave policy, health & dental plan, competitive salary, 401K.
About Glanbia
The Glanbia Group comprises three divisions: Glanbia Performance Nutrition, Glanbia Nutritional's, and Joint Ventures. Collectively and with our partners we offer an incredible breadth of expertise in nutrition. We employ a team of 6,000 people, work with global food and beverage companies, and sell our award-winning and market-leading products in 130 countries worldwide.
At Glanbia, we celebrate diversity, because we know that our individual strengths make us stronger together. We welcome and encourage interest from a variety of candidates, we will give your application consideration, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender perception or identity, national origin, age, marital status, protected veteran status, or disability status.
At Glanbia, our culture celebrates individuality, knowing that together we are more.
