Product Evaluation Technician II

Company: Leprino Foods
Location: Denver
Posted on: February 25, 2021

Job Description:

OverviewLeprino Foods' history dates to over 65 years ago, when the Leprino family first started making small batches of mozzarella for local markets and eateries in Denver. We've grown a bit since then. Today, we are the largest manufacturer of mozzarella and lactose in the world, and a leading producer of whey protein. Still owned by the Leprino family, we've set our sights to become the "World's Best Dairy Food and Ingredient Company." To help us achieve that ambitious vision, we're looking for our secret ingredient: motivated individuals who are the absolute best at what they do. From three people in a small cheese shop in the early 1950s, we have grown to over 4,300 employees throughout our 16 global locations. Will you join us on our journey? For our Denver corporate headquarters, we are seeking a Product Evaluation Technician II. The Product Evaluation Technician II is centered on ordering, organizing, preparing, and grading cheese samples for evaluation andor submission to customers as directed by the Test Kitchen Manager. Additional support functions include troubleshooting kitchen equipment performance issues, having a complete understanding of key customer product expectations, and creating structured reports with feedback as needed. This position is also responsible for cleaning and organizing assigned work areas and maintains an adequate inventory of supplies. We Ask Of You To:Receives and prepares samples for routine and project related evaluation and customer submission.Organizes, executes, and documents product evaluations.Executes daily and weekly cleaning responsibilities.Organizes, cleans, and maintains test kitchen, warehouse workspace, R&D coolers and freezers with a 5S mindset.Routinely accesses internal and external databases for basic product project needs; inventory, chemistry, microbiology, and product grading attributes.Provides support to plants during trials.Participates in customer dinners by setting up tables, preparing food, serving food, breaking down tables, and cleaning up.Participates in trade shows at customer locations to provide product knowledge and training.Builds knowledge and technical expertise in dairy based ingredients and applications; incorporates into a personal development plan. We Offer You in Return:The opportunity to join a company that will invest in you for the long-term. Leprino couldn't be where it is today without our incredible workforce. That's why we share in our success together by rewarding you for your hard work. Hiring people who are in it for the long run with Leprino is our ultimate goal. Through competitive salaries, paid parental leave (outside of CA and NY), healthcare benefits, tuition assistance, vacation, holiday, and sick time, matching 401(k), annual merit, incentives, and our annual Profit-Sharing plan – Leprino hires to retire.A chance to reside in sunny Denver, Colorado: 300 days of sunshine, the gateway to the Rocky Mountains and all its outdoor wonders! You Have (Mandatory Qualifications):Bachelor's degree in food science or related field; or equivalent experience At least one year of experience in the food industry (food science and food safety)Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite; SAP experience is preferred A career with Leprino Foods means you'll be part of a worldwide group of individuals dedicated to producing high-quality products that help feed and nourish families around the world. Your contributions will be noticed and rewarded as you work to further our company, our customers, and one another. Apply today to learn more about our Human Resources career path. Leprino Foods Company utilizes the services of Psychemedics to perform our Hair Follicle Drug Testing. Additional information about this process can be obtained at www.psychemedics.com Leprino Foods requires all individuals to wear the appropriate Personal Protection Equipment (PPE) as required by the role and location.

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