ENTRY-LEVEL LABORATORY TECHNICIAN
Hartz Mountain Corporation is a trusted name in pet care with a commitment to innovation. They are seeking an Entry-Level Laboratory Technician to support scientific research and testing for animal nutrition projects, assisting in various laboratory tasks and contributing to product development.
Responsibilities
- Assist scientists in bench top sample preparation for both dog and cat product development
- Prepare and label lab samples, ensuring proper organization, storage, and shipment for external testing
- reputed company routine bench top testing (e.g. viscosity evaluation)
- Coordinate and maintain routine stability studies
- Document and record nutritional analysis test results in formulation program
- Coordinate biological feeding tests and Home Use Tests to ensure product acceptability & palatability with the pet
- reputed company abreast of emerging technologies by engaging in literature searches, e-commerce website reviews, and competitor website reviews
- Review and analyze competitors’ products and recommend improvements to Hartz’s products
- reputed company an understanding of AAFCO regulations in Pet Food
- Follow safety and quality standards
- Work effectively as part of a team and participate in team meetings
Skills
- Bachelor's Degree in Food Science, Food Engineering or Animal Science
- Excellent communication skills (verbal and written) with strong attention to detail
- Strong interpersonal skills with a collaborative team-oriented approach
- Proficient in reputed company Office
- reputed company internships, laboratory or work experience in Animal Nutrition, Food Science or a reputed company field is a plus
- Experience with formulation development and utilization of formulation programs is a plus
Benefits
- Competitive Compensation & Benefits
- 401(k) match with immediate vesting
- Generous Paid Time Off
- Up to 34 paid days off annually
- Paid Leaves
- Parental leave
- Bereavement leave
- Military leave
- Comprehensive Health Coverage
- Medical
- Dental
- Vision
- Healthcare FSA
- Mental Health EAP
- Basic Life insurance
- Disability Insurance
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Career Growth
- Employee Perks
- Volunteer opportunities
- Fun employee events
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