What are the responsibilities and job description for the LAB TECH II position at mccormickt3.valhalla.stage?
McCormick & Company, Inc., a global leader in the spice, flavor, and seasonings industry, is seeking a full-time Lab Tech II. This new hire will work in Technical Innovation Center (TIC), located in Hunt Valley, MD.
McCormick & Company, Incorporated is a global leader in flavor with approximately 14,000 employees worldwide. With over $6 billion in annual sales across 160 countries and territories, we manufacture, market, and distribute spices, seasoning mixes, condiments, and other flavorful products to the entire food industry including e-commerce, retail,food manufacturers and foodservice businesses. Our most popular brands 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. Our Purpose is "To Stand Together for the Future of Flavor and our Vision is "A World United by Flavor—where healthy, sustainable and delicious go hand in hand."
As a company recognized for its exceptional commitment to employees, McCormick offers a wide variety of benefits, programs, and services. Benefits include, but are not limited to, tuition assistance, medical, dental, vision, disability, group life insurance, 401(k), profit sharing, paid holidays, and vacations.
Position Overview
Under the general supervision of the Laboratory Supervisor and with other members of the staff, prepares samples, administers tests including setting up panels, recording detailed and accurate information about tests in a timely manner and follow SOP’s. Responsible for electronic file maintenance, document editing, and learning new software packages. Responsible for ordering supplies, laboratory cleanliness and organization. Responsible for recruiting panelists for sensory evaluations at various McCormick locations and conducting tests at McCormick locations (ex. TIC, HQ). Assist with panelists training programs and maintaining lists of panelists. Participate in continuing education programs.
Key Responsibilities
- Administers tests including setting up panels; preparing food samples; collaborating on electronic files and recording detailed and accurate information about tests; and final test breakdown cleaning.
- Ordering supplies, Maintaining general laboratory cleanliness and organization.
- Assist with panelists training programs and maintaining lists of panelists.
Required Qualifications
- High School diploma required
- 12 College credits in the sciences or 2 years lab experience
- Excellent analytical, mathematical, writing and attention to detail skills
- Demonstrated ability to make decisions and work with minimal supervision
- Proficient with MS Programs - Word, Excel, Outlook
- Strong interpersonal skills, ability to work under tight deadlines, changing priorities and maintain confidentiality of information
- Strong planning and task organization skills
- Basic laboratory skills, food preparation skills, and excellent housekeeping skills
- Demonstrated ability to handle multiple tasks
- Ability to perform moderate physical work over prolonged periods while standing and able to lift 50 pounds
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.
Base Salary: $19.58/hr - $29.38/hr
Base salary compensation will be determined based on factors such as geographic location, skills, education, experience for this role, and/or internal equity of our current employees as part of any final offer.
- Comprehensive health plans covering medical, vision, dental, life and disability benefits
- Family-friendly benefits such as paid parental leave, fertility benefits, Employee Assistance Program, and caregiver support
- Retirement and investment programs including 401(k) and profit-sharing plans
Salary : $6 - $29