Applications Lab Technician - Hiring Urgently

Join MANE, a 5th generation French family-owned business renowned for its innovative contributions to the Flavor and Fragrance industry. As passionate enthusiasts of sensory experiences, we aim to enrich people's lives with our timeless creations. If you're driven by creativity and innovation, come be a part of our team where "We capture what moves."

We have a new and exciting opportunity at MANE! We are looking to hire a Beverage Applications Technician for our Lebanon, OH facility. The Applications Technician is responsible to provide project support to R&D, Technology, Sales, Category Management, etc. as needs arise. The Application Technician should provide value to projects and company efforts with supervision.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Prepare small-scale blends of specific written formulas as per supervisor and/or customer request.
• Calculate raw materials and operate a balance to weigh amounts of materials needed.
• Mix materials in proper sequence in a prescribed manner.
• Maintain stock of raw materials and supply items necessary for the department to function properly.
• Maintain records of formulas as requested.
• Prepare finished products (applications) for informal taste tests, presentations, and customer samples.
• Keep work area and equipment clean and in working condition.
• Work under general supervision.
• Coordinates and leads all aspects of the lab
• Operate and maintain lab equipment.
• Participates in the prototype development process from concept through product design.
• Provides suggestions for laboratory equipment.
• Provides support and manages project execution from benchtop through pilot scale-up process when necessary
• Full understanding of Mane project processes to move projects forward
• Handle special tasks and projects as requested in order to meet company objectives.
• Other duties as assigned by management.
• Consistent with MANE’s environmental commitments, employees will engage in awareness and practical training, relevant to job-related and job-specific roles and responsibilities, in order to adhere to applicable environmental policies, procedures, and best practices.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• Bachelor’s degree required with a preference in Food Science, Nutrition, Chemistry, or related technical discipline.
• Product and process development knowledge of flavor technology.
• Preferred a minimum of one year in a flavor/food industry preferred with experience in food preparation and/or flavor research and development.

MANE offers competitive benefits including a generous PTO plan, paid holidays, annual year-end shutdown, 401(k) contributions, tuition reimbursement, paid parental leave, and employee assistance programs. Join us and experience why our employees love working at MANE!

MANE is committed to creating an inclusive workplace and is an equal opportunity employer.