R&D TECHNICIAN

R&D Technician

Haddenham (Aylesbury, Buckinghamshire)
Maternity cover - fixed-term contract up to 12 months 

Monday-Friday 8:30am - 4:30pm 

MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES #LI-DNI

• Prepare and compound seasoning samples, including some cooking and handling of meat and poultry ingredients where required.
• Apply seasonings to relevant product bases and prepare samples for research, shelf-life testing, and other business needs.
• Prepare and dispatch samples to customers globally, ensuring country-specific customs requirements are met.
• Maintain laboratory stock of raw materials, experimental materials, and product bases, ensuring appropriate stock levels, FIFO rotation, and shelf-life compliance.
• Set up and support internal tasting panels for flavour evaluation of raw materials, finished products, and trial samples, including maintaining tasting records.
• Maintain R&D/PPI reference samples in line with the Gold Standard Programme.
• Use existing laboratory systems to maintain accurate data and traceability of raw materials and finished products.

CANDIDATE PROFILE

• Previous experience in the food industry or a laboratory environment would be an advantage.
• Interest in food science, product development, and a desire to learn and grow within R&D.
• A-level education or equivalent.
• Good computer skills, including Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Self-motivated, proactive, and able to work independently.
• Strong team player with the ability to collaborate effectively with colleagues at all levels.
• Detail-oriented, with a careful and accurate approach to tasks.
• Able to work to tight deadlines and adapt to changing priorities.

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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, colour, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.

As users of the disability confident scheme, we guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for the vacancy/ies.