LAB TECH III

McCormick & Company, Inc., a global leader in the spice, flavor, and seasonings industry, is seeking a full-time Lab Technician III. This new hire will work in 202-204 Wight Ave in Hunt Valley, MD. The lab technician will report to a Senior Principal Scientist

McCormick & Company, Incorporated is a global leader in flavor with approximately 14,000 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 e-commerce, retail,food manufacturers and foodservice businesses. Our most popular brands include McCormick, French's, Frank's RedHot, Stubb's, OLD BAY, Lawry's, Zatarain's, Ducros, Vahiné, 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 Flavor—where 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.

 RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Assist Product Developers & Technicians with lab tasks / duties
• Gather raw materials and compound formulas.  Apply the product to a finished application for tasting. 
  • Product categories include dry seasonings, wet condiments and other formulas.
• Manage lab inventory of raw materials, groceries, & supplies needed to support daily tasks.
• Precise lab record / data keeping.
• Maintain sanitation and lab organization
• Set up and execute lab level sensory evaluation of raw materials and finished products
• Effectively communicate with related departments on projects and products as required
• Creative ideation and product development of seasonings, seasoning mixes, sauces, and other products encompassing all of McCormick’s North American retail brands and categories.
• Set up and execute prototype “Share Outs” with internal business partners.
• Ability to work independently with little or no supervision and as a member of a team

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 REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• High school diploma or equivalency.
• A minimum of twelve (12) college credits/CEUs OR in lieu of college credits, 4-6 years of lab experience.
• Strong PC skills required. Experience operating in a Windows environment, managing files and handling data.
• Experience in a food manufacturing or food preparation environment, kitchen or lab and knowledge of food safety.  Beginner level cooking skills.
• 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 decisions.
• 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 project demands including weekends and overtime on very rare occasions.
• Ability to handle multiple tasks in a fast-paced, deadline driven environment.
• 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:

• B.S. in Food Science or similar degree.
• SAP and DevEx experience.
• Experience maintaining confidential information.
• Intermediate cooking skills
• Knowledge of and interest in consumer food trends.

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.