Lab Tech II (110309)

McCormick & Company Inc. a global leader in the spice flavor and seasonings industry is seeking a fulltime Lab Tech II. This new hire will work in Technical Innovation Center located in Hunt Valley MD. The new hire will report to Thomas Ensor.

McCormick & Company Incorporated is a global leader in flavor with approximately 14000 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 ecommerce retailfood manufacturers and foodservice businesses. Our most popular brands include McCormick Frenchs Franks RedHot Stubbs OLD BAY Lawrys Zatarains Ducros Vahin 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 Flavorwhere 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.

Quality Lab Tech II Hunt Valley MD

McCormick & Company Inc. a world leader in the spice flavor and seasonings industry is seeking a full timeQuality Lab Tech II.This new hire will work at theTechnical Innovation Center located inHunt Valley MD. TheQuality Lab Tech IIwill report to the Quality Chemist II.

Position Overview:

Under the direct supervision of senior personnel the Lab Technician will also be responsible for providing support for routine testing of flavors condiments seasonings and extracts. Other activities include daily and monthly instrument checks preparing standard solutions and participating in internal and external audit / check programs.

Responsibilities:

• Conduct analytical testing as per example:
  • Liquid flavors: flash point boiling point density specific gravity refractive index kinematic viscosity pH turbidity and Gas Chromatography
  • Seasoning and Condiments: viscosity density salt acidity color moisture fat.
  • Extract Testing UVVis
• Supports condiment and seasoning testing: salt and acid titrations Hunter Color moisture fat granulation brix viscosity and density.
• Interprets lab SOPs. Ability to record and maintain accurate data.
• Perform sanitation duties proper housekeeping and adhere to safety guidelines.
• Perform calibration troubleshooting and maintenance of laboratory equipment.
• Extracts Testing UVVIS Gas Chromatography and HPLC.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelors degree in chemistry and/or Food Science
• Associate degree in in chemistry and/or Food Science with a minimum of a minimum of 12 years lab experience including the ability to maintain and troubleshoot lab equipment.
• Knowledge of Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs) and Good Laboratory Practices (GLPs)
• Proven ability to identify analyze and solve problems.
• Proven ability to make sound decisions based on analysis and reason.
• Strong math skills including computations decimal/fraction conversions and measurements.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Strong interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work effectively with minimal supervision and contribute effectively as part of a team.
• Proven ability to manage multiple priorities and adapt to changing practices in work environment.
• Strong computer skills: Microsoft Applications DevEx SAP Chemstation
• Ability to work in an environment in which fumes odors and dust are constant is required.
• Must be able to lift 50 lbs.

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 religionnational origin disability protectedveteran 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.

The pay range for this position is $21.07$31.61.

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.