LAB TECH II

You may know McCormick as a leader in herbs, spices, seasonings, and condiments – and we’re only getting started. At McCormick, we’re always looking for new people to bring their unique flavor to our team.

McCormick employees – all 14,000 of us across the world – are what makes this company a great place to work.

We are looking to hire a Lab Technician II immediately at our Technical Innovation Center in Hunt Valley, Maryland.

What We Bring To The Table:

The best people deserve the best rewards. In addition to the benefits you’d expect from a global leader (401k, health insurance, paid time off, etc.) we also offer:

• Competitive compensation

• Career growth opportunities

• Flexibility and Support for Diverse Life Stages and Choices 

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Assist Product Developers & Technicians with lab tasks / duties
• Compounding seasoning formulas and applying to finished product as needed for tasting
• Responsible for the preparation / set-up of raw materials, finished products and retention samples
• Manage lab inventory of raw materials, snack base, & supplies needed to support daily tasks.
• Precise lab record / data keeping.
• Maintain sanitation and lab organization
• Sensory evaluation of raw materials and finished seasonings
• Ability to work independently with little or no supervision and as a member of a team
• Setting up samples for daily sensory panel analysis of finished products and retention samples
• Effectively communicate with related departments on projects and products as required

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• High school diploma or equivalency.
• A minimum of twelve (12) college credits/CEUs OR in lieu of college credits, 1-2 years of lab experience.
• Strong PC skills required. Experience operating in a Windows environment, managing files and handling data.
• Experience in a Food manufacturing environment or lab and knowledge of food safety.
• Professional written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills, including conflict resolution.
• Ability to be self-directed and motivated.
• Strong analytical and organizational skills.
• Ability to manage time and prioritize work effectively.
• Experience following principles and making informed decision.
• Strong troubleshooting skills and ability to identify analyze and solve problems.
• Ability to present information to peers in a logical manner.
• Must possess strong teamwork capabilities, flexibility to adjust to customer demands including weekends and overtime on short notice.
• Ability to work in a challenging and fast paced environment with changing practices.
• Ability to lift 10 pounds continuously, 20 pounds frequently and 50 pounds occasionally.
• Solid math skills including the ability to work accurately with formulas and decimals.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• SAP and Devex experience.
• Experience maintaining confidential information.
• 2 or 4 year college degree

As a general policy, McCormick does not offer employment visa sponsorships upon hire or in the future. 

Base Salary:  $21.60 - $32.40

Base salary compensation will be determined based on factors such as geographic location, skills, education, experience for this role, and/or internal equity of our current employees as part of any final offer. This position is also eligible to participate in McCormick’s Incentive Bonus (MIB) Plan.

In addition to a competitive compensation package, permanent employees of McCormick are eligible for our extensive Total Rewards programs that include: 

• Comprehensive health plans covering medical, vision, dental, life and disability benefits
• Family-friendly benefits such as paid parental leave, fertility benefits, Employee Assistance Program, and caregiver support
• Retirement and investment programs including 401(k) and profit-sharing plans

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.