Technical Officer- Nutritionals

We are seeking a Technical Officer with hands-on aptitude and a can-do attitude to work in our Research and Development team.This is a diverse role supporting our Nutritionals business in the planning and execution of pilot and laboratory scale trials. These trials encompass projects across new product development, existing product improvement, and product/application assessments.In this role you will:Co-operate and coordinate with Technologists, Production, Engineers, and Quality staff to provide appropriate support for R&D projects.Assist in the design and planning of experiments, then execute these plans in the Product Development Laboratory and pilot plant.Operate pilot scale dairy processing equipment, including heat treatment, filtration and separation, evaporation, and drying.Complete equipment CIPs (clean in place) and coordinate equipment repair for preventative and reactive maintenance.Communicate opportunities for equipment improvement and address H&S issues to ensure a safe environment.Train new staff on the operation of key equipment.Participate in regular housekeeping checks, ensuring general tidiness is up to speed in the lab/pilot plant area.The successful candidate will:Be comfortable with hands-on experimental work and have a mechanical aptitude for pilot scale equipment.Inspire trust that experimental plans are followed through with accuracy and attention to detail.Utilise good written and verbal communication skills to communicate plans and findings with the wider team.Previous experience in a food manufacturing or laboratory environment is preferred but not required.
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